

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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Jul 14, 2023 • 42min
How to Build Trust - Linkedin Live event
Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/LinkedIn Live Event Recording: https://www.linkedin.com/events/askmeanything-howtobuildtrust7072658328354480128/comments/In this episode, Kwame Christian Esq., M.A. will share his expert advice for building trust in high-stakes conversations, while also addressing top questions from the audience.Trust is the bedrock of effective negotiations.When negotiators trust each other, they are more likely to share their interests, concerns, and objectives freely, enabling a deeper understanding of the underlying issues. This transparency promotes empathy and fosters a collaborative mindset, where both parties strive for win-win solutions rather than focusing solely on their individual gains. By building this foundation of trust, negotiators can create an atmosphere of respect and cooperation, increasing the chances of achieving mutually beneficial agreements.As important as it is, determining how to earn a person’s trust can be incredibly challenging – especially in high-stakes business scenarios. Determining if you can trust your counterpart can be equally difficult.So how do we effectively give and receive trust in difficult conversations?In this episode, Kwame Christian Esq., M.A. will share his expert advice for building trust in high-stakes conversations, while also addressing top questions from the audience.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

Jul 13, 2023 • 33min
From Anxiety to Assurance: Mastering Negotiation Skills with Kit Pang
Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/In this episode, Kit Pang, Founder of BostonSpeaks, discusses how we can get rid of speaking and in negotiation anxiety, how to replace stress with confidence, and how to effectively communicate with yourself.BostonSpeaks https://www.bostonspeaks.com/Follow Kit on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kitpang/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

Jul 12, 2023 • 27min
Navigating Career Negotiation with Confidence - Heather Spilsbury's Keys to Empowerment
Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/Negotiating your career can be hard, especially when you don't know where to start. Feeling internal confidence and assertiveness in the workplace can be difficult, yet is so important for advancing your role and responsibilities. In this episode, Heather Spilsbury unlocks the secret to empowering yourself in order to advocate for yourself and negotiate your career forward. She dives deep into understanding what value you bring to any organization, and how that confidence can carry you forward in building a successful career for yourself. Tune in to this witty episode for inspiration on overcoming your challengers, feeling confident when talking about yourself and negotiating situations with ease, ensuring that you reap all of the success you deserve!50/50 women on board website: https://5050wob.com/50 Women to Watch For Boards: https://5050wob.com/50-women-to-watch-for-boards/Follow Heather on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heatherspilsbury/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

Jul 11, 2023 • 35min
Elevate Your Game: Jonathan Jones Shares Contract Negotiation Secrets
Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/In this episode, Jonathan Jones, TEDx speaker, best-selling author, Host of Your Podcast Mentor, and Founder of Jonathan Jones Speaks, discusses top negotiation tips for student-athletes.}Jonathan Jones Speaks.com https://jonathanjonesspeaks.com/Your Podcast Mentor Show https://jonathanjonesspeaks.com/mentorFollow on Jonathan LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanjonesspeaks/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

Jul 10, 2023 • 32min
Empowering Women to Advocate and Negotiate with Wies Bratby
Listen to Winning with Wies Bratby Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/winning-with-wies-bratby/id1569788470Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/Join negotiation coach Wies Bratby as she unveils the secrets to overcoming gender pay disparities, developing confidence, and negotiating your worth as a woman. Discover actionable strategies to propel your career forward and unlock the success you deserve. Don't miss this empowering episode with an unapologetic advocate for women in negotiation.Wies' website: https://womeninnegotiation.org/Contact Wies: https://linktr.ee/womeninnegotiationRegister to The Free Seminar with Wies: https://womeninnegotiation.org/seminar/Follow Wies on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/womeninnegotiation/Listen to Winning with Wies Bratby Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/winning-with-wies-bratby/id1569788470Follow 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

Jul 9, 2023 • 27min
Conquer Fear, Advocate for Yourself: Insights from Laurie Ruettimann
Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/In this episode, Laurie Ruettimann, writer, speaker, and host of the Punk Rock HR podcast, discusses the psychology of fear in difficult conversations. Also, she gives us powerful cognitive techniques to face the negotiation process.Follow Laurie Ruettimann on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurieruettimann/https://laurieruettimann.com/ https://laurieruettimann.com/The Punk Rock HR Podcast https://laurieruettimann.com/podcast/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

Jul 8, 2023 • 31min
The Ultimate Guide to Pre-Negotiation Success with Roy Koppelmann
Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/In this episode, Roy Koppelmann, Partner at Accord Development Group, discusses negotiation in the real-estate space, leverage, how to use and understand leverage to better your negotiations.Accord Development Group https://www.accorddevelopmentgroup.net/Follow Roy on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/roykoppelmann/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

Jul 7, 2023 • 42min
The Future Of Communication In the World of Artificial Intelligence
Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/Replay the LinkedIn Live Event: The Future Of Communication In the World of Artificial Intelligence https://www.linkedin.com/events/7068254623609827328/about/?originTrackingId=KCBuwEgFQVmXoL83QmHgsg%3D%3DYou might be familiar with me as the Founder and CEO of the American Negotiation Institute or as an author and attorney. However, today, I’m donning a slightly different hat to delve into the fascinating realm of artificial intelligence (AI) and its profound implications on our communication.As we find ourselves in an age of rapid AI advancement, it’s imperative to understand how this technology is reshaping our world and ways of interaction. In this session, we’ll uncover the unseen facets of our relationship with AI, especially when it comes to anthropocentric bias, the concept suggesting that we may have an inherent preference for human-to-human interaction over human-to-AI communication.But don’t fret! AI’s rise isn’t a threat to our human skills but an opportunity to highlight their value. In the whirlwind of AI progression, our human-centric abilities like empathy, negotiation, and communication remain not just relevant, but essential.And here’s where the exciting part comes: imagine a world where human capabilities and AI strengths coexist and complement each other. Picture what I call “Centaur Communication” - the harmonious blend of human expertise and AI power that could transform our future.So, let’s embark on this exploratory journey together in the LinkedIn Live event, unraveling how we, as individuals and organizations, can navigate the age of AI while embracing and enhancing our unique human skills. I’m eager to share these insights with you and hear your thoughts on the future of communication in the AI era.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

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Jul 6, 2023 • 1h 2min
Building Self-Belief with David Hulman
Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/In this episode, David Hulman, Self-Belief Chief, discusses 6 sources of self-belief, reliable peak pattern, and overcoming disappointmentSelf-Belief Chief Website https://www.selfbeliefchief.com/home-page31119238Follow David on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-hulman-32813b60/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

Jul 5, 2023 • 33min
Negotiating To Win: Lessons From David Miller
Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/David Miller, a co-founder of Catalyst Funds and a seasoned portfolio manager, has always employed a powerful negotiation philosophy: the power of win-win. His belief in the potential for mutual benefit in every deal has shaped his negotiation style and forged his path to success.My Forbes Article about David Miller: https://www.forbes.com/sites/kwamechristian/2023/05/17/negotiating-to-win-lessons-from-catalyst-funds-and-bnp-paribas/?sh=32ca2d0b1e68David Miller's website: https://catalystmf.com/team/david-miller/Catalyst Funds website: https://catalystmf.com/Follow David on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidscottmiller/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


