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
Episodes
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May 26, 2023 • 36min
It's All About Confidence! With Selena Rezvani
It's All About Confidence! With Selena RezvaniRequest A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/Buy Selena's Book: Quick Confidence: Be Authentic, Boost Connections, and Make Bold Bets on Yourself.https://www.amazon.com/dp/1394160941?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_NS5EWA8YG1WRDAHPTTBKIn this episode, Selena Rezvani, a renowned speaker specializing in leadership and self-advocacy, and an acclaimed author of the WSJ Bestseller "Quick Confidence," explores the transformative power of small adjustments that can greatly enhance our confidence levels.You'll Learn:How to give your words more weight and authorityNegotiations tactics from media trainingHow to speak with intimidating peoplehttps://www.selenarezvani.com/Buy Selena's Book: Quick Confidence: Be Authentic, Boost Connections, and Make Bold Bets on Yourself.https://www.amazon.com/dp/1394160941?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_NS5EWA8YG1WRDAHPTTBKIn "Quick Confidence: Be Authentic, Create Connections and Make Bold Bets on Yourself," best-selling author and renowned leadership speaker Selena Rezvani delivers an effective and eye-opening new approach to building confidence and presence for professionals. In the book, the author walks you through—and helps you leap over—the 9 most common obstacles that stand in the way of building authentic confidence. She offers digestible actions, behaviors, and exercises you can use to change the way you think and the way you present yourself to others.Relying on sound, scientifically validated data, the book helps you zero in on one actionable method at a time, from making a memorable entrance to stoking confidence in those around you. You’ll also find:
Mental, physical, and interpersonal routines that will lock in your new and confident persona for lasting change
Techniques for using silence strategically and refusing to overexplain to enhance your credibility and presence
Ways to overcome the intimidation factor that goes hand-in-hand with dealing with powerful people
Follow Selena on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/selenarezvani/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 Selena Rezvani
May 25, 2023 • 3min
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May 25, 2023 • 34min
Mastering Persuasion with Marc Howland
Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/In this episode, Marc Howland, Co-Founder, CEO at Breadless, discusses how to gain buy-in for your idea from your team, community, and investors.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
May 24, 2023 • 34min
How to Address Toxicity at Work with Jamie Fiore Higgins
Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/In this episode, Jamie Fiore Higgins, Financial Times 25 most influential women of 2022, Ex- Goldman Sachs Managing Director, Author of "Bully Market", now turned Executive Coach, discusses the importance of healthy workplaces, inspiring conversations, and creating change.You'll learn:
How to make things better.
How to get unstuck.
Small wins compound.
Hard conversations.
Follow Jamie Fiore Higgins on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamiefiorehiggins/jamiefiorehiggins.com https://jamiefiorehiggins.com/Buy Jamie's book: "BULLY MARKET." https://jamiefiorehiggins.com/buy/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 Jamie Fiore Higgins.
May 23, 2023 • 41min
Insights from an FBI Agent featuring Melissa Fortunato
Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/In this episode, Melissa Fortunato, FBI Special Agent/Crisis Negotiator, tells us stunning stories about her FBI negotiations.Follow Melissa F. on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissafortunato/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
May 22, 2023 • 44min
The Role of Communication in Successful Deals with Mark Mirra
Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/In this episode, we have the privilege of sitting down with the esteemed Mark Mirra, a renowned expert in negotiation, who shares his invaluable wisdom on the importance of effective communication during negotiations. Gain practical insights, learn from real-life examples, and discover how to navigate the complexities of various negotiation scenarios. You'll learn:
The bread and butter of negotiations- communication.
The difference between negotiation and communication.
The importance of preparing before negotiating.
We discuss:
The nuances in negotiation.
The 4 types of negotiations.
Advocating for stakeholders.
Follow Mark Mirra on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/markmirra/Aligned Negotiation LinkedIn page https://www.linkedin.com/company/alignednegotiation/Aligned website https://www.alignedplatform.com/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 Mark Mirra.
May 21, 2023 • 43min
Avoiding Crucial Errors in Your Negotiations with Ron Hogen
Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/In this episode, Ron Hogen, discusses overcoming emotional distractions, the biggest mistake you can make in high-level negotiations, and building rapport.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
May 20, 2023 • 27min
Leading with Introversion: Insights from Patience Ogunbona
Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/Are you an introvert who's looking to lead? In this episode, Patience Ogunbona, Accredited Transformational Personal, Business/Leadership Coach for ambitious Introverted Women/Leaders, offers her best tips for introverts who want to be better leaders. She covers everything from understanding your own strengths and weaknesses to learning how to negotiate effectively. So if you're looking to make a difference in the world, listen to this episode!Follow Patience on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/patience-ogunbona/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
May 19, 2023 • 58min
Assertiveness Amplified: Mastering Negotiations with Ivna Curi
Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/In this episode, Ivna Curi, MBA, Founder of the Assertive Way, and Podcast host of "Speak Your Mind Unapologetically," discusses how she and her team help organizations and women in the workforce to make their case by speaking up assertively. You'll learn:
The 4 parts of assertiveness.
The language of respect.
Ask great questions like, "What makes you feel respected at work?"
The most common myths about assertiveness are defunct.
We discuss:
2 role-playing scenarios to give you a taste of assertiveness.
How to not come off as aggressive.
3 things you can do to handle the backlash.
Mistakes to avoid by applying "C.A.R.E."
Follow Ivna Curi on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivna-curi-mba-67083b2/Assertive Way Institute LinkedIn page https://www.linkedin.com/company/assertivewayinstitute/Assertive Way website https://assertiveway.com/Ivna's podcast: "Speak Your Mind Unapologetically." https://assertiveway.com/podcast-speak-your-mind-unapologetically/Ivna's Ted Talk https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nXXaXOZXkXUFollow 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=8-1Follow Kwame Christian on LinkedInRequest A Customized Workshop For Your CompanyThe Ultimate Negotiation GuideKwame Christian with Ivna Curi.
May 18, 2023 • 54min
Becoming an Advocate: Mastering Negotiation on Behalf of Others featuring Derek Burtch and Amelia Gordon
Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/In this episode, Derek and Amelia, Teachers and Co-Founders of Erase The Space, discuss the concept of allyship, how allyship can pay off, and how to negotiate as an ally.Erase The Space https://www.erasethespace.org/Follow Derek on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/derek-burtch-b434b626/Follow Amelia on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/amelia-gordon-28a187144/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
