Kwame Christian Esq., M.A.

Big Swings Only

Playing it safe is easy. It’s comfortable. And it will never take you to the next level. If you’ve got what it takes to hit the ball out of the park, the only thing holding you back is whether you’re brave enough to take a big swing. Big Swings Only is for people who were meant for more — the ones done playing by rules that were never built for them. Hosted by Kwame Christian, each week brings you the real stories of people who fought their fear, went after the life they actually wanted, and became who they had to become to get it. The psychology behind the swing. The strategy behind the risk....

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Kwame Christian Esq., M.A.

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Business

Latest episode

Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

Yes, You Can and Should Negotiate - A 'Let's Talk Offline' Episode 10.12.2024

Getting a job offer feels like crossing a finish line… but you can’t let off the gas just yet. Because there’s still one critical part of the process left: the negotiation. You know your worth and want to get paid fairly, so how can you make the best case for yourself — without turning into a sweaty, nervous mess? We’re talking with negotiation expert Mori Taheripour about what strategies you can...

Jamé Jackson: The Power of Authenticity in Negotiation 09.12.2024

In this inspiring episode of "Negotiate Anything," host Kwame Christian, Esq., M.A., is joined by the multifaceted Jamé Jackson to discuss the pivotal role of authenticity in negotiations and professional settings. They delve into the power of visualization and dreaming in shaping one's reality, along with the readiness required to seize significant opportunities. Kwame and Jamé emphasize the impo...

Reverse Interview: How to Confidently and Compassionately Negotiate with Melina Palmer and Kwame Christian 08.12.2024

Want to share your thoughts? Fill out our listener form Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company In this episode, Melina Palmer, The Brainy Business podcast host, Author, Consultant, and Keynote speaker reverse interviews Kwame Christian on the Compassionate Curiosity Framework. The Brainy Business Follow Melina on LinkedIn Contact ANI Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company Follow Kw...

Combining Aggressive and Collaborative Techniques with Seth Freeman 07.12.2024

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 sits down with negotiation expert Seth Freeman to explore practical tools that can significantly enhance your negotiation skills. Drawing from his rich experience as a professor at NYU Stern and Columbia University, Seth discusses comb...

Reverse Interview: Redefining Negotiation Through Curiosity Kwame Christian with Nicholas Brazzi 06.12.2024

Want to share your thoughts? Fill out our listener form Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company Join Kwame Christian on this insightful episode of "Negotiate Anything" as he welcomes Nick Brazzi, LinkedIn Learning Senior Staff Instructor, for a deep dive into effective feedback, conflict resolution, and strategic team building. Kwame and Nick explore frameworks and techniques to navigate wo...

[Part 2] Reverse Interview: The Secret to Tactical Trust in Negotiations with Kwame Christian and Jannies Burlingame 05.12.2024

Want to share your thoughts? Fill out our listener form Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company In this reverse interview [Part 2] Kwame shares his journey from law school to becoming a negotiation expert, emphasizing how a positive relationship mindset and trust can influence negotiation outcomes. The duo discusses cultural variations, emotional intelligence, and the adaptability necessary...

[Part 1] Reverse Interview: The Psychology Behind Successful Negotiations with Kwame Christian and Jannies Burlingame 04.12.2024

Want to share your thoughts? Fill out our listener form Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company Join host Kwame Christian and special guest Jannies Burlingame in this reverse interview of Negotiate Anything. Kwame shares his personal journey in learning to be vulnerable at home and the positive impact it has had on his relationship with his wife, Whitney. The episode delves into the role of...

Dr. Judith Orloff: The Hidden Power of Empathy in Business 03.12.2024

Want to share your thoughts? Fill out our listener form Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company In this insightful episode of Negotiate Anything, host Kwame Christian, Esq., M.A., sits down with renowned psychiatrist Dr. Judith Orloff to delve into the powerful role of empathy in negotiation and leadership. Dr. Orloff shares her unique perspective on combining traditional medical knowledge...

Mastering the Mindset for Negotiation Success with Michael Mcgovern 02.12.2024

Want to share your thoughts? Fill out our listener form Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company In this enlightening episode of Negotiate Anything, Kwame Christian welcomes back Michael McGovern, owner and founder of Columbus Roofing Company and co-host of The Reckless CEO podcast. Four years since his last appearance, McGovern shares profound insights on universal consciousness, self-disco...

Jewel Love's 100% Formula and Networking Strategies 01.12.2024

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 welcomes Jewel Love to discuss transformative strategies for professional success in the corporate world. Jewel delves into the exclusive nature of corporate environments, emphasizing the critical role of networking in gaini...

Ed Brodow: The Dangers of Being Too Agreeable in Negotiations 30.11.2024

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 renowned negotiation expert Ed Brodow to explore powerful strategies for mastering any deal. Drawing from his extensive experience and bestselling book, Negotiation Boot Camp, Ed emphasizes the imp...

Manu Kapur on Embracing Failure to Enhance Your Negotiation Tactics 29.11.2024

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, Esq., M.A. sits down with Manu Kapur, a professor of learning sciences and higher education at ETH Zurich in Switzerland. Manu delves into his groundbreaking research on productive failure, a concept that encourages the intentional desi...

Suzanne de Janasz: How Addressing Small Conflicts Can Prevent Big Frustrations 28.11.2024

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 and guest expert Dr. Suzanne de Janasz delve into advanced negotiation tactics and the importance of self-awareness in conversation. They decode the subtle challenges of gender dynamics in negotiations and offer insights i...

Mark Matson: How to Invest Your Time, Energy, and Money to Create an Extraordinary Life 27.11.2024

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 sits down with Mark Matson, an accomplished author and money manager, to explore the intersection of financial strategies, the American Dream, and the essential nature of purpose in negotiations and life. Matson shares his jou...

Overcoming Impossible with Robert Irvine - Learn to Lead, Build a Team, and Catapult Your Business to Success 26.11.2024

Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company In this insightful episode of "Negotiate Anything," host Kwame Christian is joined by world-class chef, entrepreneur, and philanthropist, Robert Irvine. Known for his transformative work on "Restaurant Impossible," Irvine dives deep into his entrepreneurial journey, sharing invaluable strategies on managing a vast business empire and nurturing communi...

The role of self-awareness in negotiation success with Linzy Elizabeth 25.11.2024

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, Esq., M.A., engages in a thought-provoking conversation with executive coach Linzy Elizabeth about the powerful concept of embracing the "You Factor" for successful conversations. Linzy shares her unique approach to negotiation, empha...

Master the Art of Selling: Top Strategies from Sales Negotiation Experts 24.11.2024

Want to share your thoughts? Fill out our listener form Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company Ready to elevate your sales game? This highlight reel brings together the best insights from top sales experts to help you close deals with confidence and finesse. Featuring Kim Orlesky on maximizing sales negotiations, Greg Scott on building the ultimate sales skill set, and proven strategies to...

Breaking Barriers in Creativity and Negotiation with Todd Kashdan 23.11.2024

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, Esq., M.A., sits down with Todd Kashdan to explore innovative strategies for fostering creativity and effective communication in negotiation settings. They delve into the complexities of personality differences and how they impact team...

How Ivna Curi Transforms Fear into Assertive Confidence 22.11.2024

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 welcomes Ivna Curi to discuss the art of assertive communication in negotiations. Overcoming numerous setbacks, the duo dives deep into the core of being assertive without losing warmth, an essential skill for both persona...

Joshua Weiss: Embracing Failure – Negotiation's Secret Weapon 21.11.2024

Order the book "Getting Back to the Table" by Joshua Weiss 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 speaks with Joshua Weiss, an expert in leadership, negotiation, and conflict resolution. Joshua Weiss introduces his latest book, "Getting Back to the Table," which de...

Jennifer Zador: Staying Cool Under Pressure is a Game-Changer 20.11.2024

Want to share your thoughts? Fill out our listener form Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company Join us for an insightful episode of "Negotiate Anything" with host Kwame Christian and guest Jennifer Zador, General Counsel at PlanSource. Jennifer shares her unique experiences navigating high-stakes negotiations during cybersecurity crises, including the infamous SolarWinds incident. She prov...

Turning Adversity into Opportunity: Negotiation Insights from Andy Newton 19.11.2024

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 sits down with Andy Newton to explore the nuances of negotiating through challenging situations. From emphasizing the importance of mental clarity to fostering strong organizational relationships akin to family, Andy shares hi...

Dr. Frank L Douglas: Equity in Action for Effective Negotiations 18.11.2024

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 Dr. Frank L Douglas to delve into the practical methodologies for addressing cultural inclusion and equity within organizations. Dr. Douglas shares his journey from Guyana to becoming a leading ex...

Grande Lum: How a Simple Boycott Transformed Birmingham Forever 17.11.2024

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 Grande Lum, a seasoned mediator and author, to explore the history and importance of mediation in America. Grande Lum, who has held influential roles at the Department of Justice and various acade...

John Moore: How Over-Professionalism Can Kill Your Influence 16.11.2024

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 John Moore, a renowned LinkedIn communication guru, to delve into the intricacies of mastering storytelling as a powerful negotiation tactic. John shares his replicable model for creating engagi...

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