Synopsis
Negotiate Anything is the top ranked negotiation podcast. In this podcast, youll discover how to make difficult conversations easier while getting more of what you want in the process. You'll hear interviews from successful business professionals and thought leaders and discover how they use these skills to advance their businesses and careers. In our sparring sessions, I go head-to-head with our guests in a mock negotiation to give the audience an example of how these techniques can be implemented when dealing with difficult people. We don't just talk about what works, we talk about why it works by uncovering the psychological principles that undergird these techniques. The podcast is as fun as it is informative. Our goal is to increase the competence and confidence of our listeners to empower them to get what they want and deserve out of life, both personally and professionally. (Formerly Negotiation for Entrepreneurs)Keywords: negotiation, negotiate, persuasion, influence, leadership, psychology, sales, compassionate curiosity, mindful, mindfulness, emotions, self awareness, emotional intelligence, career, interviews, informational interviews, job search, job readiness, networking, discounts, conflict, difficult people, psychology, emotion, emotions, argue, argument, debate, negotiation, negotiate, influence, persuasion, leadership, entrepreneurship, small business, salary, sales, law, lawyer, law school, mba, human resources, HR, employee, employees,
Episodes
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Patricia Haywood: Balance and Authenticity in Tough Negotiations
03/01/2024 Duration: 33minRequest A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/ In this compelling episode of "Negotiate Anything," host Kwame Christian sits down with construction lawyer Patricia Haywood to unravel the complexity of negotiations in the construction industry. Patricia shares the transformative power of bringing authenticity and a service-focused mindset to the negotiation table, reflecting on her own journey of integrating biblical principles into her strategies. Her insights delve into the benefits of human-led negotiations, creating balanced contracts, and fostering a non-adversarial atmosphere. Listeners will discover how Patricia's unique approach reshapes the traditionally aggressive negotiation landscape in construction. You'll Learn: - How to maintain genuineness in high-stakes negotiation scenarios - The importance of understanding the broader purpose behind negotiations for successful agreements - Effective ways to counteract adversarial relationsh
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How To Counter With Difficult People in Negotiation With John Dieffenbach
02/01/2024 Duration: 45minRequest A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/ In this episode, John Dieffenbach, The Sherlock of Negotiations, A 30+ year veteran at Ernst and Young (EY), shares his best kept secrets on how to negotiate like a pro. You'll learn: Experience is your best weapon. Challenges with internal and external people. Awareness of the science of emotion. Elements to look for. We discuss: Changes over the last decade. Science of Psychology. ZOPA- Zone Of Possible Agreements. Your reputation starts the negotiation even before you enter the room. Be careful what you put on social media, people can research you. How to level the playing field with a difficult opponent. Find the key drivers of negotiation. How to influence your opponent. Follow John Dieffenbach on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-dieffenbach-00a2861/ Running The Room website https://runningtheroom.com/ Psychology, Society and the Development of the Adversarial Post
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How To Have Difficult Conversations For The Good of Your Community With Michael Corey
01/01/2024 Duration: 42minRequest A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/ In this episode, Michael Corey, Executive Director at the Human Service Chamber of Franklin County, discusses how to help your community by having difficult conversations. Follow Michael on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/mlcorey1982/ 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=1 Click 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&k
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Negotiating In Cross-Cultural Contexts With Aramide Fields
31/12/2023 Duration: 37minRequest A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/ In this episode, Aramide Fields, Member of The Executive Committee Member for Women In Law Japan, women of color living in japan, discusses how to successfully face cross-cultural negotiations with authenticity and confidence. We'll see how showing up as you are and breaking the mold can be a superpower We'll learn : 1) The importance of understanding the context you’re in 2) Identify and lean into your strengths (Collaboration and adaptability/comfort with ambiguity are key) 3)Advantages of being a unicorn. Japanese Rap: DJ KEN WATANABE - MY TURN feat. Y'S & ¥ELLOW BUCKS Follow Aramide on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aramide-fields/ 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 Con
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Negotiating Better Business Outcomes With Nicole Davidson
30/12/2023 Duration: 32minRequest A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/ In this episode, Nicole Davidson, Winner of the Australian Law Awards in 2022, Business Peacekeeper, Commercial Mediator (NMAS), and host of the podcast "Negotiation in Real Life," discusses how to have difficult conversations in business. You'll learn: Better business negotiation outcomes. From being stuck to progress in disputes. Ask better questions. We discuss: Coaching you to get your resolution. Thought process that gets you what you want, mostly not always. How mediation benefits in our own lives. The 2 questions you must always ask at the end of every negotiation for further developing your skills. Follow Nicole Davidson on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicole-davidson-negotiation/ Nicole Davidson Negotiation website https://www.nicoledavidsonnegotiation.com.au/ Nicole Davidson Negotiation LinkedIn page https://www.linkedin.com/company/nicoledavidsonnegotiation/ Nicole
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Techniques to Maintain Control Of Your Emotions with Joan Kling, MSEL, PCC
29/12/2023 Duration: 28minRequest A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/ Today's guest is Joan Kling, Mental Fitness Coach. Kling shares her tips for staying calm under pressure and managing your emotions during difficult conversations. She also discusses the importance of confidence and how to build up your self-esteem. If you're looking to improve your performance in any area of life, this episode is definitely worth a listen! Tune in now! In this episode you'll learn: How to retrain your brain to stay calm during negotiations Simple steps to shift from Self-Sabotage to Self-Mastery. Using Positive Intelligence to get what you want in Negotiations Follow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kwamechristian/ Follow Joan Kling on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/joankling/ The Ultimate Negotiation Guide: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/guides/ultimate-negotiation-guide/ Click here to buy your copy of How To Have Difficult
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The Art And Science of Listening With Oscar Trimboli
28/12/2023 Duration: 01h20sRequest A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/ In this episode, Oscar Trimboli, Author, Professional Speaker, Apple Award-winning Podcast Host, talks about how to listen, really. You'll learn about: Your listening compass. 15%-75% reduction in meeting time if you listen correctly. A dirty little hack. We discuss: Colors of listening. A case study in listening. The right questions to ask. Follow Oscar Trimboli on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/oscartrimboli/ How To Listen: https://www.oscartrimboli.com/howtolisten Listening Quiz: https://www.oscartrimboli.com/listeningquiz/ The Marketing Academy LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/school/the-marketing-academy/ The Marketing Academy website: https://themarketingacademy.org/ Follow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kwamechristian/ The Ultimate Negotiation Guide: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/guides/ultimate-negotiation-guide/ Cli
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What Your Employees Need and Can't Tell You With Melina Palmer
27/12/2023 Duration: 29minRequest A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/ Most employees want to do a good job but they don't always know how to tell you what they need. In this episode, Melina Palmer Applied Behaviour Economist, author, and host of the podcast The Brainy Business explains the things your employees need from you that they can't always tell you. She also provides tips on how to break down barriers to change and create micro-habits that will help your team succeed. Follow Melina Palmer on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/melinapalmer/ The Brainy Business https://www.linkedin.com/in/melinapalmer/ Buy The Book "What Your Employees Need and Can't Tell You" https://www.amazon.com/What-Your-Employees-Need-Cant/dp/1684810159/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3RMOZEWCPA28U&keywords=What+Your+Employees+Need+And+Can%27t+Tell+You&qid=1657648765&sprefix=%2Caps%2C325&sr=8-1 Buy The Book "What Your Customer Wants and Can’t Tell You" https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0978GSMZ8/
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Lessons Learned from Real Estate Negotiations with Doug Owens
26/12/2023 Duration: 57minRequest A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/ In this episode, Real Estate Strategist, Doug Owens discusses the lessons he's learned from real estate negotiations. He covers topics such as understanding your own motivations, conflict resolution, and self-awareness. By understanding these concepts, you can improve your chances of success when negotiating in any area of life. Follow Doug Owens on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/coach-dougowens/ Real Simple Estate Success Youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHEncQFIgpYfPVlYewdDMw/featured Contact ANI Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/ 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!: http
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What is Cultural Intelligence? Brian Calabro's Insight
25/12/2023 Duration: 39minRequest A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/ In this episode, Brian discusses how our upbringing and where we have lived can shape our opinions about things. You'll learn as we discuss: -What is Cultural Intelligence -Differences in business conduct are based on our culture. -The importance of self-awareness. -Pause and take the emotional temperature of the room before any negotiation. Follow Brian Calabro on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-calabro-a5ba4414/ TC Transcontinental Packaging LinkedIn page https://www.linkedin.com/company/tctranscontinentalpackaging/ TC Transcontinental website https://tctranscontinental.com/en-us/contact-us/packaging/contact?utm_medium=LinkedIn&utm_source=mail_campaign=LinkedInProfile 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 y
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The Happiness Formula With David Meltzer
24/12/2023 Duration: 30minRequest A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/ In this episode, David Meltzer, Co-Founder of Sports 1 Marketing, Consultant and Business Coach, Keynote Speaker, and 3x Best selling author, talks about the size, scope, and scale of the audience. You'll learn: How to build a community. Why is doing something simple so hard. The frequency of the people who want to help you. We discuss: How consistency helps you build a community. What is frequency in the business world? 5 levels of understanding. What you pay attention to grows. Follow David Meltzer on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidmeltzer2/ David Meltzer Enterprises, LinkedIn page https://www.linkedin.com/company/david-meltzer-enterprises-dme/ David Meltzer website https://dmeltzer.com/ Follow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kwamechristian/ The Ultimate Negotiation Guide: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/guides/ultimate-negotiation
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The Importance of Persistence and Problem Solving in Negotiation Cases With Joshua Weiss
23/12/2023 Duration: 35minRequest A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/ In this episode, Joshua Weiss, President of Negotiation Works, Inc., Negotiation Expert, and Author discusses the power of stories, common myths of negotiation, and the combination of persistence and problem-solving as the key to most negotiation cases. Joshua's Book: The Book of Real-World Negotiations: Successful Strategies From Business, Government, and Daily Life https://www.amazon.com/Unlocking-Yes-Joshua-Weiss/dp/1119616190 Joshua's website https://cms.megaphone.fm/organizations/8617d50c-f5f4-11e9-8927-ab3d1cee06cc/podcasts/17f9602a-ee8c-11ec-92bf-d711c1f4acfb/episodes/9319a076-ee8c-11ec-9f0a-9fefd5778c1e/www.joshuanweiss.com Contact ANI Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/ Follow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kwamechristian/ The Ultimate Negotiation Guide: https://www.americannegotia
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Innovative Workspaces that Connect People From All Walks of Life With Steve McConnell
22/12/2023 Duration: 35minRequest A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/ In this episode, Steve McConnell, Managing Director of NBBJ, an International Design Firm, discusses how to have difficult conversations about purpose-driven organizations. You'll learn: How values guide and orient our decisions. The value of building trust. What people forget when building trust. We discuss: A framework for getting the best out of people. Obstacles in building trust. Interpersonal development. Follow Steve McConnell on LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-mcconnell-faia/ NBBJ Design Company LinkedIn page: http://www.linkedin.com/company/nbbjdesign/ NBBJ website: https://www.nbbj.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!: http
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How and When to Say No with Regan Walsh
21/12/2023 Duration: 18minSometimes we're so obsessed with getting to yes that we forget that no is often the right answer. In this episode Regan shows us how and when to say no. Regan's Website (reganwalsh.com) Contact ANI Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/ 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=1 Click 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=16673
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The Promise of Progress: Moving Beyond Perfectionism with Monica Packer
20/12/2023 Duration: 36minRequest A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/ In this episode, Monica Packer, a self-recovering Perfectionist, talks about the benefits of not being one. You'll learn: The Perfection model relies on an all or nothing model. The Progression model relies on you doing something. How you'll feel liberated once you let go of perfectionism. We discuss: Your identity is not based upon your outcome./ How to overcome identity crisis. Benefits of non-perfectionism. Let go of control to gain more. Follow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kwamechristian/ About Progress Podcast: https://aboutprogress.com/podcast-archives/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/aboutprogress/ About Progress website:https://aboutprogress.com/ Free class for women on habit formation: https://workinprogressacademy.mykajabi.com/women-habits-class The Ultimate Negotiation Guide: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/guides/ultimate-negotiat
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Curiosity and Empathy: The Heart of Humanized Negotiations with Daniel Oppong
19/12/2023 Duration: 28minRequest A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/ In this episode, Daniel Oppong, Founder at The Courage Collective, Boundless, and OhanaHealth, discusses how to have difficult conversations about humanizing interactions so that they are not binary. You'll learn how to: Be anti-binary Add a human touch to every conversation Have diversity and inclusivity in any organization We discuss: How to align our values Use empathy and curiosity in negotiations The current state of DEI Follow Daniel Oppong on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-oppong/ The Courage Collective Co. LinkedIn page https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-courage-collective-co/ The Courage Collective website https://thecouragecollective.co/ Boundless LinkedIn page https://www.linkedin.com/company/boundless-fellows/ Boundless website https://boundlessfellows.co/ Ohana Health LinkedIn page https://www.linkedin.com/company/ohanahealth/ OhanaHealth website https://ww
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How to regulate emotions: Dan Webb Howard interviews Kwame Christian.
18/12/2023 Duration: 58minIn this special episode, Dan Webb Howard, Professor of Negotiations and Business Law, at University of Oregon has the privilege to interview Kwame Christian. You'll learn as we discuss: In a negotiation, is it a good idea to ask about someone's emotional state? How to regulate emotions. When a client accepts he is wrong, how to proceed without losing bargaining power? How to accept responsibility without creating problems down the line. Honesty is the best policy. How to avoid compromising when you are a people pleaser. Making decisions under pressure. How to negotiate with a tough opponent. Salary negotiations. How to match your style of negotiation with theirs. Follow Dan Webb Howard on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-webb-howard-b6151721/ University of Oregon website https://www.linkedin.com/school/university-of-oregon/ Podcast Episodes Mentioned By Kwame How to Set Boundaries and Improve Self Worth With Natalie Lue https://podcasts.apple.com/cy/podcast/how-to-set-boundaries-and-i
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Million Dollar Negotiation Advice from Real-Estate & Business Mogul Ryan Serhant
17/12/2023 Duration: 27minRequest A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/ Want to close more deals in your negotiations? Ryan Serhant, star of Million Dollar Listing and author of Sell It Like Serhant, redefines sales and negotiation for you. Listen to this episode now for tips that will help you seal the deal every time. In this episode, you'll learn: -How to identify different types of buyers and apply the 3 Ps of making deals -A new perspective on what negotiation actually means. -The 3 Fs to get to yes on negotiation Follow Ryan on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanserhant/ Enroll now: Sell it Like Serhant Courses https://ryanserhant.com/sellitlikeserhant/ https://ryanserhant.com/sellitlikeserhant/ https://ryanserhant.com/sellitlikeserhant/ Watch The Course Trailer https://ryanserhant.com/core-course/?utm_campaign=ryanserhantcom-redirect&utm_content=Join-Level-2-button&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=redirect https://ryanserhant.com/core-course/?utm_c
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Busting Myths About Salary Negotiations with Kelli Thompson
16/12/2023 Duration: 29minRequest A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/ In this episode, Kelli Rae Thompson, Leadership & Career Coach, Keynote Speaker, and Author, discusses how to have difficult conversations about salary. You'll learn how to: Get your name in the room where decisions are being made. Ease the struggles of money talks. Build your confidence in asking for a raise and more. We discuss: Asking beyond a pay raise; ie. flexibility, diversity etc. Busting salary negotiation myths. Dangers of poor negotiations. Eliminating the fear of an offer being revoked. Follow Kelli Rae Thompson on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelliraethompson/ Kelli Rae Thompson website https://www.kelliraethompson.com/privatecoaching Kelli Rae Thompson LinkedIn page https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelliraethompson/ Kelli's Book webpage https://www.kelliraethompson.com/book Buy Kelli's Book on Amazon: "Closing The Confidence Gap." https://www.amazon.com/Closing-Confi
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Embracing Emotional Intelligence in Negotiation with Tony Anagor
15/12/2023 Duration: 40minRequest A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/ In this enlightening episode of "Negotiate Anything," host Kwame Christian, Esq., M.A., sits down with negotiation enthusiast Tony Anagor to dissect the often-misunderstood art of negotiation. From discussing the deeply ingrained perceptions to the transformative power of emotionally intelligent negotiation strategies, Kwame and Tony challenge listeners to reframe their approach to these crucial conversations. Tony shares his personal journey from dealing with childhood trauma to becoming a communication maestro, revealing the seven principles of effective negotiation. Throughout the episode, they emphasize the impact of these techniques not only in the corporate world but in personal life as well. You will learn: - How to apply the seven principles of emotionally intelligent negotiation in various scenarios - The significance of negotiation skills in enhancing both professional and personal rela