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

How To Approach Different Styles of Negotiators With Paul Bolaji 05.12.2023

Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/ In this episode, Paul Bolaji, a lawyer at Skadden, discusses topics like, removing emotions from negotiations, confronting dishonesty in negotiations (when leaving the negotiation is not an option), and are there negotiation languages? Follow Paul on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in...

Neena Newberry: The Power of Authenticity in Leadership 04.12.2023

Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/ In this episode, host Kwame Christian, Esq., M.A. is joined by Neena Newberry, founder of Newberry Solutions, for an insightful conversation on the power of authenticity and self-awareness in negotiations and leadership. Neena shares her expertise in helping professionals develop their...

How to Build Your Cultural Agility with Paula Caligiuri 03.12.2023

Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/ In this episode, Paula Caligiuri, Author of "Build Your Cultural Agility", Professor at Northeastern University, and CEO of Skiilify, discusses what most misunderstood about culture, the limits of bias training, and cultural competencies we need to be successful. Build Your Cultural Agi...

How To Use Customer Experience Data To Understand People with Sarah Ahern. 02.12.2023

Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/ In this episode, Sarah Ahern, Data Strategist in Supply Chain/Innovation helps us negotiate in the supply chain via a revenue model. How it will affect us in the day-to-day process of decision-making during the pandemic and now a recession, Also, the difficult conversations we need to h...

Leadership vs. Popularity, Insights from Robin Dreeke 01.12.2023

Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/ In this compelling episode of "Negotiate Anything," host Kwame Christian welcomes Robin Dreeke, a former FBI spy recruiter and acclaimed author, to explore the profound nuances of human interaction and trust. Dreeke delves into the fine line between self-centeredness and being others-fo...

From Pleaser to Power: Shifting Dynamics in Relationships with Natalie Lue 30.11.2023

Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/ In this episode, Natalie Lue, Relationship Expert, Author, Speaker and Podcaster, discusses how to know your people pleasing, how empowering it can be to overcome it, and some strategies to overcome it. Follow Natalie on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/natalie-lue-125547174/ Reques...

Changing your Energy: Kimberly Spencer's Strategies for Transforming Difficult Conversations 29.11.2023

Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/ In this episode of Negotiate Anything, host Kwame Christian welcomes guest Kimberly Spencer, founder of Crown Yourself coaching company and Communication Queens Agency. Kimberly shares her expertise on the power of negotiation and communication, emphasizing the importance of self-awaren...

How to Improve Your Relationships in Your Difficult Conversations with Dre Baldwin 28.11.2023

Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/ In this episode, Dre Baldwin, Creator of "Work On Your Game", Author, Pro Athlete & Mental Toughness Coach, discusses how to improve relationships even in the heat of a difficult conversation. DreAllDay Website https://dreallday.com/ Dre's 29 Books https://workonyourgame.com/work-on-you...

Mastering the Art of Storytelling: Insights from John Moore, the LinkedIn Communication Guru 27.11.2023

Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshop In this episode of Negotiate Anything, host Kwame Christian welcomes guest John Moore, a senior representative of Techbank, to discuss the power of storytelling in communication. John shares his expertise in building a digital footprint and engaging with the audience through compelling st...

How to Negotiate, Sell and Market your Business Effectively with Greg Scott 26.11.2023

Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/ Are you finding it difficult to negotiate, sell or market your business? You're not alone. Many people feel this way. But the good news is that with the right skills-set, you can overcome any challenge. In this episode, Greg Scott, Co-Director at the Ralph and Luci Schey Sales Centre at...

You Have More Influence Than You Think With Vanessa Bohns 25.11.2023

Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/ If you’ve ever felt ineffective, invisible, or inarticulate, chances are you weren’t actually any of those things. Those feelings may instead have been the result of a lack of awareness we all seem to have for how our words, actions, and even our mere presence affect other people. In Yo...

Mastering Self-Control in Difficult Conversation - LinkedIn Live Event 24.11.2023

Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/ In this interactive session, we will explore three crucial reasons why self-control is a game-changer in negotiations: 1. Better Decision-Making: Learn how self-control can help you make more informed and rational decisions, leading to favorable outcomes. 2. Building Strong Relationship...

The Art of Dealing with Crisis: A Talk with Gary Noesner 23.11.2023

Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/ You'll learn how to: Make use of time, financial security, and health. Make criminals spill the beans. Communicate to get what you want. We discuss: The most underrated quality of a negotiator. The true essence of communication. What pays long-term dividends in negotiations. Follow Gary...

Turning Conflict into Connection with Natalie Garramone 22.11.2023

Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/ In this engaging episode, Natalie Garramone delves into the depths of ego, conflict avoidance, and the imperative need for de-escalation techniques. Kwame and Natalie highlight the role of empathy, self-restraint, and how conflict resolution can create a harmonious workplace culture. Na...

Making Authentic Connections in Negotiations With Kate Philpot 21.11.2023

Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/ In this episode, Kate Philpot, Global Senior Director, ERG Co-Chair, Committee Secretary of Black Women in Tech, and (Thank God! her 4th and last title) School Governor, talks about connecting authentically in a post-pandemic work world. You'll Learn:  Connecting authentically post-pand...

Mastering Confidence with Nick Glimsdahl 20.11.2023

Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/ In this enlightening episode of Negotiate Anything, host Kwame Christian sits down with guest Nick Glimsdahl, creator of the podcast "Press 1 for Nick," to discuss the importance of confidence and trust in difficult conversations. Nick shares his insights on the value of confidence and...

Navigating Generational Friction at Work With Chris DeSantis 19.11.2023

Order Now The Book: Why I Find You Irritating: Navigating Generational Friction at Work https://amplifypublishinggroup.com/product/nonfiction/business-and-finance/leadership-and-management/why-i-find-you-irritating-navigating-generational-friction-at-work/ Are your colleagues in distinctly different age groups? Are you sometimes baffled or frustrated by their decisions and behaviors? You are not a...

The Power of Balance in Negotiations With C. Ryan Jones. 18.11.2023

Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/ In this episode, C. Ryan Jones, Regional Enterprise Sales Sr. Director at Microsoft, discusses how to maintain the balance of power in negotiations and conflict resolution. At the end of this episode you will be able to: 1. Remain calm in a negotiation 2. How to dis-arm your opponent 3....

Negotiating Reality: Bridging the Gap When Facts Differ. LinkedIn Live Event 17.11.2023

Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/ In any negotiation or challenging conversation, establishing a common ground based on facts is crucial. But what happens when those very facts are the point of contention? Whether it's a business negotiation, a tough talk with colleagues, leaders, family, or friends, differing perceptio...

Recognizing Trigger Points in Sales and Negotiations with Scott Harvey-Lewis, PE. 16.11.2023

Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/ In this episode, Scott Harvey-Lewis, PE, Owner, and President of Building Mavens, discusses how to counter trigger points when having difficult conversations such as negotiations and sales.  You'll learn how to: 1. Navigate triggers during sales and negotiations 2. How to read their bod...

How to Negotiate When Negotiating Makes You Nervous: Insights with Moshe Cohen 15.11.2023

Buy the critically acclaimed book: Collywobbles: How to Negotiate When Negotiating Makes You Nervous: https://www.amazon.com/Collywobbles-Negotiate-Negotiating-Makes-Nervous/dp/1735260002/ref=sr_1_1?qid=1595533760&sr=8-1 Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/ In this eye-opening episode of Negotiate Anything, join us as we s...

How to Negotiate for the Good of Your Community With Chris Baker CFRE 14.11.2023

Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/ Chris, President, and CEO of Delaware County Foundation is a professional negotiator and he's going to teach you how to get what you want without sacrificing relationships or damaging your reputation. You'll learn how to have difficult conversations with ease and grace. Follow Chris Bak...

The Power of Psychological Flexibility in Negotiations with Steven C. Hayes 13.11.2023

Buy Now: A Liberated Mind: How to Pivot Toward What Matters by Steven C. Hayes: https://www.amazon.com/A-Liberated-Mind-Steven-C-Hayes-audiobook/dp/B07W6QYH5X/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=a+liberated+mind&qid=1598967653&sr=8-1 Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/ Dive deep into the world of negotiation with this episode fe...

Overcoming Fear and Doubt: Getting Comfortable With the Uncomfortable with Victoria Pynchon 12.11.2023

Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/ In this episode, Vickie Pynchon, Negotiation Consultant and Author, discusses overcoming fear and doubt. She Negotiates https://www.shenegotiates.com/ The Grownups' ABCs of Conflict Resolution https://www.amazon.com/Grownups-ABCs-Conflict-Resolution/dp/0615831729 Success as a Mediator f...

Tools and Strategies for Confronting Bosses and Speaking in Meetings - Reverse Interview by Tari Murwira 11.11.2023

Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/ In this reverse-role interview, Tari Murwira, Founder of The Ellevate Hub, asks Kwame about how to improve our negotiation skills.  Follow Tari on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/tariromurwira/ The Ellevate Hub https://www.linkedin.com/in/tariromurwira/ Contact ANI Request A Custom...

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