Big Swings Only

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

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April 19, 2025You’re Not Lacking Talent — You’re Lacking Strategy: How to Speak, Sell, and Succeed
Most people don’t lack talent—they lack the confidence to use it.

In this enriching episode of "Negotiate Anything," host Kwame Christian welcomes Amandeep Thind, a seasoned public speaker and negotiation expert, to share his compelling journey from overcoming personal struggles to achieving professional success. Amandeep delves into the importance of confidence development, the necessity of applied knowledge, and the strategic negotiation techniques that have defined his career. The conversation covers his early years of financial hardship, the transformational power of internal negotiation, and the value of networking and mentorship in public speaking. Listeners will gain insight into Amandeep's proven strategies for maximizing career opportunities and negotiating effectively in both personal and professional arenas.

What will be covered:
The essential steps to build confidence and public speaking skills gradually.
The importance of experiential knowledge over theoretical knowledge.
Insights into strategic negotiation techniques and career advancement strategies.
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Instagram: Amandeep Thind Instagram - a Wife and two kids ( 1 baby) https://www.instagram.com/amandeep__thind/
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Website: Amandeep Thind Website
LinkedIn: Amandeep Thind LinkedIn

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The Ultimate Negotiation Guide
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37 min
April 18, 2025 Why Smart People Still Lose Deals — And How to Stop It
Most deals don’t fail on price — they fail on people.

In this episode, Kwame sits down with Michiel Koopman, former Dutch soldier and current Head of Trading at Google, to break down why deals collapse even when everything looks good on paper. You’ll learn how ego, weak relationships, and a lack of empathy quietly sabotage negotiations — and what to do instead.

Packed with real stories and powerful insights, this conversation will make you rethink how you approach every deal.

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The Ultimate Negotiation Guide
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43 min
April 17, 2025 How to Control Your Hormones Before You Ruin the Negotiation — with David JP Phillips
Your hormones might be sabotaging your negotiations.

In this episode, global speaking icon David JP Phillips reveals how to hack your internal chemistry—on demand—to show up with confidence, presence, and power when it matters most. Drawing from his best-selling book High on Life, David breaks down the six key neurochemicals that control your behavior (dopamine, oxytocin, serotonin, endorphin, testosterone, and cortisol), and shows you how to intentionally trigger the right “emotional cocktail” before a high-stakes conversation.
You’ll learn how to:

• Boost testosterone without acting aggressive

• Use oxytocin to build trust—without going soft

• Prime your brain for creativity, calm, and clarity

• Change your state and even influence theirs
If you've ever felt anxious, frozen, or off your game in tough conversations, this episode is your playbook for taking back control—physiologically and psychologically.

Stick around for the end—we even talk about how to prep the other person’s mindset without them noticing.

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www.davidjpphillips.com/
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The Ultimate Negotiation Guide
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43 min
April 16, 2025 What Losing Everything Taught Me About Negotiation - L. Scott Ferguson

In this raw and revealing episode, Scott shares how his early abandonment shaped the way he saw himself — and others — and how it nearly destroyed everything he built. From his time in the military to leading a multimillion-dollar company, Scott opens up about the real cost of ego-driven success.
🔥 You’ll learn:

— Why confidence without humility can backfire

— The moment Scott realized he needed to change — and how he did it

— How physical presence and emotional awareness impact negotiations

— What real redemption looks like when you’ve hurt others
This isn’t just a story of loss — it’s a masterclass in personal transformation, emotional intelligence, and how the most powerful negotiations are often the ones we have with ourselves.

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Time to Shine Today
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The Ultimate Negotiation Guide
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30 min
April 15, 2025You’re Not Missing Skills — You’re Missing Status. Here’s How to Get It, with Alison Fragale
You might be doing everything right — and still not getting the respect you deserve.
In this episode, Kwame sits down with psychologist, professor, and author Alison Fragale to expose one of the most overlooked forces in negotiation and career advancement: status. Not money. Not power. Not charisma. But how others perceive your value — and how you can influence that perception.

You’ll learn:
What “status” really is (and why it’s more powerful than any tactic)
Why competence isn’t enough if people don’t respect you
How to increase your status before the negotiation even starts
The two traits people use to judge you instantly — and how to show both
How to build a network that promotes you when you’re not in the room

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The Ultimate Negotiation Guide
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38 min
April 14, 2025Feel Guilty Saying No? The Science Behind Why — And How to Break Free - with Psychologist Guy Winch, TED Speaker & Author
Do you feel selfish, anxious, or even guilty just for saying “no”? You’re not alone — and it’s not your fault.

In this eye-opening conversation, Kwame sits down with psychologist, author, and TED speaker Guy Winch to unpack the deep psychological roots behind our fear of rejection, the guilt of boundary-setting, and the hidden emotional costs of people-pleasing.
You’ll learn:

Why rejection hurts like physical pain (yes, literally)

How to reframe fear and rewrite the labels you give yourself

The secret to setting boundaries without ruining relationships

Why most people fail at boundaries — and how to do it right

The one question that will completely change how you approach tough conversations

This episode is a must-listen for anyone who struggles with speaking up, saying no, or putting themselves first without shame.

Plus, Guy gives a sneak peek into his upcoming book Mind Over Grind — and why burnout at work is hitting harder than ever.
34 min
April 13, 2025 Not Loud Enough to Be a Leader? — Learn to Lead on Your Terms
If you've ever felt invisible, underestimated despite your results, or pressured to be someone you're not — this conversation will change the way you see yourself

In this episode, executive coach Patience Ogunbona explains why the modern workplace favors extroverts — and how introverts can stop playing a rigged game. We break down the six pillars of courageous leadership, the hidden strengths of quiet thinkers, and why you don’t have to be the loudest in the room to lead it.
If you've ever felt invisible in meetings, underestimated despite your results, or pressured to be someone you're not — this conversation will change the way you see yourself. And more importantly, the way you show up.

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The Ultimate Negotiation Guide
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27 min
April 12, 2025 The Soulful Way to Get What You Want — Without Manipulating Anyone
If you've ever felt uncomfortable “selling yourself” — this episode might just change everything.

In this episode, Jason Harris, co-founder of the award-winning ad agency Mechanism and author of The Soulful Art of Persuasion, shares how he built a powerhouse business without using manipulation or salesy tactics. Instead, he leaned into empathy, generosity, and storytelling — values most people don’t associate with persuasion. We talk about how to lead with integrity, what it really means to influence without forcing, and why your reputation is the most powerful negotiation tool you have.

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Buy the book: The Soulful Art of Persuasion
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Jason Harris
Mekanism

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The Ultimate Negotiation Guide
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35 min
April 11, 2025Struggling to Be Heard? Learn the Secret of Super Communicators — with Charles Duhigg
Ever walk away from a conversation feeling more disconnected than before?

You're not alone — and bestselling author Charles Duhigg is here to explain why. In this powerful episode, Charles (author of The Power of Habit and Supercommunicators) reveals the hidden science behind every conversation that fails — and exactly how to turn it around.
Learn how to recognize the 3 types of conversations, why most breakdowns happen even with good intentions, and what super communicators do differently to build trust, defuse tension, and connect deeply — fast.

Kwame and Charles break down:
Why practical advice often backfires in emotional conversations
The “matching principle” and how to use it
How to avoid one-upping and start listening for real
Why asking better questions is your #1 communication superpower

This isn’t just about talking — it’s about leading, connecting, and transforming every difficult conversation you face.

Whether you're leading a team, navigating conflict at home, or just want to be heard — this episode is your playbook.

Connect with Charles Duhigg
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https://www.charlesduhigg.com/
Buy the book: Supercommunicators

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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 10, 2025The One Thing Smart Leaders Miss About AI: Professor Hise Gibson
Hise Gibson pulls no punches about what’s really standing in the way of successful AI integration: leadership failure. Drawing on decades of experience in combat, crisis, and the boardroom, Professor Gibson explains:

Why most leaders are underprepared for the human side of AI adoption—and how to fix it

How trust, not technology, determines whether teams resist or accelerate change

The overlooked interpersonal deficit caused by the pandemic—and why your team’s soft skills may be your hardest problem

Whether you're leading a team, scaling a business, or just trying to navigate the future of work, this conversation will change the way you think about leadership forever.

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The Ultimate Negotiation Guide
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34 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.