The 3 Skills Every Great Negotiator Has (And Most People Ignore) - Reverse Interview
May 28, 2025•39 min
Episode description
Negotiation isn’t just a skill — it’s a life-changing mindset.
In this special crossover episode, negotiation expert Kwame Christian joins Mike Lander of Higgle to reveal how he went from avoiding conflict to teaching millions how to navigate it. You’ll hear the story behind his rise as a globally recognized voice on negotiation, the neuroscience that explains why most conversations go wrong, and the three skills that every top negotiator shares.
Whether you’re closing a deal or setting a boundary at home, Kwame’s Compassionate Curiosity framework will help you manage your emotions, build trust fast, and lead tough conversations with confidence.
You’ll learn:
What the “amygdala hijack” is — and how to stop it
How to use AI roleplay to rehearse high-stakes conversations
Why tone is more persuasive than tactics
The 3-core skill model every negotiator should master
How trust (not technique) drives long-term success
If you’ve ever struggled to be assertive, this is your roadmap to becoming a confident communicator in work and in life.
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