We think of deception as evil — but in negotiation, it’s often something else. It’s protection, survival, or strategy. In this masterclass on deception in negotiation , experts break down how lies actually work, why people distort the truth, and how to uncover what’s really being said beneath the surface. You’ll discover the psychology of manipulation, the signals of half-truths, and the emotional intelligence required to navigate gray zones without losing trust or power. This is not about spott...
Nov 05, 2025•1 hr 45 min
Everyone feels fear before a negotiation — fear of rejection, failure, or not being good enough. In this 3-part masterclass, three powerful conversations reveal how to turn that fear into clarity, confidence, and control. You’ll learn how experts face internal resistance, imposter syndrome, and emotional pressure — and use those same fears to gain power at the table. Chapters include: Fear of being seen Fear of losing Fear of not being enough Watch till the end — your mindset about fear (and neg...
Nov 04, 2025•1 hr 41 min
Most people use AI wrong — and that mistake is already costing them deals. In this episode, negotiation expert Keld Jensen reveals how to actually use artificial intelligence to gain an edge at the table — from preparation and simulation to emotional intelligence and trust-building. Discover how negotiators who embrace AI are not becoming less human, but more effective, faster, and more honest. Learn how AI can: Prepare you in seconds instead of hours Simulate your next negotiation before it hap...
Nov 03, 2025•50 min
People wait until they feel ready to change — but what if that moment never comes? In this powerful conversation, Doug Bopst shares how hitting rock bottom led him to rebuild his life, one small step at a time. From addiction and a prison sentence to becoming an award-winning trainer and author, Doug’s story is proof that transformation doesn’t start with confidence — it starts with action. Join Kwame Christian as they talk about discipline, self-worth, and the mindset that turns pain into purpo...
Oct 30, 2025•57 min
When life shatters everything you thought was safe, what do you do next? In this powerful conversation, emotional recovery coach Louize Yafai shares how she rebuilt her life after losing everything — her marriage, her company, and her sense of self. From surviving financial and emotional abuse to helping others turn pain into strength, Louize reveals the mindset shifts and daily actions that transform suffering into resilience. You’ll learn: How to rebuild confidence when you’ve hit rock bottom ...
Oct 27, 2025•1 hr 13 min
Mahesh Guruswamy — Chief Product and Technology Officer at Kickstarter and author of How to Deliver Bad News and Get Away with It — sits down with Kwame Christian to reveal the emotional side of leadership no one talks about. Buy the Book: How to Deliver Bad News and Get Away with It: A Manager's Guide by Mahesh Guruswamy From earning $40,000 in his first tech job to leading global teams, Mahesh learned that success isn’t about titles or wealth — it’s about courage, gratitude, and making the r...
Oct 23, 2025•49 min
Lisa Bilyeu shares the raw truth behind her journey — from shipping protein bars out of her living room to leading one of the most influential wellness brands in the world. Together with Kwame Christian, she unpacks what it really means to face failure, reprogram your inner critic, and choose your mission over your ego. If you’ve ever struggled with fear, insecurity, or the pressure to be perfect, this episode will remind you that confidence isn’t something you’re born with — it’s something you ...
Oct 20, 2025•1 hr 8 min
In this enlightening episode of the Negotiate Anything podcast, host Kwame Christian sits down with self-esteem and relationship expert Natalie Lue. Natalie shares her personal journey of transformation from a chronic people pleaser to a boundary-setting advocate. This conversation dives deep into the intricacies of people pleasing, highlighting how it serves as a barrier to authentic relationships and self-worth. Listeners will gain valuable insights into identifying their own people-pleasing b...
Oct 16, 2025•47 min
In this engaging episode, Lauren Sabo takes the reins to explore negotiation strategies with challenging clients. The conversation delves into the intricacies of managing client expectations, recognizing the characteristics of difficult interactions, and setting effective boundaries in professional relationships. Drawing from both their experiences and professional backgrounds, Christian and Sabo provide listeners with practical insights that transcend the legal industry, applicable to anyone na...
Oct 13, 2025•56 min
They told us that vulnerability was a flaw — a sign of weakness. But what if the truth is the opposite? In this powerful and deeply human conversation, Kwame Christian , bestselling author and CEO of the American Negotiation Institute, sits down with Jamie Librot , former Global Head of Executive Talent Management at JPMorgan and author of Find Your Gobi . Together, they flip the script on what real strength looks like — exploring why our greatest growth begins the moment we stop pretending to h...
Oct 09, 2025•1 hr 4 min
Money, happiness, and the elusive idea of “enough.” In this conversation, best-selling author Morgan Housel (The Psychology of Money, The Art of Spending Money) shares raw insights on why chasing more rarely leads to fulfillment—and how to rethink the way we use money as a tool for freedom and meaning. Buy the book The Art of Spending Money . Hosted by Kwame Christian , this interview dives deep into: Why more money won’t automatically make you happier The hidden cost of comparison and envy ...
Oct 06, 2025•56 min
Every day, you make choices that feel completely your own — but what if they aren’t? In this episode, bestselling author Richard Shotton ( The Choice Factory, The Illusion of Choice ) reveals how small, almost invisible biases shape the way we think, buy, and negotiate. From the words we use to the way we frame decisions, Richard explains how psychology quietly steers our behavior — and how you can use this knowledge to persuade, influence, and connect more effectively. Whether you’re a negotiat...
Oct 02, 2025•59 min
Fear, not skill, is what’s costing you opportunities at the negotiation table. In this powerful conversation, negotiation experts Kwame Christian and Kathryn Valentine expose the hidden reason most people fail to ask for what they deserve. It’s not a lack of strategies — it’s the fear of rejection, backlash, or simply starting the conversation. You’ll learn: The one simple question that can unlock raises, promotions, and perks instantly. How to turn a “no” into opportunity without burning bridge...
Sep 29, 2025•55 min
Respect isn’t soft — it’s the sharpest power move in any negotiation. Buy The Book: Leading with Respect: Adventures of an Off-Price Fashion Pioneer: https://www.amazon.com/Leading-Respect-Boardroom-Marcy-Syms/dp/0806544813 Most people think negotiation is about leverage, contracts, and numbers. But Marcy Syms — former CEO of Syms clothing stores and author of Leading with Respect — knows the real power comes from something far deeper: respect. In this conversation, Marcy shares how being undere...
Sep 25, 2025•59 min
Gaslighting isn’t just a relationship issue—it happens at work too. In this powerful conversation, psychotherapist and author Farah Harris opens up about her own painful experience with a toxic hire who weaponized her teachings, blurred boundaries, and tried to undermine her confidence as a leader. Buy The Book: The Color of Emotional Intelligence by Farah Harris Fara's website: www.workingwelldaily.com Together with Kwame Christian , Farah unpacks: The subtle red flags of manipulation and gasli...
Sep 22, 2025•1 hr 20 min
Everything you've been told about reducing stress is wrong—and it might be making things worse. In this episode, neuroscientist Rebecca Heiss reveals groundbreaking insights about why trying to eliminate stress at work often backfires. You'll learn the science-backed strategy to turn stress into your greatest professional advantage, how your beliefs about stress directly impact your health and performance, and practical tools you can start using immediately to transform workplace anxiety into la...
Sep 18, 2025•45 min
I was recently a guest on Codie’s show, The Big Deal Podcast , and the episode turned out great. Codie generously let us repost that episode here, so all of you get to hear our conversation about negotiation, deal-making, leadership, entrepreneurship — and yes, relationships too. I know you’re going to love it. Without further ado, here’s my guest appearance with Codie Sanchez on The Big Deal Podcast. If you’re ready to start owning businesses, escaping the rat race, and building your future, al...
Sep 15, 2025•1 hr 5 min
Most people fail in negotiations because they don’t prepare, confuse influence with persuasion, or push when they should pull—Giuseppe Conti, the world’s #1 Negotiation Guru, shows you how to avoid these mistakes. Buy the book Negotiation + Influence = Success: Quick Lessons to Help You Win in Corporate Life Connect with Giuseppe Giuseppe's Website Buy the book Negotiation + Influence = Success: Quick Lessons to Help You Win in Corporate Life Link to the book: https://www.amazon.com/Negotiatio...
Sep 11, 2025•1 hr 4 min
Why do we keep ending up in toxic relationships — even when we know better? Buy the book Fawning: Why the Need to Please Makes Us Lose Ourselves--and How to Find Our Way Back In this powerful conversation, Kwame Christian sits down with psychologist and trauma therapist Dr. Ingrid Clayton to explore the hidden reason behind this pattern: the fawning trauma response. Ingrid shares how complex trauma rewires the nervous system, why simply “setting boundaries” often doesn’t work, and how shame ...
Sep 08, 2025•1 hr 10 min
The future of work is here — and it’s neurodivergent. In this powerful conversation, Kwame Christian sits down with disability lawyer and neurodiversity advocate Laura G. Anthony to explore why embracing neurodiversity is no longer optional — it’s a competitive advantage. You’ll discover: Why assumption is the risk when it comes to managing people How neurodiversity shapes communication, conflict resolution, and innovation The real reason some body language cues can be misleading — and how to av...
Sep 04, 2025•44 min
What if your body is sabotaging your negotiation — and you don’t even know it? In this episode, legendary FBI agent and behavioral expert Joe Navarro reveals the subtle cues that expose confidence, weakness, and intent — long before words are spoken. With 25 years in the FBI, Joe shares stories from counterintelligence missions, elite spy-catching operations, and high-stakes negotiations where every movement mattered. You’ll learn: – The nonverbal mistake that ruins deals before they start – How...
Sep 02, 2025•56 min
In this episode, Kwame Christian sits down with Colin M. Fisher , author of The Collective Edge: Unlocking the Secret Power of Groups , to explore the hidden psychology of group dynamics. From the dinner table to the boardroom, every group is a negotiation — balancing individual goals with collective success. You’ll learn: Why adding more brains to a meeting often creates more problems . The “Goldilocks rule” for group size (and why 4–5 people may be perfect). How psychological safety transforms...
Aug 28, 2025•1 hr 5 min
Energy beats strategy — and former Siemens & Alcoa CEO Klaus Kleinfeld reveals the playbook to end burnout, regain focus, and execute at the highest level. In this conversation, Klaus Kleinfeld breaks down why energy management —not tactics—separates elite leaders from exhausted teams. You’ll hear how to turn purpose into a “laser,” control emotions under pressure, win buy‑in without formal authority, and build routines that actually stick when life is chaotic. Connect with Klaus Kleinfeld: ...
Aug 25, 2025•59 min
AI can write, edit, even cast—but it still can’t do what made TV legend Bonnie Hammer unstoppable: read the room . In this candid conversation with Kwame Christian, Bonnie unpacks the human meta‑skill behind great leadership and negotiation—reading people and context in real time—and how it powered her “Blue Skies” era at USA & SYFY ( Monk, Psych, Burn Notice ). She shares why “fake it till you make it” fails (and what to do instead), how to hire for humility and team-first culture, why pres...
Aug 21, 2025•1 hr 1 min
Most people are doing branding completely backwards — and it’s killing their results. In this powerful conversation, global CEO and marketing thought leader Giuseppe Stigliano reveals why everything you thought you knew about branding is wrong, and what to do instead. You’ll discover: Why “pushing” your brand no longer works in today’s saturated market The shift from making people want things to making things people want How to apply marketing principles to your career, relationships, and person...
Aug 18, 2025•44 min
Be nice, be invisible—brand leaders pick a strategic enemy and own the category. Buy the book The Strategic Enemy - How To Build & Position a Brand Worth Fighting For. By Laura Ries In this episode, branding strategist Laura Ries (daughter of positioning pioneer Al Ries ) breaks down why playing it safe kills momentum, how to define a category you can own , and how the psychology of contrast turns brands into movements. We dig into visual hammers, multi-brand vs. line extensions, and the ...
Aug 14, 2025•54 min
Are you tired of saying “yes” when you really want to say “no”? In this episode of Negotiate Anything , host Kwame Christian sits down with life coach and hypnotherapist Amy Green Smith to unpack the hidden costs of people-pleasing—and how to finally break free. Together, they explore the surprising ways emotional intelligence, self-advocacy, and societal expectations shape your ability to negotiate—whether in the office, at home, or in everyday life. Amy reveals the evolutionary roots of people...
Aug 10, 2025•39 min
Everything you've been told about reducing stress is wrong—and it might be making things worse. In this episode, neuroscientist Rebecca Heiss reveals groundbreaking insights about why trying to eliminate stress at work often backfires. You'll learn the science-backed strategy to turn stress into your greatest professional advantage, how your beliefs about stress directly impact your health and performance, and practical tools you can start using immediately to transform workplace anxiety into la...
Aug 07, 2025•43 min
What does it really take to build a $745 million startup from the ground up? Hint: It’s messy, painful, and nothing like the glamorous success stories you’ve heard. In this raw, unfiltered conversation, Kwame Christian sits down with Cas and Mike Lazerow—the entrepreneurial power couple behind the massive success of Golf.com, which they sold to Time Warner for $745 million. But behind the impressive exit lies a story of relentless struggle, countless pivots, and emotional battles most founders n...
Aug 04, 2025•1 hr 9 min
Most people will never learn what you're about to hear... In this one-hour masterclass, Kwame Christian sits down with Mike Inman — the #1 negotiation trainer who has coached over 8,000 B2B negotiations and closed more than $1 billion in deals. Mike shares raw, practical, and battle-tested advice you can use immediately to transform the way you negotiate. No fluff. No theory. Just one straight hour of negotiation strategies that actually work. If you’ve ever wondered how world-class negotiators ...
Jul 31, 2025•1 hr 10 min
