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Negotiate Anything

Kwame Christian Esq., M.A.www.americannegotiationinstitute.com
Transform your relationships. Speak your truth. Get what you deserve—with Kwame Christian as your guide. This is the #1 negotiation podcast in the world with over 15 million downloads, but it’s about so much more than that. This isn’t about manipulation or domination—it’s about showing up more powerfully, leading with authenticity, and speaking your truth with more clarity. Whether you’re leading a team, parenting through stress, or learning to speak up without fear, the skills you’ll build here will transform how you show up in every area of your life.  Kwame doesn’t just teach strategy—he teaches transformation, helping you become the kind of person who moves through life with more clarity, courage, and compassion. Every episode is rooted in empathy, psychology, and Kwame’s signature warmth, blending real-world stories, expert guests, and practical frameworks so you can break through the fears that have been holding you back.  Join millions of listeners who’ve discovered that the best things in life really are on the other side of difficult conversations.  Ready to level up at work and at home? 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: [email protected] • LinkedIn: Kwame Christian • YouTube: Negotiate Anything Produced by the American Negotiation Institute

Episodes

Building Common Ground: Key Steps Before Starting a Negotiation with Brandon Mitchell

Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company 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. Through...

Jan 10, 202526 min

Billie Gilliam: Leaders Need to Ensure Psychological Safety

Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company 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 s...

Jan 09, 202539 min

Ben Reinberg on Mastering Leverage in Deals

Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company 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 ...

Jan 08, 202532 min

Drew Glover: How Code Switching Can Transform Your Negotiation Strategy

Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company 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 prac...

Jan 07, 202538 min

From 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 prod...

Jan 06, 202541 min

How Tichaona Gandhle Uses AI to Enhance Negotiation Strategies

Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company 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...

Jan 05, 202523 min

Mohamed Massaquoi: What Happened When I Brought NFL Lessons to the Boardroom

Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company 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 covere...

Jan 04, 202529 min

Terence Mauri: AI Should Be a Co-Pilot, Not a Replacement

Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company 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 inte...

Jan 03, 202537 min

Nancy Medoff: Once you realize you can't make everyone happy, you find true liberation.

Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company 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 negotiat...

Jan 02, 202531 min

Marilyn McClure: Building Your Brand Through Negotiation

Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company Follow Marilyn on LinkedIn In this episode, Marylin McClure, discusses exercising negotiation strategies while still maintaining a personal brand Contact ANI Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company Follow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn The Ultimate Negotiation Guide Click here to buy your copy of How To Have Difficult Conversations About Race! Click here to buy your copy of Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your ...

Jan 01, 202549 min

Deepa Purushothaman: The Shocking Ways Toxic Workplaces Affect Your Health

Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company In this compelling episode of "Negotiate Anything," we dive into the complexities of navigating toxic work environments with the insights of Deepa Purushothaman, a seasoned expert in race and gender studies. Through a candid conversation with host Kwame Christian, Deepa illuminates the power of collective action, storytelling, and setting boundaries to drive change within corporate cultures. Listeners will come away empowered with practical negotiat...

Dec 31, 202440 min

Peter Kurty: Authentic Listening Over Solving Surface-Level Problems

Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company In this episode of Negotiate Anything, Kwame Christian sits down with Dr. Peter Kurty, an experienced elementary school principal and educational consultant, to explore the transformation of conversations in the educational sector through effective negotiation strategies. Dr. Kurty shares his insights on combining authentic listening, questioning techniques, and mindset shifts to foster compassionate and impactful dialogue among educators and parent...

Dec 30, 202445 min

Henna Inam: Leaders Must Lead Themselves First

Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company In this compelling episode of "Negotiate Anything," host Kwame Christian welcomes Henna Inam, CEO of Transformational Leadership, Inc. to explore the intersection of leadership agility and negotiation. Drawing from her book "Wired for Disruption," Inam illuminates the critical shifts required for leaders to navigate the current landscape of change. Together, they dissect the importance of empathy, strategic thinking, and communication in fostering c...

Dec 29, 202434 min

Harnessing Introvert Power in Negotiations with Beth Buelow

Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company Struggling to negotiate as an introvert? Today you'll discover the pros and cons of negotiating as an introvert and how extroverts can improve their interactions with their introverted colleagues with Beth Buelow, host of the Introvert Entrepreneur. Beth's Website Follow Beth on LinkedIn Contact ANI Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company Follow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn The Ultimate Negotiation Guide Click here to buy your copy of How To H...

Dec 28, 202444 min

Navigating Toxic Corporate Waters with Jamie Fiore Higgins

Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company 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 jamiefiorehiggins.com Buy Jamie's book...

Dec 27, 202435 min

How to Create Your Own Authentic Podcast – Secrets Only Adrian Daniels Can Teach You

Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company In this episode, Adrian Daniels, creator of the "A to Z Podcasting School," Growth and Community Leader, Podcast host, and coach, talks about launching and publicizing your podcast. You'll learn: How to make your guests welcome. Best practice to make your guest feel at home. Benefits of establishing rapport early on. We discuss: Momentum. Handling surprises. Managing the flow of the show. Follow Adrian Daniels on LinkedIn A to Z Podcasting website D...

Dec 26, 202429 min

Reverse Interview: Emotional Intelligence in Leadership. A Conversation with Emily Horn

Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company In this insightful episode of "Negotiate Anything," host Kwame Christian joins forces with Emily Horn, the senior vice president of leadership development at the California Association of Realtors, to explore the dynamics of ethical persuasion in negotiations. They delve into the psychological aspects of communication, discussing the persuasive triad from ancient Greece—logos, pathos, and ethos—and the impact of emotional intelligence in reaching mu...

Dec 25, 202452 min

Nancy Bleeke: Mastering Confidence in the Face of Objections

Want to share your thoughts? Fill out our listener form Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company Do you fear resistance? Are you lacking confidence in difficult negotiation or sales situations? In this episode, you'll learn the secrets of collaboratively working through objections with author and sales expert Nancy Bleeke. Click here to access her free course. It will help you to prepare and be effective in those conversations where concerns or objections are raised. Follow Nancy on Linked...

Dec 24, 202436 min

Jeremy Hurewitz: The Art of Negotiating Like a Spy

Want to share your thoughts? Fill out our listener form Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company In this engaging episode of Negotiate Anything, host Kwame Christian welcomes Jeremy Hurewitz to discuss the art of negotiation with insights from espionage. Jeremy shares his extensive experience and practical tips on enhancing negotiation skills, focusing on the importance of authenticity, active listening, and strategic preparation. Explore how everyday practice can improve your communicatio...

Dec 23, 202438 min

Dr. Kriti Mohan: The Dark Side of Being a People-Pleaser in Medicine

Want to share your thoughts? Fill out our listener form Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company In this compelling episode of "Negotiate Anything," host Kwame Christian, Esq., M.A., delves into the intricate art of emotional communication with Dr. Kriti Mohan, a renowned plastic surgeon from Houston, Texas. Dr. Mohan shares her unique experiences managing emotions and expectations in her medical practice, emphasizing the importance of intentional and empathetic communication. This episode...

Dec 22, 202423 min

Patrick Tinney: Build a Bridge of Trust

Want to share your thoughts? Fill out our listener form Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company In this enlightening episode of Negotiate Anything, host Kwame Christian, Esq., M.A. sits down with Patrick Tinney to explore how strategic negotiation can grow the pie and create win-win scenarios for all parties involved. Patrick shares his remarkable journey from a young boy in the publishing world to a seasoned negotiation expert with a lifetime deal book worth hundreds of millions. He offe...

Dec 21, 202436 min

Douglas Squirrel: Productive Conflict Starts With Vulnerability

Want to share your thoughts? Fill out our listener form Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company In this enlightening episode of "Negotiate Anything," host Kwame Christian sits down with tech expert Douglas Squirrel to delve into the nuances of negotiating and communicating effectively with tech teams. Broadcasting straight from his 600-year-old house in England, Squirrel shares invaluable insights drawn from his extensive career in technology and his experience coaching over 300 companies...

Dec 20, 202434 min

Jeremy Delk: Failure is the Ultimate Teacher

Want to share your thoughts? Fill out our listener form Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company In this enlightening episode of "Negotiate Anything," host Kwame Christian sits down with entrepreneur and author Jeremy Delk to dive into the essential elements of negotiation and business growth. Jeremy shares insights on the significance of authenticity, vulnerability, and adaptability during business meetings and negotiations. He reveals how his journey from Wall Street to founding Delk Ent...

Dec 19, 202439 min

Ben Guttmann: Why Clear Messages Win and How to Design Them

Want to share your thoughts? Fill out our listener form Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company In this episode of "Negotiate Anything," host Kwame Christian invites guest Ben Guttmann to delve into the importance of simplicity in effective communication. Ben shares his journey from running a marketing agency to writing his first book, "Simply Put: Why Clear Messages Win and How to Design Them." They discuss the challenge of keeping messages simple and its significant impact on various as...

Dec 18, 202432 min

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Want to share your thoughts? Fill out our listener form Hey everyone, Kwame Christian here, host of Negotiate Anything! We value your feedback and want to hear from you. Fill out our quick and fun form to help us make the show even better, and get a chance to win a signed copy of my book! Complete the form before December 31st, 2024, and stay tuned for the winner announcement in January. Your input will shape the future of Negotiate Anything. Find the form in the episode description. Good luck!...

Dec 18, 202453 sec

Timothy Klein and Belle Liang: Overcoming Fear in Negotiations

Want to share your thoughts? Fill out our listener form Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company In this enlightening episode of "Negotiate Anything," host Kwame Christian, Esq., M.A., delves into the interplay of purpose, values, and negotiations with esteemed guests Belle Liang and Timothy Klein. Exploring the importance of understanding one's core values and the perspectives of others, the discussion highlights how aligning personal and professional goals can lead to more effective and ...

Dec 17, 202452 min

Shaahin Cheyene: How adversity leads to success

Want to share your thoughts? Fill out our listener form Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company In this riveting episode of "Negotiate Anything," host Kwame Christian, Esq., M.A., sits down with serial entrepreneur and negotiation expert Shaahin Cheyene to delve into unique strategies for increasing income and mastering the art of negotiation. Listeners will gain valuable expertise in creating predictable revenue streams, understanding the power of status in negotiations, and applying a r...

Dec 16, 202441 min

Highlight Reel: Mastering Real Estate

Want to share your thoughts? Fill out our listener form Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company Dive into the essential elements of mastering real estate, from effective leadership and negotiation strategies to closing deals and excelling in commercial real estate. This compilation distills the wisdom and experiences of top professionals, offering you a comprehensive guide to achieving success in the dynamic world of real estate. Contact ANI Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company ...

Dec 15, 202424 min

David Shapiro: AI Is Not Just a Tool, It's a Force Multiplier

Want to share your thoughts? Fill out our listener form Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company In this compelling episode of Negotiate Anything, host Kwame Christian engages with AI expert David Shapiro to explore the transformative world of artificial intelligence. They delve into the rapid advancements in AI and its profound implications on industries and society. The discussion ranges from understanding the concept of the singularity to the potential for a post-labor economy, and the ...

Dec 14, 202438 min

FBI Agent Melissa Fortunato: Stop Overthinking and Just Start Asking

Want to share your thoughts? Fill out our listener form Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company In this compelling episode of "Negotiate Anything," host Kwame Christian is joined by accomplished FBI agent Melissa Fortunato to delve into her fascinating experiences and insights on negotiation. Melissa shares riveting stories from her 23-year career, highlighting how psychology, empathy, and strategic questioning play vital roles in successful negotiations. Together, they discuss the power ...

Dec 13, 202442 min
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