Big Swings Only

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

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March 30, 2025The Psychology of Negotiation Under Pressure
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In this enlightening episode of "Negotiate Anything," host Kwame Christian is joined by Dr. Mat Park, an organizational development specialist and sports psychology expert, to discuss mastering your mindset and performing under pressure. Dr. Park shares his multifaceted approach to leadership coaching and mental training, drawing from his experience with elite golfers and executives. Together, they explore the importance of balancing craft, body, and mindset, and dive into the crucial aspect of addressing stress to enhance performance in both negotiations and everyday life. Listeners will gain insights into the science behind stressors, how to strengthen mental acuity, and the significance of emotional intelligence in achieving negotiation success.

What will be covered:
The three essential components of performance: mastering craft, body conditioning, and mindset.
The difference between stress and stressors, and how they impact performance.
The role of emotional intelligence in negotiations and leadership.

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The Insight Company
Dr. Mat's story at NASA
Mental Performance Golf Academy

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The Ultimate Negotiation Guide
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29 min
March 29, 2025Why Saying No Can Make People Trust You More
In this episode of Negotiate Anything, host Kwame Christian delves into the often-overlooked yet crucial role of saying "no" in negotiation. While many focus on getting to "yes," Kwame explains why mastering the art of saying "no" can actually enhance your negotiation results and relationships. Through insightful strategies like the "no sandwich" technique, listeners will learn to deliver their "no" in a way that is both respectful and effective. With practical examples and actionable advice, this episode equips you with the tools to handle difficult conversations with poise and clarity.

What will be covered:
The psychological barriers that make saying "no" challenging.
Common ineffective strategies when people try to avoid saying "no."
Techniques for saying "no" without damaging relationships, such as the "no sandwich."

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The Ultimate Negotiation Guide
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33 min
March 28, 2025The #1 Career Trap Women Fall Into — And How to Avoid It - with Kweilin Ellingrud
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In this enlightening episode of "Negotiate Anything," host Kwame Christian is joined by Kweilin Ellingrud and Simon Perez to discuss strategies for career advancement, overcoming workplace biases, and the importance of financial and physical health. Kweilin, a senior partner at McKinsey & Co, shares insights from her book "The Broken Rung," focusing on how women can proactively navigate their careers and increase their lifetime earnings. The conversation delves into topics such as the concept of experience capital, the significance of making bold career moves, and the evolving role of negotiation and soft skills in today's workforce. This episode provides listeners with a holistic approach to success, combining career strategy with a focus on health and well-being.
Topics Covered:
The concept of experience capital and its impact on career growth and earnings.

Strategies for overcoming workplace biases and advocating for oneself.

The importance of choosing the right company and the role of negotiation and soft skills.
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The Ultimate Negotiation Guide
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44 min
March 27, 2025Saying the Right Thing Doesn’t Matter If You Deliver It Wrong – with Communication Expert Michael Hoeppner
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In this episode of Negotiate Anything, host Kwame Christian welcomes expert communicators Michael Hoeppner and Simon Perez to discuss the intricacies of effective communication, especially under pressure. Michael shares his unique insights into enhancing delivery rather than just focusing on content, emphasizing the importance of being present and other-focused in high-stakes situations. They delve into practical exercises that can transform your approach to negotiation, with a focus on embodied cognition and physical presence. This enlightening conversation offers valuable strategies for unlocking authentic communication skills that resonate in any negotiation setting.

What will be covered:
The significance of focusing on delivery over content in high-stakes communication.
Practical exercises to improve physical presence and reduce self-consciousness.
Insights from Michael Hoeppner on helping public figures like Andrew Yang communicate effectively.

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The Ultimate Negotiation Guide
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48 min
March 26, 2025How to Talk About Money Without Ruining the Relationship (or Yourself) - with Elizabeth Husserl
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In this enlightening episode of "Negotiate Anything," host Kwame Christian is joined by Elizabeth Husserl, a financial advisor and money therapist, to explore the intriguing relationship between money, psychology, and negotiation. Elizabeth shares her journey of blending economics and psychology for effective financial planning, emphasizing the importance of understanding our emotional relationship with money. Through personal stories and expert insights, listeners will uncover how to navigate financial conversations with loved ones and feel empowered in monetary negotiations. The episode sheds light on redefining wealth beyond monetary gains, providing practical tools for self-assessment and improvement.
What the episode will cover:
The intersection of economics and psychology in financial planning and decision-making.
Personal stories around contrasting money personalities in relationships.
Practical tools and exercises for improving your financial conversations and negotiations.

Connect with Elizabeth Husserl
Buy the Book The Power of Enough: Finding Joy in Your Relationship with Money
https://elizabethhusserl.com/

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The Ultimate Negotiation Guide
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41 min
March 25, 2025 What Your Team Isn’t Telling You—And Why It’s Holding Everyone Back
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Most employees want to do a good job but they don't always know how to tell you what they need. In this episode, Melina Palmer Applied Behaviour Economist, author, and host of the podcast The Brainy Business explains the things your employees need from you that they can't always tell you. She also provides tips on how to break down barriers to change and create micro-habits that will help your team succeed.

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The Ultimate Negotiation Guide
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30 min
March 24, 2025How to Set Boundaries and Still Be You
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In this insightful episode of "Negotiate Anything," host Kwame Christian and guest Melissa Hereford delve into the art of setting effective boundaries in negotiation. Melissa, with over 23 years of experience in teaching negotiation skills, shares her unique perspective on how these skills are applicable beyond the corporate world, affecting personal and professional relationships. Through engaging discussions and role-playing scenarios, they explore the importance of preparation, clarity, and flexibility in negotiations. Whether you're negotiating a salary or everyday agreements, this episode equips you with actionable strategies to enhance your conversational effectiveness.

What Will Be Covered:
The significance of setting boundaries in negotiation using metaphorical concepts like fences and roots.
Practical tips for being clear and concise in your communication to maintain credibility and confidence.
How preparation and strategic planning can greatly improve your negotiation outcomes.

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The Ultimate Negotiation Guide
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42 min
March 23, 2025 Unlearn Silence: How to Speak Up Without Regret - Elaine Lin Hering
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This episode is essential for anyone looking to break free from the constraints of silence to lead a more fulfilled, authentic, and vocal life. Whether you’re striving to assert your ideas more confidently, aiming to create a more inclusive and expressive workplace, or simply seeking to live more fully, “Unlearning Silence” offers the opportunity and the tools needed for change.

Join Kwame Christian, CEO of the American Negotiation Institute, for an exclusive LinkedIn Live event as he sits down with Elaine Lin Hering, author of the transformative book, “Unlearning Silence: How to Speak Your Mind, Unleash Talent, and Live More Fully.” This paradigm-shifting discussion will delve into the pervasive influence of silence in our personal and professional lives and explore practical strategies for dismantling these barriers to truly find and use our voices.

You'll learn:
Insightful Analysis: Understand the deep-seated reasons behind why we choose silence over speaking out and how this affects our careers and personal lives.
Practical Tools: Learn concrete strategies from Elaine Lin Hering on how to break the cycle of silence, making more intentional choices about your presence at home and at work.
Real-life Applications: Gain insights through real-life examples discussed by Hering, illustrating the impact of unlearning silence.
Guided Road Map: Receive a clear, actionable road map for navigating the challenges of speaking your truth and unleashing your full potential.
Empowerment: Discover how unlearning silence can not only transform your own life but also create a ripple effect that empowers those around you.

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Buy the book: Unlearning Silence HOW TO SPEAK YOUR MIND, UNLEASH TALENT, AND LIVE MORE FULLY By Elaine Lin Hering
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The Ultimate Negotiation Guide
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47 min
March 22, 2025Difficult Colleagues? How to Manage Workplace Drama Without Sacrificing Your Peace
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In this eye-opening episode of Negotiate Anything, host Kwame Christian sits down with Catherine Mattice, founder of Civility Partners, to tackle one of the biggest workplace challenges—dealing with difficult colleagues and navigating workplace conflict.
Feeling drained by office politics? Struggling to stand up to overbearing coworkers? Unsure how to address workplace tension without making things worse? This episode is for you.
Catherine, an expert in workplace dynamics and conflict resolution, shares practical strategies to:

Address disrespectful behavior before it escalates

Set firm boundaries without damaging relationships

Coach difficult colleagues to shift their behavior

Navigate power struggles and regain confidence
Workplace challenges don’t have to hold you back. Whether you're dealing with passive-aggressive behavior, office drama, or direct intimidation, this episode equips you with the tools to stay in control and negotiate your way to a better work environment.
Listen now and start taking back your power.

Connect with Catherine

Buy Now The Book: Back Off! by Catherine Mattice

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38 min
March 21, 2025The Psychological Tactics Bullies Use — And How to Outsmart Them
Buy the Book: For the Forces of Good: The Superpower of Everyday Negotiation

In this episode of "Negotiate Anything," host Kwame Christian sits down with Lucia Kanter St. Amour to discuss the complex dynamics of negotiating with bullies. Lucia, an expert in negotiation and mediation, shares her personal experiences and insights on handling bullying, drawing from her new book "For the Forces of Good: The Superpower of Everyday Negotiation." Through engaging storytelling and practical advice, the episode explores Lucia's approach to negotiation, emphasizing the importance of building coalitions, understanding emotional dynamics, and strategizing effectively against high-conflict personalities. Using real-life examples, they delve into the societal roots of bullying, offering listeners valuable tools to manage these difficult conversations.
What will be covered:
Lucia's personal experiences with bullies and how they shaped her negotiation strategies.
The societal roots of bullying and its prevalence in adult interactions.
Practical negotiation techniques when facing bullies, including building rapport and understanding emotional dynamics.
What listeners will learn:
How to identify and respond to bullies using effective negotiation techniques.
The importance of coalition-building and having allies when negotiating with difficult personalities.
Strategies to maintain composure and protect oneself in high-pressure negotiation scenarios.
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Connect with Lucia
Lucia's Podcast: Forces of Good: The Superpower of Everyday Negotiation
Book Synopsis: FOR THE FORCES OF GOOD
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The Ultimate Negotiation Guide
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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.