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

The Root of Division in American Conflict With Jen Goldman-Wetzler, Ph.D. 22.02.2021 33:24

In this episode, Jen Goldman-Wetzler, Ph. D., Founder and CEO of Alignment Strategies Group, Tedx Speaker, and Author discusses humiliation and shame in long term conflict. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Alignment Strategies Group Conflict Habits Assessment Follow Jen on LinkedIn Follow Kwame on LinkedIn Kwame Christian with Jen Goldman

Advancing Your Business Goals Through Difficult Conversations With Naveed Iqbal, PhD 22.02.2021 43:11

Take our survey here: https://forms.gle/fzHSg3oLqFfhGF6C6 In this episode, Naveed Iqbal, CEO at Dolr, discusses navigating difficult conversations with cofounders, vendors, and partners of a business or start up. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Dolr Website Follow Naveed on LinkedIn Follow Kwame on LinkedIn Kwame Christian with Naveed Iqbal,...

Collecting Late Payments While Maintaining a Strong Relationship with Sunni DiNicola 19.02.2021 23:48

Welcome to an ANI Throwback Episode! In these episodes, we reintroduce you to some of our most popular episodes. This week, we revisit to Sunni DiNicola's episode: How to Collect Late Payments without Destroying the Relationship. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Follow on Sunni on LinkedIn Follow Kwame on LinkedIn

How to Negotiate for the Life You Deserve With Dionne Nicholls 17.02.2021 46:57

In this episode, Dionne Nicholls, Life Coach, Wardrobe Stylist, and Speaker at Live Your Best Life For You, discusses negotiating with yourself to get the best life possible. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Live Your Best Life For You Follow Dionne on LinkedIn Follow Kwame on LinkedIn Kwame Christian with Dionne Nicholls

How to Remain Confident Despite Objections With Nancy Bleeke 12.02.2021 32:52

Welcome to an ANI Throwback Episode! In these episodes, we reintroduce you to some of our most popular episodes. This week, we revisit to Nancy Bleeke's episode: Confidence in the Face of Objections. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Follow on Nancy LinkedIn Follow Kwame on LinkedIn

Creating an Inclusive and Diverse Community Through Difficult Conversations With Matt Lofy 10.02.2021 22:36

In this episode, Matt Lofy, Director of Marketing and Community Outreach at Westerville Area Chamber of Commerce, discusses how to have difficult conversations about inclusion and diversity in your community. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Westerville Area Chamber of Commerce Website Follow Matt on LinkedIn Follow Kwame on LinkedIn Kwame Ch...

How Your Biases Are Affecting Your Ability to Resolve Conflicts With Jeremy Pollack 08.02.2021 41:14

In this episode, Jeremy Pollack, Principal at Pollack Peace and author of Conflict Resolution Playbook, discusses misrepresentation, hostility, negativity bias, and hostile attribution bias. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Pollack Peacebuilding Systems Jeremy's Book: Conflict Resolution Playbook Follow Jeremy on LinkedIn Follow Kwame on Link...

Creating Strategic and Profitable Collaborations With Barb Smoot 05.02.2021 19:37

Welcome to an ANI Throwback Episode! In these episodes, we reintroduce you to some of our most popular episodes. This week, we revisit to Barb Smoot's episode: How to Negotiate for Strategic Collaborations in the Business World. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Follow on Barb on LinkedIn Follow Kwame on LinkedIn

How to Manage Up With Dave Stachowiak 03.02.2021 31:01

In this episode, Dave Stachowiak, Founder of Coaching for Leaders and Host of the Coaching for Leaders podcast discusses what managing up is, how to do it, and how to mange up virtually. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Coaching for Leaders Follow on Dave on LinkedIn Follow Kwame on LinkedIn Kwame Christian with Dave Stachowiak

Becoming an Authentic Persuader in Sales With Jason Cutter: Sparring Session 01.02.2021 28:28

In this practice session, Jason is back to show us how to become an authentic persuader in sales. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Follow Jason on LinkedIn Follow Kwame on LinkedIn

How Increased Understanding Leads to More Victories With Josh Barkan, Esq. 29.01.2021 30:26

Welcome to an ANI Throwback Episode! In these episodes, we reintroduce you to some of our most popular episodes. This week, we revisit to Josh Barkan's episode: How Increased Understanding Powers Your End Game. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Follow on Josh on LinkedIn Follow Kwame on LinkedIn

Think Better Win More With Tony Lopes, Esq. 27.01.2021 27:48

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 what is dualism, how does dualistic thinking help in negotiation, how can incorporating this mindset into our practice lead to more understanding and empathy. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over...

How to Lead Through Strengths With Monique Betty, StrengthsFinder Expert 25.01.2021 35:04

In this episode, Monique Betty, Executive Coach and StrengthsFinder Expert, discusses how to improve your level of self-awareness as leader, understand the strengths of people on your team, and understand how different strengths interact. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Monique's Website Monique's Podcast Gallup StrengthFinder Assessment for...

Keeping Calm and Managing Emotions in Difficult Conversations With Stacy Kesten, Mindfulness Expert 22.01.2021 19:17

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

Dealing with Hostile Negotiators With Jaime Lieberman 20.01.2021 33:01

In this episode, Jaime Lieberman, founder of Hashtag Legal, discusses how to build rapport in these tough negotiations, how to gather and use information strategically, and how to change the game from hostile to collaborative. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Hashtag Legal Website Follow on Jaime on LinkedIn Follow Kwame on LinkedIn Kwame Chr...

How to Set Boundaries and Improve Self Worth With Natalie Lue 18.01.2021 46:14

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. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Baggage Claim Podcast Natalie's Website: Baggage Claim Follow on Natalie LinkedIn Follow Kwame on LinkedIn K...

How to Build a Persuasive Online Persona with Vernon Ross 15.01.2021 34:32

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

Improving Your Negotiations Through Focus With Dave Crenshaw 13.01.2021 34:19

In this episode, Dave Crenshaw, Keynote Speaker, Author, and Instructor of LinkedIn Learning's #1 Most Popular Course of 2020, discusses what multitasking is and isn't, switch tasking, and the power of focus. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Dave's Book: The Myth of Multitasking; How “Doing It All” Gets Nothing Done Dave Crenshaw's Website Fo...

The 3 Best Practices for Redlining Contracts With Nada Alnajafi 11.01.2021 31:12

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 all about contracts!) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/contractnerds...

Giving and Receiving Effective Feedback With Heather MacArthur 06.01.2021 33:21

In this episode, Heather MacArthur, Coach & Consultant, Author, and Forbes Contributor, discusses how to give effective feedback, how to receive feedback, and what to do when you receive feedback that you disagree with. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides The Executive Advisory, LLC Low Man on the Totem Pole: A Tough-Love Letter to the Employee...

How to Be an Effective Leader While Under Pressure With David Arrington 04.01.2021 41:15

In this episode, Dr. David Arrington, Leadership Expert and COO of Arrington Coaching LLC, discusses executive presence, 360 degree success, and how we treat people and lead people. Arrington Coaching LLC Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Follow David on LinkedIn Follow Kwame on LinkedIn

Throwback Episode: Are They Bluffing? With Kwame Christian 01.01.2021 16:16

Welcome to a ANI Throwback Episode! In these episodes, we reintroduce you to some of our most popular episodes. This week, we revisit to Kwame Christian's episode: Are They Bluffing? Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Follow on Jessica on LinkedIn Follow Kwame on LinkedIn

The Importance of Preparation, Emotions, and Relationship Building through Negotiation With Karen Walch, PhD 30.12.2020 33:55

In this episode, Karen Walch, Creator at The Experience Accelerator and Wisdom Destinations, discusses what’s missing in negotiation, 5 dimensions of humanity, and how to handle the other party not using the same approach. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Follow Karen on LinkedIn Follow Kwame on LinkedIn

John Glenn College Young Alumni Award: Kwame Christian 28.12.2020 20:35

In this episode, ANI's CEO and founder, Kwame Christian Esq., M.A., has received the John Glenn College Young Alumni Award from John Glenn College of Public Affairs at The Ohio State University. This award recognizes a John Glenn College graduate that is early in their career and has had a significant impact in public service. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 N...

Throwback Episode: How to Listen for Connection and Persuasion with Jessica Pettitt, M.Ed., CSP 25.12.2020 27:18

Welcome to a ANI Throwback Episode! In these episodes, we reintroduce you to some of our most popular episodes. This week, we revisit to Jessica Pettitt's episode: How to Listen for Connection and Persuasion. Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company Get Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation Guides Follow on Jessica on LinkedIn Follow Kwame on LinkedIn