Negotiate Anything
Kwame Christian Esq., M.A.
Transform your relationships. Speak your truth. Get what you deserve—with Kwame Christian as your guide. With over 16 million downloads and more than 1,600 episodes, Negotiate Anything was the world’s leading negotiation podcast for nearly a decade, reaching listeners in more than 180 countries. But it’s about more than negotiation—it’s about confidence, connection, and creating outcomes that respect your values.
About the Host: Kwame Christian, Esq., M.A.
Kwame Christian the founder and CEO of the American Negotiation Institute. He's known for his viral TEDx Talk, “Finding Confidence in Conflict,” and is a bestselling author of two books:
• How to Have Difficult Conversations About Race (2022)
• Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life (2020)
As a degrees in law, psychology, and public policy, Kwame brings a wealth of knowledge to every episode. He’s also a LinkedIn instructor with over 2.3 million learners, making complex negotiation concepts accessible to everyone.
Why This Podcast?
At the American Negotiation Institute, we believe that the best things in life are on the other side of difficult conversations. Our mission is to empower you to negotiate anything, anywhere. Whether you’re a seasoned negotiator or just starting, our podcast equips you with the tools and confidence to navigate any conversation.
Tune in to Transform Your Life:
Join millions of listeners who have already unlocked the power of negotiation. Subscribe now and start mastering the skills that will transform your professional and personal life. Watch our episodes on YouTube for more visual insights and tips.
Connect with Us:
• Website: American Negotiation Institute
• Email: simon@negotiateanything.com
• LinkedIn: Kwame Christian
• YouTube: Negotiate Anything
Produced by the American Negotiation Institute
For ad inquiries, please reach out to: Network+NA@yapmedia.com
About the Host: Kwame Christian, Esq., M.A.
Kwame Christian the founder and CEO of the American Negotiation Institute. He's known for his viral TEDx Talk, “Finding Confidence in Conflict,” and is a bestselling author of two books:
• How to Have Difficult Conversations About Race (2022)
• Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life (2020)
As a degrees in law, psychology, and public policy, Kwame brings a wealth of knowledge to every episode. He’s also a LinkedIn instructor with over 2.3 million learners, making complex negotiation concepts accessible to everyone.
Why This Podcast?
At the American Negotiation Institute, we believe that the best things in life are on the other side of difficult conversations. Our mission is to empower you to negotiate anything, anywhere. Whether you’re a seasoned negotiator or just starting, our podcast equips you with the tools and confidence to navigate any conversation.
Tune in to Transform Your Life:
Join millions of listeners who have already unlocked the power of negotiation. Subscribe now and start mastering the skills that will transform your professional and personal life. Watch our episodes on YouTube for more visual insights and tips.
Connect with Us:
• Website: American Negotiation Institute
• Email: simon@negotiateanything.com
• LinkedIn: Kwame Christian
• YouTube: Negotiate Anything
Produced by the American Negotiation Institute
For ad inquiries, please reach out to: Network+NA@yapmedia.com
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Apr 17, 2023 • 1h 15min
Reverse Interview: How to Sell, Negotiate and Handle Conflict, Kwame Christian with Josh Hall
Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/In this reverse interview with Josh Hall, Kwame Christian shares his top strategies and methods for how to sell better, how to handle negotiations, and how to handle conflict when it arises.Josh Hall's Podcast https://www.youtube.com/@JoshHallcoFollow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kwamechristian/The Ultimate Negotiation Guide: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/guides/ultimate-negotiation-guide/Click here to buy your copy of How To Have Difficult Conversations About Race!: https://www.amazon.com/Have-Difficult-Conversations-About-Race/dp/1637741308/ref=pd_%5B%E2%80%A6%5Df0bc9774-7975-448b-bde1-094cab455adb&pd_rd_i=1637741308&psc=1Click here to buy your copy of Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life!: https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Confidence-Conflict-Negotiate-Anything/dp/0578413736/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2PSW69L6ABTK&keywords=finding+confidence+in+conflict&qid=1667317257&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIwLjQyIiwicXNhIjoiMC4xNCIsInFzcCI6IjAuMjMifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=finding+confidence+in+conflic%2Caps%2C69&sr=8-1
Apr 16, 2023 • 49min
How to Manage and Resolve Conflict with Cheyanne Cierpial
Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/In this episode, Cheyanne Cierpial, Marketing & Communications Manager for Center for Operational Excellence at OSU Fisher College of Business, reverse interviews Kwame Christian on conflict management.Follow Cheyanne on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/cheyannecierpial/Follow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kwamechristian/The Ultimate Negotiation Guide: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/guides/ultimate-negotiation-guide/Click here to buy your copy of How To Have Difficult Conversations About Race!: https://www.amazon.com/Have-Difficult-Conversations-About-Race/dp/1637741308/ref=pd_%5B%E2%80%A6%5Df0bc9774-7975-448b-bde1-094cab455adb&pd_rd_i=1637741308&psc=1Click here to buy your copy of Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life!: https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Confidence-Conflict-Negotiate-Anything/dp/0578413736/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2PSW69L6ABTK&keywords=finding+confidence+in+conflict&qid=1667317257&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIwLjQyIiwicXNhIjoiMC4xNCIsInFzcCI6IjAuMjMifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=finding+confidence+in+conflic%2Caps%2C69&sr=8-1Kwame Christian with Cheyanne Cierpial
Apr 15, 2023 • 21min
Top Tips: How to Gain Confidence in Negotiations - Highlight Reel - Part 2
Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/You can be a successful negotiator by gaining confidence. Learn the basics of how to prepare for a negotiation, understand your interests and goals, and stay calm under pressure. Being confident in your skills will help you achieve better outcomes for yourself and your business.The Negotiate Anything Podcast is a weekly show that covers topics related to business, career, and life successIn this episode:How to Boost Your Confidence in Salary Negotiations With Kyle Elliott, MPA, CHES https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/how-to-boost-your-confidence-in-salary-negotiations/id1101679010?i=1000559815009Confidence and Empowerment 101: How to Effectively Advocate For Yourself with Selena Rezvani https://www.stitcher.com/show/negotiation-skills-academy/episode/confidence-and-empowerment-101-how-to-effectively-advocate-for-yourself-with-selena-rezvani-89984383How to Use Rejection to Build Confidence with Alex Grodnik, MBA https://m.imdb.com/title/tt20716198/?ref_=tt_ep_nxHow to Negotiate with Confidence as an Entrepreneur with Paloma Lev https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-negotiate-confidence-as-entrepreneur-paloma/id1101679010?i=1000410865726Follow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kwamechristian/The Ultimate Negotiation Guide: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/guides/ultimate-negotiation-guide/Click here to buy your copy of How To Have Difficult Conversations About Race!: https://www.amazon.com/Have-Difficult-Conversations-About-Race/dp/1637741308/ref=pd_%5B%E2%80%A6%5Df0bc9774-7975-448b-bde1-094cab455adb&pd_rd_i=1637741308&psc=1Click here to buy your copy of Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life!: https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Confidence-Conflict-Negotiate-Anything/dp/0578413736/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2PSW69L6ABTK&keywords=finding+confidence+in+conflict&qid=1667317257&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIwLjQyIiwicXNhIjoiMC4xNCIsInFzcCI6IjAuMjMifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=finding+confidence+in+conflic%2Caps%2C69&sr=8-1
Apr 14, 2023 • 40min
What is Cultural Intelligence? Brian Calabro's Insight
Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/In this episode, Brian discusses how our upbringing and where we have lived can shape our opinions about things.You'll learn as we discuss:-What is Cultural Intelligence-Differences in business conduct are based on our culture.-The importance of self-awareness.-Pause and take the emotional temperature of the room before any negotiation.Follow Brian Calabro on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-calabro-a5ba4414/ TC Transcontinental Packaging LinkedIn page https://www.linkedin.com/company/tctranscontinentalpackaging/TC Transcontinental website https://tctranscontinental.com/en-us/contact-us/packaging/contact?utm_medium=LinkedIn&utm_source=mail_campaign=LinkedInProfileFollow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kwamechristian/The Ultimate Negotiation Guide: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/guides/ultimate-negotiation-guide/Click here to buy your copy of How To Have Difficult Conversations About Race!: https://www.amazon.com/Have-Difficult-Conversations-About-Race/dp/1637741308/ref=pd_%5B%E2%80%A6%5Df0bc9774-7975-448b-bde1-094cab455adb&pd_rd_i=1637741308&psc=1Click here to buy your copy of Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life!: https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Confidence-Conflict-Negotiate-Anything/dp/0578413736/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2PSW69L6ABTK&keywords=finding+confidence+in+conflict&qid=1667317257&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIwLjQyIiwicXNhIjoiMC4xNCIsInFzcCI6IjAuMjMifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=finding+confidence+in+conflic%2Caps%2C69&sr=8-1
Apr 13, 2023 • 31min
How to Exceed Market Expectations with Jason Christie
Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/In this episode, Jason Christie, Founder of The Polaris Team, shares his negotiation stories and practical tools that will help you in your daily negotiations.The Polaris Team http://thepolaristeam.com/Follow Jason on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-christie-4a37897/Follow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kwamechristian/The Ultimate Negotiation Guide: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/guides/ultimate-negotiation-guide/Click here to buy your copy of How To Have Difficult Conversations About Race!: https://www.amazon.com/Have-Difficult-Conversations-About-Race/dp/1637741308/ref=pd_%5B%E2%80%A6%5Df0bc9774-7975-448b-bde1-094cab455adb&pd_rd_i=1637741308&psc=1Click here to buy your copy of Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life!: https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Confidence-Conflict-Negotiate-Anything/dp/0578413736/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2PSW69L6ABTK&keywords=finding+confidence+in+conflict&qid=1667317257&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIwLjQyIiwicXNhIjoiMC4xNCIsInFzcCI6IjAuMjMifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=finding+confidence+in+conflic%2Caps%2C69&sr=8-1Kwame Christian with Jason Christie
Apr 12, 2023 • 2h 2min
Kwame Christian Joins OSU Moot Court Team for a Special Negotiation Training Session
Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/In this session, Kwame will be discussing strategies for successful negotiations and how to get the best outcome from any deal. He will also be offering practical advice on how to handle difficult conversations, as well as tips on how to build trust and foster positive relationships between parties involved in a negotiation process. Follow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kwamechristian/The Ultimate Negotiation Guide: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/guides/ultimate-negotiation-guide/Click here to buy your copy of How To Have Difficult Conversations About Race!: https://www.amazon.com/Have-Difficult-Conversations-About-Race/dp/1637741308/ref=pd_%5B%E2%80%A6%5Df0bc9774-7975-448b-bde1-094cab455adb&pd_rd_i=1637741308&psc=1Click here to buy your copy of Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life!: https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Confidence-Conflict-Negotiate-Anything/dp/0578413736/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2PSW69L6ABTK&keywords=finding+confidence+in+conflict&qid=1667317257&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIwLjQyIiwicXNhIjoiMC4xNCIsInFzcCI6IjAuMjMifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=finding+confidence+in+conflic%2Caps%2C69&sr=8-1
Apr 11, 2023 • 27min
How to Embrace Accountability To Drive Prosperous Results with Keita Williams
Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/In this episode, Keita Williams, Founder & Chief Strategist at Success Bully, discusses how to hold others accountable.Big Audacious Idea Podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/3ZVu5Y2IfdhW1wkZFDmNe4Follow Keita on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/keitaw/Follow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kwamechristian/The Ultimate Negotiation Guide: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/guides/ultimate-negotiation-guide/Click here to buy your copy of How To Have Difficult Conversations About Race!: https://www.amazon.com/Have-Difficult-Conversations-About-Race/dp/1637741308/ref=pd_%5B%E2%80%A6%5Df0bc9774-7975-448b-bde1-094cab455adb&pd_rd_i=1637741308&psc=1Click here to buy your copy of Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life!: https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Confidence-Conflict-Negotiate-Anything/dp/0578413736/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2PSW69L6ABTK&keywords=finding+confidence+in+conflict&qid=1667317257&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIwLjQyIiwicXNhIjoiMC4xNCIsInFzcCI6IjAuMjMifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=finding+confidence+in+conflic%2Caps%2C69&sr=8-1Kwame Christian with Keita Williams
Apr 10, 2023 • 37min
How to Reduce Stress Through Mind-Body Therapy with Manuela Mischke Reeds
Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/In this episode, Manuela Mischke Reeds, Founder of Embodywise, Somatic and Trauma Psychotherapist, Chief Mental Health Officer at Abroad, a.k.a an expert in mind-body psychology, discusses how to release stress through somatism when you're dealing with high-pressure, high stakes negotiations.You'll learn:
How to reduce stress through the body.
How to sit with your emotions.
We discuss:
All emotions are intelligent.
Interoception.
Follow Manuela Mischke-Reeds on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/manuelamischkereeds/Abroad LinkedIn page https://www.linkedin.com/company/abroad-io/Abroad website https://www.abroad.io/Buy her latest book on Amazon: Somatic Psychotherapy Toolbox https://www.amazon.com/Somatic-Psychotherapy-Toolbox-Worksheets-Exercises/dp/1683731352/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2C73L7AB6XGHM&keywords=books+by+manuela+mischke-reeds&qid=1680724194&sprefix=books+by+manuela+mischke-reed%2Caps%2C375&sr=8-1Buy her 1st book on Amazon: 8 Keys to Mindfulness https://www.amazon.com/Keys-Practicing-Mindfulness-Strategies-Well-being/dp/0393707954/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2C73L7AB6XGHM&keywords=books+by+manuela+mischke-reeds&qid=1680724272&sprefix=books+by+manuela+mischke-reed%2Caps%2C375&sr=8-2Follow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kwamechristian/The Ultimate Negotiation Guide: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/guides/ultimate-negotiation-guide/Click here to buy your copy of How To Have Difficult Conversations About Race!: https://www.amazon.com/Have-Difficult-Conversations-About-Race/dp/1637741308/ref=pd_%5B%E2%80%A6%5Df0bc9774-7975-448b-bde1-094cab455adb&pd_rd_i=1637741308&psc=1Click here to buy your copy of Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life!: https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Confidence-Conflict-Negotiate-Anything/dp/0578413736/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2PSW69L6ABTK&keywords=finding+confidence+in+conflict&qid=1667317257&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIwLjQyIiwicXNhIjoiMC4xNCIsInFzcCI6IjAuMjMifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=finding+confidence+in+conflic%2Caps%2C69&sr=8-1Kwame Christian with Manuela Mischke-Reeds
Apr 9, 2023 • 43min
How To Have Difficult Conversations For The Good of Your Community With Michael Corey
Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/In this episode, Michael Corey, Executive Director at the Human Service Chamber of Franklin County, discusses how to help your community by having difficult conversations. Follow Michael on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/mlcorey1982/Follow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kwamechristian/The Ultimate Negotiation Guide: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/guides/ultimate-negotiation-guide/Click here to buy your copy of How To Have Difficult Conversations About Race!: https://www.amazon.com/Have-Difficult-Conversations-About-Race/dp/1637741308/ref=pd_%5B%E2%80%A6%5Df0bc9774-7975-448b-bde1-094cab455adb&pd_rd_i=1637741308&psc=1Click here to buy your copy of Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life!: https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Confidence-Conflict-Negotiate-Anything/dp/0578413736/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2PSW69L6ABTK&keywords=finding+confidence+in+conflict&qid=1667317257&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIwLjQyIiwicXNhIjoiMC4xNCIsInFzcCI6IjAuMjMifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=finding+confidence+in+conflic%2Caps%2C69&sr=8-1
Apr 8, 2023 • 22min
Top Tips: The Power of Silence in Negotiation - Highlight Reel
Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/The power of silence and body language in negotiation.In this reel:How to Use Strategic Silence with Julia Ewert https://podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/how-to-use-strategic-silence-with-julia-ewert/id1101679010?i=1000488977549Unlearning Silence with Elaine Lin Hering https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYnV6enNwcm91dC5jb20vNTgwMjYucnNz/episode/MTFlYzVlZDQtYmU4MC0xMWVkLWJkNGUtNDNhZGZhMzFlNTMx?sa=X&ved=0CAUQkfYCahcKEwiogOSWjoP-AhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQAQThe Power of Silence: Making or Breaking a Deal with Amy Mariani https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYnV6enNwcm91dC5jb20vNTgwMjYucnNz/episode/MmI3MzcxZDMtM2U1Yi00YjI3LTk1YTEtYjVkNThlMmZhZmFi?sa=X&ved=0CAUQkfYCahcKEwiogOSWjoP-AhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQAQFollow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kwamechristian/The Ultimate Negotiation Guide: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/guides/ultimate-negotiation-guide/Click here to buy your copy of How To Have Difficult Conversations About Race!: https://www.amazon.com/Have-Difficult-Conversations-About-Race/dp/1637741308/ref=pd_%5B%E2%80%A6%5Df0bc9774-7975-448b-bde1-094cab455adb&pd_rd_i=1637741308&psc=1Click here to buy your copy of Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life!: https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Confidence-Conflict-Negotiate-Anything/dp/0578413736/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2PSW69L6ABTK&keywords=finding+confidence+in+conflict&qid=1667317257&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIwLjQyIiwicXNhIjoiMC4xNCIsInFzcCI6IjAuMjMifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=finding+confidence+in+conflic%2Caps%2C69&sr=8-1
