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 Have Powerful and Impactful Conversations with Daniel Stillman 02.04.2021 37:17

In this episode, Daniel Stillman, Conversation Designer at The Conversation Factory and podcast host, discusses how to have better conversations. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides The Conversation Factory The Conversation Factory Podcast Follow Daniel on LinkedIn Follow Kwame on LinkedIn Kwame Christian with Daniel Stillman

Managing Conflict With Family with Laura Heck, LMFT 01.04.2021 37:50

Welcome to an ANI Throwback Episode! In these episodes, we reintroduce you to some of our most popular episodes. This week, we revisit to Laura Heck's episode: Managing Conflict With Family During Lockdown. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Follow on Laura on LinkedIn Follow Kwame on LinkedIn

Creating a More Fulfilling Life Through Difficult Conversations with L. Scott Ferguson 31.03.2021 29:23

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 Manage Egos and Difficult Emotions with Derek Gaunt 30.03.2021 34:25

Welcome to an ANI Throwback Episode! In these episodes, we reintroduce you to some of our most popular episodes. This week, we revisit to Derek Gaunt's episode: How to Manage Egos and Difficult Emotions. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Follow on Derek on LinkedIn Follow Kwame on LinkedIn

How to Effectively and Confidently Stand Up For Yourself with Emilie Aries 29.03.2021 36:55

In this episode, Emilie Aries, Founder and CEO of Bossed Up, discusses what is means to be assertive vs aggressive, gender and assertiveness, and the hidden benefits of assertiveness. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Bossed Up Bossed Up Podcast Follow Emilie LinkedIn Follow Kwame on LinkedIn Kwame Christian with Emilie Aries

How to Build Trust and Negotiate Authentically with Luke Fedlam 26.03.2021 50:52

Welcome to an ANI Throwback Episode! In these episodes, we reintroduce you to some of our most popular episodes. This week, we revisit to Luke Fedlam's episode: How to Build Trust and Negotiate Authentically. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Follow on Luke on LinkedIn Follow Kwame on LinkedIn

How to Effectively Advocate for Yourself with Zabeen Mirza 24.03.2021 40:27

In this episode, Zabeen Mirza, Founder & CEO of Jobs.mom, discusses what self advocacy truly is, the barriers around self advocacy, and how we can advocate for ourselves effectively. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Jobs.mom Moms At Work Podcast Follow Zabeen on LinkedIn Follow Kwame on LinkedIn Kwame Christian with Zabeen Mirza

How to Improve Decision Making with Matt Bodnar 23.03.2021 44:29

Welcome to an ANI Throwback Episode! In these episodes, we reintroduce you to some of our most popular episodes. This week, we revisit to Matt Bodnar 's episode: How to Improve Decision Making. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Follow on Matt on LinkedIn Follow Kwame on LinkedIn

Being Assertive Without Losing Persuasiveness with Jamie Librot 22.03.2021 30:34

In this episode, Jamie Librot , Director Talent Management at Sabert Corporation, discusses how to be assertive without being entitled. The 3 things we discuss in this episode are: the difference between assertiveness and entitlement, examples of where that comes into play, and how to avoid entitlement while still being assertive. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over...

Becoming a Better Leader Through Empathetic Stoicism with Ariana Tadler 19.03.2021 50:14

In this episode, Ariana Tadler, Managing Partner at Tadler Law LLP; Founding Principal, Business Strategist at Meta-e Discovery LLC, discusses what Empathetic Stoicism is and how understanding it can make you more persuasive and a better leader. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Tadler Law, LLP Meta-e Discovery LLC Follow Ariana on LinkedIn Fo...

How to Negotiate Like an FBI Agent with Chris Voss, Author of Never Split the Difference 18.03.2021 34:47

Welcome to an ANI Throwback Episode! In these episodes, we reintroduce you to some of our most popular episodes. This week, we revisit to Chris Voss's episode: How to Negotiate Like an FBI Agent. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Follow on Chris on LinkedIn Follow Kwame on LinkedIn

How to Avoid Partnership Nightmares and Negotiate Internally with Paul Bolaji 17.03.2021 43:41

Welcome to an ANI Throwback Episode! In these episodes, we reintroduce you to some of our most popular episodes. This week, we revisit to Paul Bolaji's episode: How to Avoid Partnership Nightmares and Negotiate Internally. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Follow on Paul on LinkedIn Follow Kwame on LinkedIn

How to Manage Emotions in Difficult Conversations with Jeanine Carroll M.Ed and Helen Rapp Esq. 16.03.2021 28:29

Take our survey here: https://forms.gle/fzHSg3oLqFfhGF6C6 Welcome to an ANI Throwback Episode! In these episodes, we reintroduce you to some of our most popular episodes. This week, we revisit to Jeanine Carroll M.Ed and Helen Rapp Esq.'s episode: How to Manage Their Emotions and Yours in Difficult Conversations. . Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation G...

How Asking More Will Change Your Life with Mark and Crystal Hansen 12.03.2021 26:44

Take our survey here: https://forms.gle/fzHSg3oLqFfhGF6C6 In this episode, Mark and Crystal Hansen, authors of Ask!: The Bridge from Your Dreams to Your Destiny, discuss how asking questions will create a more successful and fulfilling life. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Ask!: The Bridge from Your Dreams to Your Destiny Follow Kwame on Lin...

How to Win Negotiations Without Losing Relationships: Sparring Episode with Lisa Lang Esq. 11.03.2021 21:19

In this practice session, Lisa is back to show us how to win negotiations without losing relationships. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Follow Lisa on LinkedIn Follow Kwame on LinkedIn

How to Collaborate for a Bigger Win With Azul Terronez 10.03.2021 30:33

Take our survey here: https://forms.gle/fzHSg3oLqFfhGF6C6 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 F...

How to Deal with Difficult People With Kris Plachy 09.03.2021 24:20

Take our survey here: https://forms.gle/fzHSg3oLqFfhGF6C6 Welcome to an ANI Throwback Episode! In these episodes, we reintroduce you to some of our most popular episodes. This week, we revisit to Kris Plachy's episode: How to Deal with Difficult People. . Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Follow Kris on LinkedIn Follow Kwame on LinkedIn Kwame...

The Key to Mutually Beneficial Negotiations With Lisa Lang 08.03.2021 28:11

Take our survey here: https://forms.gle/fzHSg3oLqFfhGF6C6 In this episode, Lisa Lang, In-House Lawyer and Thought Leader, Author, and Speaker discusses how to sustain health relationships through bargaining and transparency. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Lisa's Book Follow Lisa on LinkedIn Follow Kwame on LinkedIn Kwame Christian with Lisa...

Using Negotiation to Win More in Sales With Marx Rubino 05.03.2021 35:13

Take our survey here: https://forms.gle/fzHSg3oLqFfhGF6C6 In this episode, Marx Rubino discusses how to win more in your sales by using a negotiation approach. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Marx's email: Marxar@me.com Follow Kwame on LinkedIn Kwame Christian with Marx Rubino

Negotiating for Free Media Exposure and Discounted Manufacturing With Claire Coder 04.03.2021 27:08

Take our survey here: https://forms.gle/fzHSg3oLqFfhGF6C6 Welcome to an ANI Throwback Episode! In these episodes, we reintroduce you to some of our most popular episodes. This week, we revisit to Claire Coder's episode: How to Get Free Media Exposure and Discounted Manufacturing. . Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Follow Claire on LinkedIn Fo...

Better Your Conversations by Seeing the Negotiation From Both Sides With Haylee Harrison 03.03.2021 44:00

Take our survey here: https://forms.gle/fzHSg3oLqFfhGF6C6 In this episode, Haylee Harrison, Managing Director of Candidate Development at Major, Lindsey & Africa, discusses how to negotiate in recruiting. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Follow Haylee on LinkedIn Follow Kwame on LinkedIn Kwame Christian with Haylee Harrison

Building Trust and Understanding Through Emotional Intelligence With Daniel Stover 02.03.2021 33:35

Take our survey here: https://forms.gle/fzHSg3oLqFfhGF6C6 Welcome to an ANI Throwback Episode! In these episodes, we reintroduce you to some of our most popular episodes. This week, we revisit to Daniel Stover's episode: How to Build Trust and Understanding Through Emotional Intelligence. . Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Follow Kwame on Lin...

Critical Mistakes to Avoid in Your Negotiations With Ron Hogen 01.03.2021 42:24

Take our survey here: https://forms.gle/fzHSg3oLqFfhGF6C6 In this episode, Ron Hogen, discusses overcoming emotional distractions, the biggest mistake you can make in high level negotiations, and building rapport. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Baron Construction Website Ron's Email: ron@baroncnr.com Follow Kwame on LinkedIn Kwame Christian...

The Key to Debating Effectively With Brian Manuel 26.02.2021 39:06

Take our survey here: https://forms.gle/fzHSg3oLqFfhGF6C6 Welcome to an ANI Throwback Episode! In these episodes, we reintroduce you to some of our most popular episodes. This week, we revisit to Brian Manuel's episode: How to Debate Effectively. . Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Follow Kwame on LinkedIn

How to Win In Business and Romance with Difficult Conversations With Marcus and Jessica Trufant 24.02.2021 31:18

Take our survey here: https://forms.gle/fzHSg3oLqFfhGF6C6 In this episode, Marcus, former NFL player, and Jessica Trufant, lifestyle blogger, discusses how to have difficult conversations that benefit your business and romantic life. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Trufant Family Foundation Truly Unruly Podcast Truly Unruly Instagram Page Fo...