Are you letting fear or friction hold you back from the conversations that matter most? In this episode, I sit down with Kwame Christian— host of the #1 negotiation podcast Negotiate Anything and creator of LinkedIn's only official negotiation certificate—to explore how we can all get better at negotiation by doing it with more heart. Kwame breaks down his signature "Compassionate Curiosity" framework, a three-step method that helps you navigate any conversation—whether in business or life—with empathy, emotional intelligence, and strategic clarity. If you've ever struggled with "what to say when it's hard to say it," this episode is a must-listen.

Topics We Cover in This Episode:

• The unexpected reason most negotiation training fails (and how to fix it)

• The one mental model that works for almost every tough conversation

• How to uncover someone's real priorities—before offering solutions

• Why your tone matters more than your tactics

• A simple way to defuse tension in seconds

• How to know when it's time to walk away (without burning a bridge)

Be sure to follow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn and check out his podcast Negotiate Anything for even more real-world tools. And if you want to start showing up differently in high-stakes conversations, start with compassion, curiosity, and this episode as your guide.

Resources Mentioned:

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