Kwame Christian Esq., M.A.

Big Swings Only

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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.

Episodes

How to Confidently and Effectively Engage With Conflict with Amanda Ripley 24.02.2022 46:47

In this episode, Amanda Ripley, Journalist & New York Times bestselling author, discusses conflict in the world of journalism. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides High Conflict: Why We Get Trapped and How We Get Out Book Follow Amanda on LinkedIn Follow Kwame on LinkedIn Kwame Christian with Amanda Ripley

How to Overcome Strong Opinions with Andy Luttrell 23.02.2022 36:20

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...

Dualism: The Secret Sauce to Crushing Your Negotiations with Tony Lopes, Esq. 22.02.2022 28:09

In this episode, Tony Lopes, Esq., Founder of Lopes Law LLC, Host of the Self Made Strategies Podcast, and Adjunct Professor at Fox School of Business at Temple U, discusses dualism, how dualistic thinking helps in negotiation, and how incorporating this mindset leads to more understanding and empathy. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Lopes L...

How to Achieve More: The Art of Negotiating With Yourself with Lousin Mehrabi 21.02.2022 31:39

In this episode, Lousin Mehrabi, Professional Negotiator, Inspirational Speaker, and podcast host, discusses how to negotiate with yourself. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Life Negotiations Podcast Follow Lousin on LinkedIn Follow Kwame on LinkedIn Kwame Christian with Lousin Mehrabi

Life After Covid-19: How to Cultivate Trust and Lead Effectively with Atholl Duncan 18.02.2022 35:44

In this episode, Atholl Duncan, Chair of Black Isle Group and author of "Leaders in Lockdown", discusses the main communication challenges we face as it relates to working from home, how to cultivate trust and strengthen team work, and what kinds of leaders will succeed in this new world. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Black Isle Group Lead...

How to Create a Multi-Million Dollar Company with Travis Rosbach, Founder of Hydro Flask 17.02.2022 37:53

In this episode, Travis Rosbach, Hydro Flask Founder, discuss his negotiations leading up to creating the Hydro Flask brand. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Hydro Flask Follow Travis on LinkedIn Follow Shane on LinkedIn Kwame Christian with Travis Rosbach

How to Create a More Fulfilling Life and Live Boldly with L. Scott Ferguson 16.02.2022 29:46

In this episode, L. Scott Ferguson, Chief Level Up Officer at Time to Shine Today, shares his story about how difficult conversations shaped his life. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Time to Shine Today Time to Shine Today Podcast Follow Scott on LinkedIn Follow Kwame on LinkedIn Kwame Christian with L. Scott Ferguson

How to Land Big Time Paying Clients with Jordan Miller 15.02.2022 25:19

In this episode, Jordan Miller, President & CEO Fifth Third Bank of Central Ohio, discusses how to land big paying clients. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Follow Kwame on LinkedIn Kwame Christian with Jordan Miller

How to Confidently Negotiate Through Fear with Sarah JanTausch, M.S. 14.02.2022 33:09

In this episode, Sarah JanTausch, Principal Consultant at SRJ Consulting, discusses how to negotiate through fear. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Follow Sarah on LinkedIn Follow Kwame on LinkedIn Kwame Christian with Sarah JanTausch

How to Create Healthy Boundaries with Melissa Hereford 10.02.2022 40:57

Do you struggle to set boundaries? Is it awkward or scary for you? Does the other person take it poorly? Learn the secrets to creating and maintaining boundaries in personal relationships and business negotiations. You'll also get to see it in a real-time negotiation simulation. Melissa's Website Follow Melissa on LinkedIn Follow Kwame on LinkedIn Kwame Christian with Melissa Hereford

Prepare To... Effectively Negotiate: How to Prep for a Negotiation with Susan Borke, Esq. 08.02.2022 26:04

How do you prepare for negotiations? In this episode, Susan Borke, discusses how to prepare effectively for your next negotiation and the important elements of the process that people often miss. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Follow on Susan on LinkedIn Follow Kwame on LinkedIn Kwame Christian and Susan Borke

How to Subtly Sell: Convincing Others To Buy Without Pushing, Pressuring Or Pitching with Paul Ross 07.02.2022 30:18

In this episode, Paul Ross, CEO and Head Trainer at Subtle Words that Sell and author, discusses ways to subtly sell. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Subtle Words That Sell Book Follow Paul on LinkedIn Follow Kwame on LinkedIn Kwame Christian with Paul Ross

The Secret to More Productive Meetings with Marie Keister 04.02.2022 30:28

In this episode, Marie Keister, Owner, President and CEO at MurphyEpson, discusses facilitating meetings: how to help other contribute to the conversations and manage other's emotions. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides MurphyEpson Follow Marie on LinkedIn Follow Kwame on LinkedIn Kwame Christian with Marie Keister

How to Navigate and Resolve Conflict With Your Significant Other with Laura Heck, LMFT 03.02.2022 39:24

In this episode, Laura Heck, Relationship Expert: Therapist, Trainer, Podcaster, Speaker, discusses how to navigate difficult conversations with your significant other. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Marriage Therapy Radio Podcast Laura Heck Therapy Follow on Laura on LinkedIn Follow Kwame on LinkedIn Kwame Christian with Laura Heck

Improving Your Decision Making Skills: How to Make More Life Changing Decisions with Matt Bodnar 02.02.2022 41:33

In this episode, Matt Bodnar, Co-Founder & Managing Partner at Fresh Capital Group, discusses how to improve your decision making skills. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Fresh Capital Group Follow Matt on LinkedIn Follow Kwame on LinkedIn Kwame Christian with Matt Bodnar

Building Power Through Business Contracts with Jonathan Jones 31.01.2022 34:34

In this episode, Jonathan Jones, TEDx speaker, best selling author, Host of Your Podcast Mentor and Founder of Jonathan Jones Speaks, discusses top negotiation tips for student athletes. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Jonathan Jones Speaks.com Your Podcast Mentor Show Follow on Jonathan LinkedIn Follow Kwame on LinkedIn Kwame Christian with...

Who Wants to Be an FBI Agent? Top Tips with Chris Voss 27.01.2022 31:22

Do you want to get more out of your next negotiation? Discover the negotiation secrets of the FBI with our guest, Chris Voss, the former FBI Lead International Kidnapping Negotiator and author of Never Split the Difference. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Black Swan Group Chris's Books Follow Chris on LinkedIn Follow Kwame on LinkedIn Kwame...

Confidence and Empowerment 101: How to Effectively Advocate For Yourself with Selena Rezvani 26.01.2022 34:11

In this episode, Selena Rezvani, Leadership Speaker + Inclusion Consultant and LinkedIn Learning Instructor, discusses self advocacy and confidence. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides SelenaRezvani.com Selena's LinkedIn Learning Courses Follow Selena on LinkedIn Follow Kwame on LinkedIn Kwame Christian with Selena Rezvani

How to Handle Others' Emotions During Difficult Conversations with Jeanine Carroll M.Ed and Helen Rapp Esq 24.01.2022 29:40

In this episode, Jeanine Carroll M.Ed and Helen Rapp Esq, discuss how to manage others' emotions in difficult conversations. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Follow Jeanine on LinkedIn Follow Kwame on LinkedIn Kwame Christian with Jeanine Carroll M.Ed and Helen Rapp Esq.

Strategies to Deal With Difficult People at Work with Kris Plachy 21.01.2022 25:55

In this episode you'll discover the secrets behind dealing with difficult people in your organization. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Kris's Podcast Kris's Website Kris's Linkedin Kwame's LinkedIn Kwame Christian with Kris Plachy

Join Our Sales Team! Listen To Find Out More 20.01.2022 29:09

In this episode, Shane Ray Martin, Head of Partnerships and Sales at ANI, discusses a new and exciting opportunity. Apply for the Account Executive Position Here Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Follow Shane on LinkedIn Follow Kwame on LinkedIn Kwame Christian with Shane Ray Martin

Top Tips to Avoid Partnership Nightmares with Paul Bolaji 18.01.2022 41:20

In this episode, Paul Bolaji, discusses how to avoid partnership nightmares. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Follow Kwame on LinkedIn Kwame Christian with Paul Bolaji

Breaking Free: How to Overcome Your Fear of Negotiating with Kit Pang 17.01.2022 32:55

In this episode, Kit Pang, Founder of BostonSpeaks, discusses how we can get rid of speaking and in negotiation anxiety, how to replace stress with confidence, and how to effectively communicate with yourself. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides BostonSpeaks Follow Kit on LinkedIn Follow Kwame on LinkedIn Kwame Christian with Kit Pang

Overcoming Fear and Doubt: Getting Comfortable With the Uncomfortable with Victoria Pynchon 14.01.2022 30:18

In this episode, Vickie Pynchon, Negotiation Consultant and Author, discusses overcoming fear and doubt. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides She Negotiates The Grownups' ABCs of Conflict Resolution Success as a Mediator for Dummies Follow Vickie on LinkedIn Follow Kwame on LinkedIn Kwame Christian with Vickie Pynchon

Winning Together: How to Get More Out of Your Collaborations with Azul Terronez 12.01.2022 30:35

In this episode, Azul Terronez, TEDx Speaker, Bestselling Author, and CEO & Co-founder of Authors Who Lead™️, discusses how to collaborate with others to achieve your desired outcome... but better. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Authors Who Lead Azul's Books Follow Azul on LinkedIn Follow Kwame on LinkedIn Kwame Christian with Azul Terronez