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

Mastering Collaboration with Azul Terronez 16.08.2022

Welcome to an ANI Throwback Episode! In these episodes, we reintroduce you to some of our most popular episodes. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Follow Kwame on LinkedIn

The Art of Negotiation: Chit-Chat Between Two Negotiation experts, Mikkel Gudsøe and Kwame Christian 15.08.2022

Click here to buy your copy of How To Have Difficult Conversations About Race! In this video, two negotiation experts discuss a range of interesting topics about the art of negotiation. Kwame Akosah and Mikkel Gudsøe share their thoughts on how to get what you want in any deal and explain the different tactics that can be used to achieve success. Whether you're just starting out in your career or...

The Art of Negotiating with Yourself with Brooke Tomasetti 12.08.2022

Click here to buy your copy of How To Have Difficult Conversations About Race! In this episode, Brooke Tomasetti, Director of Financial Education and Community at Carbon Collective, discusses the importance of self-awareness in difficult negotiations. She argues that if we can understand our own motivations and drivers, we are better placed to achieve success in any negotiation. Money Life Mentor...

Win More in Sales Using These Negotiation Techniques with Marx Rubino 11.08.2022

Welcome to an ANI Throwback Episode! In these episodes, we reintroduce you to some of our most popular episodes. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Follow Kwame on LinkedIn

How to Connect with your Audience through Visual Content with Vernon Foster II 10.08.2022

Click here to buy your copy of How To Have Difficult Conversations About Race! In this episode, Vernon Foster II explains how to connect with your audience through visual content. By creating interesting and engaging visuals, you can build better relationships with your customers and clients. Vernon also shares some tips on how to create great content for your business. Visible Demand  Follow Vern...

Let's Make a Deal: How to Negotiate With Investors with Chris Hutchins 09.08.2022

In this episode, Chris Hutchins, Life Hacker, Product Builder and Podcast Host, discusses the keys to negotiating in the investment world. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Chris's Website All the Hacks Podcast Follow Kwame on LinkedIn Kwame Christian with Chris Hutchins

How to Avoid Salary Negotiation Mistakes With Kate Dixon 08.08.2022

Click here to buy your copy of How To Have Difficult Conversations About Race! Are you about to negotiate your salary?  Listen to this episode first. Salary negotiation can be tricky, but with the right advice, you can avoid making costly mistakes.  In this video Salary Negotiation Coach, Kate Dixon shares her top tips for negotiating your salary and avoiding common traps. katedixon.org Follow Kat...

How to Sell With Noble Purpose with Lisa McLeod 05.08.2022

Click here to buy your copy of How To Have Difficult Conversations About Race! You don't have to be a shark to sell. In fact, Lisa Earle McLeod says you can sell more effectively if you put others' interests first and operate with what she calls "Noble Purpose." Listen to this episode to learn how to sell with Noble Purpose, and see how it can help your sales team close bigger deals. Buy The Book:...

Practical Tools to Handle Your Toughest Difficult Conversations with Din Jenkins 04.08.2022

Click here to buy your copy of How To Have Difficult Conversations About Race! Welcome to an ANI Throwback Episode! In these episodes, we reintroduce you to some of our most popular episodes. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Follow Kwame on LinkedIn

Technology That Combats Technology Dependence With Joey Odom 03.08.2022

Click here to buy your copy of How To Have Difficult Conversations About Race! In this episode, Joey Odom, Co-Founder at Aro, discusses people's relationship with their phones. How to negotiate with your parents to get you one ARO and how to navigate the difficult conversations that may arise in the process. Buy your copy of Kwame's new book, How To Have Difficult Conversations About Race! Request...

The 3 Best Practices for Redlining Contracts With Nada Alnajafi 02.08.2022

Click here to buy your copy of How To Have Difficult Conversations About Race! In this episode, Nada Alnajafi, award-winning attorney and founder of Contract Nerds, discusses three rules to follow while redlining contracts. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Contract Nerds Website: http://www.contractnerds.com (Subscribe for a weekly newsletter...

SPARRING SESSION: How to Have Difficult Conversations With People Who are Constantly Interrupting You With Nancy Medoff 01.08.2022

In this sparring session, Kwame and Nancy will create a situation where somebody is constantly interrupting, thus making the negotiation even tougher.  Nancy Medoff Listen to Unmute Yourself - The Podcast Buy the Book: Unmute Yourself: Speak Up to Stand Out Book a call with Nancy Follow Nancy on LinkedIn  Follow Kwame on LinkedIn Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 1...

The 3 Principles of Persuasive Communication With Nancy Medoff 29.07.2022

In this episode, Nancy Medoff discussed diverse topics, how to overcome conversation gender bias, how women are hardwired to be better negotiators and the three principles of persuasive communication. Nancy Medoff Listen to Unmute Yourself - The Podcast Buy the Book: Unmute Yourself: Speak Up to Stand Out Book a call with Nancy Follow Nancy on LinkedIn  Follow Kwame on LinkedIn Request a Custom Wo...

How to Improve Your Relationships in Your Difficult Conversations with Dre Baldwin 28.07.2022

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. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides DreAllDay Website Dre's 29 Books Follow Dre on LinkedIn Follow Kwame on LinkedIn Kwame Christian with Dre Baldwin

How To Approach Different Styles of Negotiators With Paul Bolaji 27.07.2022

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? Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Follow Kwame on LinkedIn Follow Paul on LinkedIn  Kwame Christian With Paul...

Effective Leadership: How to Make the Best Out of Your Difficult Conversations with Claudia S.P. Fernandez 26.07.2022

In this episode, Claudia S.P. Fernandez, Director and Senior Executive Leadership Development Programs at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, discusses how to be an effective leader through difficult conversations. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill Follow Claudia on LinkedIn Follow Kwame on Li...

How To Negotiate in Tech Sales With Jill Fratianne 25.07.2022

In this episode, Jill Fratianne, CAM at HubSpot , discusses how to negotiate in tech sales and navigate the difficult conversations around it. We discuss mental health and how our performance is affected by it .Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Follow Kwame on LinkedIn Follow Jill on LinkedIn Kwame Christian With Jill Fratianne

How Be a Creator and Persuade People With Jay Clouse 22.07.2022

In this episode with Jay Clouse, Host of Creative Elements, cover 3 ways to persuade people to follow you as a creator instead of your competitors. We dive /dig deep into the why and how of it. How to face difficult conversations on pricing and terms. We hope you enjoy and tune in again for the next one. Jay Clouse Follow Jay Clouse on Linkedin Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free A...

Chess and Negotiation, Principles We Can Learn From Chess To Improve Our Negotiations With Ernest Levert Jr. 21.07.2022

In this episode, Ernest Levert, Founding Director of The Royal Oak Initiative, discusses the various chess principles and philosophies to be successful in the negotiation world. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides The Royal Oak Initiative (ROI) Follow Kwame on LinkedIn Kwame Christian with Ernest Levert

How To Use Customer Experience Data To Understand People with Sarah Ahern. 20.07.2022

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 have to address its impact over the next year. https://www.pathgrowth.com/ Request a Custom Workshop For Your Comp...

How to Overcome Strong Opinions with Andy Luttrell 19.07.2022

In this episode, Andy Luttrell, Assistant Professor of Psychology at Ball State University and Podcast host of Opinion Science, discusses the science of persuasion, as it relates to deeply held beliefs and strongly held opinions. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Opinion Science Podcast Audio Course: The Science of Persuasion Follow Andy on Li...

Reverse Interview: Inside of the American Negotiation Institute With Marcus Banks. 18.07.2022

In this reverse interview, the young comedian, actor & host of the episode, Marcus Banks, interviews Kwame Christian about The American Negotiation Institute.   Marcus Banks Instagram Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Follow Kwame on LinkedIn Kwame Christian With Marcus Banks.

Highlight Reel: Strategy, Emotional Intelligence and Communication [Clips from RTara Jaye Frank, Selena Rezwani, Scott Tillema, Paula Caligiuri, Naushter, Alicia Shaw, Andy Lutrell, and Anuj Jagannathan] 17.07.2022

Highlight Reel: Strategy, Emotional Intelligence and Communication [Clips from RTara Jaye Frank, Selena Rezwani, Scott Tillema, Paula Caligiuri, Naushter, Alicia Shaw, Andy Lutrell, and Anuj Jagannathan] Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Follow Kwame on LinkedIn

Highlight Reel: How to Advocate For Others and For Ourselves. Clips From: Paul Ross, Silva keister, Jamie Lee, Michael Reddington, Jonathan Jones, Keita Williams, and Mark Gholston 16.07.2022

Paul Ross Jan Marie Silva keister Jamie Lee Michael Reddington Jonathan Jones Keita Williams Mark Gholston In this negotiation marathon, our guest will speak about: Leverage sales, subconscious comm. PoliticsCommunity facilitation, Politics, self-advocacy, Anatomy of deceptionBranding by podcastingAccountabilitySuicide prevention, divorced couples.  Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get F...

How To Use Emotional Intelligence to Have Difficult Conversations With Chelsea Elliott, MSW. 15.07.2022

In this episode, Chelsea Elliott, MSW. Discusses what is emotional intelligence and how to apply EI in our lives.  Buy Chelsea's Book Natalie the Monster Slayer Natalie's Not-So-Fun Play Date: How to Help Kids Manage Their Anger Chelsea's Company www.somocomlab.com Donate Comfort Kits to Kids in Uvalde and Buffalo Donate Comfort Kits  Follow Chelsea on LinkedIn Follow Kwame on LinkedIn Kwame Chris...

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