Big Swings Only

By Kwame Christian Esq., M.A.Business Education Self-Improvement

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April 29, 2025 Caught Off Guard? The Secret to Bouncing Back in Tough Negotiations
When a negotiation catches you off guard, the real battle isn't with the other person — it's with your own mind.
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In this eye-opening conversation, cognitive scientist Dr. Therese Huston joins Kwame Christian to reveal how to recover quickly, stay calm, and turn unexpected pressure into strategic advantage.
Drawing on neuroscience and real-world stories, they break down why your brain freezes under stress — and how simple techniques can help you think sharper, react smarter, and protect the deal when it matters most.
If you want to master emotional resilience and negotiate like a true pro, this episode is for you.

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1 hr 11 min
April 28, 2025 How to Work (and Negotiate) With People You Don’t Like — From the Man Who United South Africa’s Enemies
Most people think collaboration requires trust. Adam Kahane’s life work proves otherwise.
In this episode, Kwame Christian sits down with Adam Kahane, Director at Reos Partners, a pioneer in facilitating collaboration between fierce adversaries—from politicians and generals to guerrillas and activists. Adam shares the powerful story of how he helped leaders on both sides of apartheid South Africa work together toward democracy, and explains why understanding, not agreement, is the key to breakthroughs. Learn how to work with people you don’t like, remove obstacles to real progress, and find common ground even in the most divided environments.

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42 min
April 27, 2025How to Negotiate Like Your Career Depends On It — Insights from a Top Sports Agent
If you walk into a negotiation without leverage, you’re already losing — and NFL agent Henry Organ is here to make sure you never do.
In this powerhouse episode of Negotiate Anything, host Kwame Christian sits down with Henry Organ, founder of Disruptive Sports Agency and author of The Informational Interview Playbook. Henry pulls back the curtain on how real power is built — from branding yourself strategically to controlling the leverage in every deal. Whether you're closing million-dollar contracts or fighting for your next opportunity, this episode will change how you think, act, and negotiate forever.

What will be covered:
Henry Organ’s journey and the founding of Disruptive Sports Agency.

The significance of personal branding in building leverage.

Strategies for managing expectations and knowing when to walk away from a deal.

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26 min
April 26, 2025 If You Sell Like Everyone Else, You Lose — Lisa McLeod Shows the New Way
If you're selling for the money, your buyers can feel it — and you're leaving the best deals on the table.
In this game-changing episode, bestselling author Lisa McLeod reveals why the sales strategies you were taught are keeping you broke, stressed, and replaceable. Forget "closing the deal" — Lisa shows you how the world’s top salespeople drive higher revenue, bigger margins, and deeper loyalty by selling with noble purpose. You’ll learn how to de-commoditize your business, take control of the negotiation, and rewire your mindset to win deals that feel good — and actually stick. Whether you're in sales, leadership, or negotiation, this conversation will flip your strategy and your confidence on its head.

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39 min
April 25, 2025 Why BATNA Might Be Your Biggest Negotiation Mistake - with Derrick (The Van Gogh of Negotiation) Chevalier (Part II)
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What if the rule we’ve all been taught — “never negotiate without a BATNA” — is the very thing limiting your success?
In this mind-expanding conversation, Kwame Christian sits down with Derrick Chevalier, negotiation strategist and author of Evolve or Be Slaughtered, to expose the hidden danger of over-relying on your BATNA. Together, they explore why the best deals are rarely the ones you plan for, how to embrace creative discovery at the table, and what great negotiators actually do when things don’t go according to script.
Whether you're a seasoned dealmaker or just learning the ropes, this episode will challenge everything you thought you knew about leverage, planning, and negotiation itself.

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The Ultimate Negotiation Guide
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32 min
April 24, 2025Faking Confidence Is a Trap — Here’s What to Do Instead - with Derrick (The Van Gogh of Negotiation) Chevalier (Part I)
One mistake. One moment of faking expertise. And it cost him a deal with Stevie Wonder.

Order NOW The Book: EVOLVE or Be Slaughtered: Negotiation For The 21st Century (Beyond Negotiating) by Derrick (The Van Gogh of Negotiation) Chevalier

In this unforgettable episode, Kwame Christian sits down with Derrick Chevalier — bestselling author of Evolve or Be Slaughtered and executive VP at Harrison Chevalier — to unpack the painful but powerful story that changed his life. From a failed negotiation with Stevie Wonder to creating a framework that helps leaders master their craft, Derrick shares how true confidence is built through competence — not performance.

What you'll learn:
Why pretending to know something can ruin your credibility — permanently.
The ICSEAR framework: a step-by-step model for mastering any skill, including negotiation.
How to move beyond balance and embrace harmony in high-pressure conversations.
Why great negotiators must learn to flow like jazz — and how to get there

Connect with Derrick
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If you’ve ever walked out of a meeting thinking, “I should’ve done better,” this episode will show you how to make sure that never happens again.

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The Ultimate Negotiation Guide
Click here to buy your copy of How To Have Difficult Conversations About Race!
Click here to buy your copy of Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life!
27 min
April 23, 2025 He Was a Nervous Student — Then Negotiation Changed Everything
A Real Story of Confidence, Clarity, and Breakthroughs

In this episode, Kwame talks with Kevin Tuinte, a mechanical engineering student from the Netherlands who discovered the power of negotiation… and never looked back. Through his work with the Negotiation Project Twente, Kevin went from anxious in tough conversations to leading high-level negotiations — even winning global tournaments against top law and business schools.
You’ll learn how Kevin trains soft skills in a technical world, why breaks are an underrated tool in high-stakes moments, and how practicing negotiation weekly changed his mindset — and his future.

What you’ll learn:

– The moment Kevin realized he could stay calm under pressure
– Why breaks are a secret weapon in negotiation
– How to train confidence, not just tactics

– Why negotiation is a bundle of soft skills (and not just for business people)
Whether you're a student, professional, or lifelong learner — this is the reminder that negotiation is a skill you can master. And the best time to start is now.

Contact ANI
Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company
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The Ultimate Negotiation Guide
Click here to buy your copy of How To Have Difficult Conversations About Race!
Click here to buy your copy of Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life!
51 min
April 22, 2025 The Body Language Trick That Instantly Exposes Weakness —(FBI Expert Explains)
What if your body is sabotaging your negotiation — and you don’t even know it?

In this episode, legendary FBI agent and behavioral expert Joe Navarro reveals the subtle cues that expose confidence, weakness, and intent — long before words are spoken. With 25 years in the FBI, Joe shares stories from counterintelligence missions, elite spy-catching operations, and high-stakes negotiations where every movement mattered.
You’ll learn:

– The nonverbal mistake that ruins deals before they start

– How to command authority without saying a word

– Why “benign curiosity” is the ultimate secret weapon in difficult conversations

– The psychological patterns all powerful communicators share
Whether you’re negotiating with a client, a boss, or a narcissist — this episode will change how you see people… and how they see you.

Connect with Joe
Be Exceptional Book
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The Ultimate Negotiation Guide
Click here to buy your copy of How To Have Difficult Conversations About Race!
Click here to buy your copy of Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life!
57 min
April 21, 2025 Stop Aiming for Peace. Aim for Good Conflict Instead
Most conflict conversations fail before they even begin.

Steve Beck shares his Good Conflict framework — a practical, human-centered approach that helps you prepare, structure, and recover from difficult conversations. Learn how to deal with competing desires, uncover hidden narratives, and build trust that lasts. Whether at home or at work, this episode will change how you approach conflict forever.

Steve Beck is a seasoned expert in organizational leadership and conflict resolution. With over two decades of experience, Steve has honed his skills in resolving conflicts and building strong relationships across diverse settings. His unique approach, named "good conflict," emphasizes curiosity, humility, and prioritizing interests for successful negotiations.
Explore more about Steve Beck's work and insights by visiting his website: https://cstevebeck.com/.

Contact ANI
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The Ultimate Negotiation Guide
Click here to buy your copy of How To Have Difficult Conversations About Race!
Click here to buy your copy of Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life!
45 min
April 20, 2025The Real Reason You Freeze — And How to Break Through
You’re not weak — your nervous system is just overwhelmed.

In this deeply practical episode, Kwame Christian sits down with coach and educator Jay Fields to unpack why so many of us lose ourselves in high-stakes conversations. Whether it’s people-pleasing, freezing, or shrinking to avoid conflict, Jay explains how your body’s responses hijack your ability to stay present — and what you can do about it.

You’ll learn:
The difference between conceptual and embodied self-awareness
How to stay connected to your truth in other people’s "force fields"
Practical tools to regulate your emotions and recover your voice in real time

Jay-Fields.com
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Contact ANI
Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company
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The Ultimate Negotiation Guide
Click here to buy your copy of How To Have Difficult Conversations About Race!
Click here to buy your copy of Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life!
31 min

About Big Swings Only

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Playing it safe is easy. It’s comfortable. And it will never take you to the next level.If you’ve got what it takes to hit the ball out of the park, the only thing holding you back is whether you’re brave enough to take a big swing.Big Swings Only is for people who were meant for more — the ones done playing by rules that were never built for them.Hosted by Kwame Christian, each week brings you the real stories of people who fought their fear, went after the life they actually wanted, and became who they had to become to get it.The psychology behind the swing. The strategy behind the risk. The nerve it takes to go all in.You were built for more, and this show was built for you. Subscribe now.