Big Swings Only

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

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January 10, 2025Building Common Ground: Key Steps Before Starting a Negotiation with Brandon Mitchell
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In this compelling episode of "Negotiate Anything," host Kwame Christian sits down with Brandon Mitchell, an accomplished transactional lawyer, to discuss the foundational element of setting a common understanding before negotiations begin. Brandon shares insights from his extensive experience in both the business world and his personal life, illustrating the importance of aligning on facts and perceptions before diving into any negotiation. Throughout the conversation, listeners will explore the critical role of patience, curiosity, and the power of perspective-taking in successful negotiations. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to enhance their negotiation skills and navigate difficult conversations with ease.
Topics Covered:
The significance of setting a common understanding before negotiations.
The impact of perceptions and feelings on negotiation outcomes.
Real-world examples of negotiating in both business and personal contexts.

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The Ultimate Negotiation Guide
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26 min
January 09, 2025Billie Gilliam: Leaders Need to Ensure Psychological Safety
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In this insightful episode of "Negotiate Anything," host Kwame Christian, Esq., M.A., is joined by clinician and therapist Billie Gilliam LPCC-S LICDC-CS to explore the intersection of emotions and effective communication in leadership. They delve into the challenges leaders face in creating psychological safety during difficult conversations, the significance of separating intention from impact, and techniques for managing stress-related physical symptoms. Billie Gilliam brings her extensive experience and trauma-informed approach to offer practical strategies for fostering a healthy company culture and leveraging informal leadership. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to enhance their negotiation skills through better emotional awareness and communication.
What Will Be Covered:
The importance of understanding the connection between physical symptoms and emotional well-being.
Strategies for ensuring clear and intentional communication in a leadership role.
The role of informal leadership in influencing team dynamics and driving change.

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The Ultimate Negotiation Guide
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40 min
January 08, 2025Ben Reinberg on Mastering Leverage in Deals
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In this engaging episode of "Negotiate Anything," host Kwame Christian sits down with Ben Reinberg, a seasoned commercial real estate expert and CEO of Alliance CGC. Ben shares his journey of becoming a successful negotiator at a young age and dives deep into the concept of leverage in both commercial real estate and everyday life. With rich anecdotes and practical advice, Ben emphasizes the importance of emotional balance, continuous learning, and the art of listening in effective negotiations. This episode is a masterclass for anyone looking to refine their negotiation skills and build wealth through strategic interactions.

What Will Be Covered:
Ben Reinberg’s journey in commercial real estate and the importance of early negotiation lessons.
The concept of leverage within the realm of commercial real estate and its broader implications.
Practical negotiation strategies and insights into maintaining emotional balance and building successful relationships.
What Listeners Will Learn:
How to build and maintain leverage during negotiations without giving away power.
The role of emotional balance and effective listening in successful negotiations.
Strategies for continuous self-improvement and leveraging resources to enhance negotiation outcomes.

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The Ultimate Negotiation Guide
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32 min
January 07, 2025Drew Glover: How Code Switching Can Transform Your Negotiation Strategy
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In this episode of "Negotiate Anything," host Kwame Christian, Esq., M.A., sits down with Drew Glover, an influential venture capitalist and co-founder of Fiat Growth and Fiat Ventures. Together, they delve into the art of code switching, the strategic use of AI in storytelling, and the power of asking uncomfortable questions in negotiations. Glover offers insights from his personal journey as a Black man in the venture capital world and shares practical tips for fostering curiosity and leveraging authenticity in business dealings. Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of how to navigate complex negotiations and build long-term relationships based on trust and effective communication.
Covered in This Episode:
The importance of code switching and adapting communication styles in business negotiations.
Utilizing AI tools to refine and diversify storytelling techniques.
Asking uncomfortable questions to uncover deeper truths in negotiations and enhance leverage.
Listeners Will Learn:
How to adapt their communication methods to resonate with diverse audiences.
The strategic advantages of integrating AI into storytelling to improve message delivery.
Techniques for maintaining leverage and authenticity through truth-focused negotiation strategies.

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The Ultimate Negotiation Guide
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39 min
January 06, 2025From Self-Sabotage to Self-Empowerment: Keita Williams on Mindset Changes
In this insightful episode of Negotiate Anything, host Kwame Christian, Esq., M.A., sits down with Keita Williams, the founder and chief strategist of Success Bully. The conversation dives deep into the significance of mindset shifts and emotional management in negotiations. Keita shares her expertise in hypnotherapy and offers valuable insights on how internal communication can be transformed to strengthen external communication skills. The episode also highlights the impact of focusing on productive conversations and the role self-awareness plays in overcoming workplace challenges.

What will be covered:
The detrimental effects of seeking validation and approval in negotiations.
The impact of competing worldviews and why they make imposing beliefs futile.
Techniques Keita Williams uses to help clients overcome self-sabotage through mindset and communication training.
42 min
January 05, 2025How Tichaona Gandhle Uses AI to Enhance Negotiation Strategies
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In this enlightening episode of Negotiate Anything, host Kwame Christian, Esq., M.A. sits down with Tichaona Gandhle, an immigrant entrepreneur and tech expert, to dive deep into the art and science of negotiation. Tichaona shares his fascinating journey from Zimbabwe to the United States, detailing how he navigates high-stakes business conversations in the tech and funding industries. With a special focus on integrating artificial intelligence into negotiation strategies, Tichaona offers groundbreaking insights that are sure to enhance your negotiation skills. Learn how to turn challenging conversations into opportunities for growth and collaboration by leveraging advanced AI tools and psychological principles.
What You'll Cover:
How Tichaona gains clients and collaborators with a strategic approach.
The integration of artificial intelligence into negotiation strategies.
Real-world applications of negotiation principles in tech and funding industries.

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The Ultimate Negotiation Guide
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23 min
January 04, 2025Mohamed Massaquoi: What Happened When I Brought NFL Lessons to the Boardroom
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In this episode of "Negotiate Anything," host Kwame Christian, Esq., M.A. is joined by guest Mohamed "Mo" Massaquoi, an organizational psychologist, to delve into the nuances of organizational psychology and the art of difficult conversations within organizations. Mohamed shares insights from his experience as an NFL player and applies them to his current role as an organizational psychologist.
During the episode, the following topics will be covered:
Setting the stage for organizational psychology within an organization
Understanding the importance of momentum in difficult conversations
Tools and strategies for navigating resistance and achieving effective communication

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29 min
January 03, 2025Terence Mauri: AI Should Be a Co-Pilot, Not a Replacement
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In this engaging episode of Negotiate Anything, host Kwame Christian sits down with AI leadership and disruption expert Terence Mauri to delve into the transformative world of AI and its impact on negotiation and communication. Mauri emphasizes the power of asking catalytic questions and the importance of maintaining self-awareness and trust in an AI-driven era. The conversation explores the balance between human connection versus transactional interactions, the need for "warm AI" that prioritizes human values, and strategies to overcome organizational resistance to technological upgrades. Packed with insights and practical advice, this episode provides a nuanced look at how to leverage AI responsibly while enhancing human-centric communication.

What Will Be Covered:
The significance of self-awareness and self-reflection in improving negotiation skills.
The concept of "centaur communicators" and blending human skills with AI assistance.
Strategies for overcoming organizational resistance to technological changes.

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The Ultimate Negotiation Guide
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37 min
January 02, 2025Nancy Medoff: Once you realize you can't make everyone happy, you find true liberation.
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In this engaging episode of "Negotiate Anything," host Kwame Christian, Esq., M.A., welcomes back public speaking expert, author, and coach, Nancy Medoff, for her third appearance on the show.
Nancy discusses her recent experience running for public office in her small town on Cape Cod and the unique communication challenges she faced. Despite being a seasoned communication expert, Nancy shares how this endeavor has reshaped her approach to negotiation and leadership. This episode will dive deep into the intersection of political strategy and effective communication, providing listeners with unique insights into being persuasive and authentic in high-stakes situations.

What You'll Cover:
Nancy Medoff's experience running for public office and its impact on her communication strategies.
The difficulties and lessons learned from political campaigning in a small town.
Strategies for maintaining authenticity while navigating the political aspects of leadership.

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31 min
January 01, 2025 Marilyn McClure: Building Your Brand Through Negotiation
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In this episode, Marylin McClure, discusses exercising negotiation strategies while still maintaining a personal brand

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50 min

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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.