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Want to share your thoughts? Fill out our listener form Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company In this episode of Negotiate Anything, Kwame Christian, Esq., M.A. welcomes negotiation expert Mike Lander, an ex-procurement director with over two decades of experience in both buying and selling. Mike shares insights from his unique study on sales negotiation, breaking down the traits of the most successful negotiators. They explore the crucial role of trust in achieving better negotiation outcomes and delve into the complexities of navigating sales interactions with procurement professionals. This episode is packed with practical strategies for salespeople aiming to become more effective and trustworthy negotiators. What Will Be Covered: Insights from Mike Lander's study on sales negotiation profiles. The importance of emotional detachment in procurement. The Kraljic matrix and its impact on negotiation strategies. Contact ANI Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company Follow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn The Ultimate Negotiation Guide Click here to buy your copy of How To Have Difficult Conversations About Race! Click here to buy your copy of Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life! What's in it for you? Exclusive Advice: Gain insights from top negotiation experts. Community Support: Connect with a like-minded community focused on growth. Personal & Professional Growth: Unlock strategies to enhance every aspect of your life. You deserve to negotiate more of the best things in life, and now you can! Don't wait—be the first in line to experience this game-changing resource. 🎁 Special Launch Offer: Subscribe today and get 50% off for the first year. That's just $10 a month or $100 for the year! 🔗 Visit negotiateanything.com to join today and secure your spot. Ensure you don't miss out on any updates or exclusive offers. Elevate your negotiation game with Negotiate Anything Premium—your future of successful negotiations starts now! 🚀

Order now the Book His Story, My Story, Our Story by Brian Ahearn Join host Kwame Christian as he sits down with Brian Ahearn, Chief Influence Officer at Influence People, to delve into the transformative power of negotiation within family dynamics. In this heartfelt episode, Brian shares personal stories about his relationship with his father, a Vietnam War veteran, emphasizing the importance of empathy, patience, and understanding in overcoming emotional barriers. Kwame and Brian discuss how the lessons from Brian’s new book, "His Story, My Story, Our Story", can help listeners improve their own relationships and family communications. This episode offers a unique perspective on how effective negotiation skills can foster healing and growth across generations. What This Episode Covers: Brian Ahearn’s journey of understanding his father’s struggles with PTSD and the impact on family dynamics. The broader implications of personal growth and healing on generational relationships. The importance of empathy and patience in difficult conversations, especially with trauma survivors. Connect with Brian https://brianahearn.biz/ Follow Brian On LinkedIn Order now the Book His Story, My Story, Our Story by Brian Ahearn Contact ANI Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company Follow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn The Ultimate Negotiation Guide Click here to buy your copy of How To Have Difficult Conversations About Race! Click here to buy your copy of Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life! What's in it for you? Exclusive Advice: Gain insights from top negotiation experts. Community Support: Connect with a like-minded community focused on growth. Personal & Professional Growth: Unlock strategies to enhance every aspect of your life. You deserve to negotiate more of the best things in life, and now you can! Don't wait—be the first in line to experience this game-changing resource. 🎁 Special Launch Offer: Subscribe today and get 50% off for the first year. That's just $10 a month or $100 for the year! 🔗 Visit negotiateanything.com to join today and secure your spot. Ensure you don't miss out on any updates or exclusive offers. Elevate your negotiation game with Negotiate Anything Premium—your future of successful negotiations starts now! 🚀

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Want to share your thoughts? Fill out our listener form Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company In this highlight reel, dive into the art of emotion control in negotiations with insights from top experts. Featuring Karen Walch, PhD, on the role of preparation and relationship building; Chelsea Elliott, MSW, on using emotional intelligence for tough conversations; Doug Witten on managing your own emotions; and Jeanine Carroll, M.Ed, alongside Helen Rapp, Esq, on handling others’ emotions in challenging talks. This episode compiles essential strategies to help you stay composed, read emotions effectively, and navigate even the most difficult discussions with confidence. Contact ANI Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company Follow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn The Ultimate Negotiation Guide Click here to buy your copy of How To Have Difficult Conversations About Race! Click here to buy your copy of Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life! What's in it for you? Exclusive Advice: Gain insights from top negotiation experts. Community Support: Connect with a like-minded community focused on growth. Personal & Professional Growth: Unlock strategies to enhance every aspect of your life. You deserve to negotiate more of the best things in life, and now you can! Don't wait—be the first in line to experience this game-changing resource. 🎁 Special Launch Offer: Subscribe today and get 50% off for the first year. That's just $10 a month or $100 for the year! 🔗 Visit negotiateanything.com to join today and secure your spot. Ensure you don't miss out on any updates or exclusive offers. Elevate your negotiation game with Negotiate Anything Premium—your future of successful negotiations starts now! 🚀

Want to share your thoughts? Fill out our listener form Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company In this episode of "Negotiate Anything," Kwame Christian is joined by Crystal Ware, ESQ, CPCU, to discuss the multifaceted concept of value in professional settings. Crystal shares her insights on helping women recognize their inherent worth beyond mere salaries, offering practical strategies to self-promote and negotiate effectively. The episode delves into her six-part framework, "Earn It," designed to empower women to close the pay gap and achieve career satisfaction. Listeners will leave the conversation with actionable advice and a renewed perspective on how to leverage their unique skills for maximum career advancement. What Will Be Covered: The importance of understanding and communicating your inherent value in professional settings. Crystal Ware’s six-part framework, "Earn It," for effective negotiation. The role of mindset in self-promotion and closing the gender pay gap. Connect with Crystal Want to subscribe to "The Clarity" Newsletter, visit us here: www.crystalwaremedia.com Follow Crystal on LinkedIn crystalwaremedia.com  cadenceinsurance.com  https://linktr.ee/crystalware Listen to Get Clear with Crystal Ware Podcast Contact ANI Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company Follow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn The Ultimate Negotiation Guide Click here to buy your copy of How To Have Difficult Conversations About Race! Click here to buy your copy of Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life! What's in it for you? Exclusive Advice: Gain insights from top negotiation experts. Community Support: Connect with a like-minded community focused on growth. Personal & Professional Growth: Unlock strategies to enhance every aspect of your life. You deserve to negotiate more of the best things in life, and now you can! Don't wait—be the first in line to experience this game-changing resource. 🎁 Special Launch Offer: Subscribe today and get 50% off for the first year. That's just $10 a month or $100 for the year! 🔗 Visit negotiateanything.com to join today and secure your spot. Ensure you don't miss out on any updates or exclusive offers. Elevate your negotiation game with Negotiate Anything Premium—your future of successful negotiations starts now! 🚀

Want to share your thoughts? Fill out our listener form Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company In this insightful episode of Negotiate Anything, host Kwame Christian sits down with Jim Sebenius, a Harvard Business School professor, negotiation expert, and host of the new podcast Dealcraft. Sebenius shares valuable insights on the importance of strategic preparation, understanding cultural contexts, and the essential role of setup in achieving successful negotiations. Drawing on real-world case studies, including an Arizona scientific project and high-stakes joint ventures in Mexico, Sebenius illustrates the necessity of considering multiple negotiating dimensions. Listen in to learn how top negotiators like Henry Kissinger and James Baker have applied these principles to overcome significant obstacles. What Will Be Covered: Introduction to the 3D Negotiation Framework and its three critical dimensions: tactics, deal design, and setup. The significance of strategic preparation exemplified through the Arizona Scientific case study and other real-world examples. Key negotiation strategies employed by historical figures like Henry Kissinger and James Baker in complex diplomatic scenarios. Connect with Jim Introducing Dealcraft: Insights from Great Negotiators, the new weekly podcast that features interviews with world’s greatest dealmakers and diplomats, discussing their most challenging and complex negotiations. Each episode, host Jim Sebenius – Harvard Business School professor and renowned negotiation expert – relates fascinating deal stories and distills useful insights for listeners to apply in their toughest deals and disputes. Contact ANI Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company Follow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn The Ultimate Negotiation Guide Click here to buy your copy of How To Have Difficult Conversations About Race! Click here to buy your copy of Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life! What's in it for you? Exclusive Advice: Gain insights from top negotiation experts. Community Support: Connect with a like-minded community focused on growth. Personal & Professional Growth: Unlock strategies to enhance every aspect of your life. You deserve to negotiate more of the best things in life, and now you can! Don't wait—be the first in line to experience this game-changing resource. 🎁 Special Launch Offer: Subscribe today and get 50% off for the first year. That's just $10 a month or $100 for the year! 🔗 Visit negotiateanything.com to join today and secure your spot. Ensure you don't miss out on any updates or exclusive offers. Elevate your negotiation game with Negotiate Anything Premium—your future of successful negotiations starts now! 🚀

Want to share your thoughts? Fill out our listener form Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company In this compelling episode of "Negotiate Anything," host Kwame Christian sits down with Geoff Kunkler, partner at Carlisle, Patch and Murphy, and Chair of the Board for Special Olympics Ohio. Dive into an insightful discussion on the complexities of estate planning, the importance of having difficult family conversations, and strategies to ensure your wishes are carried out effectively. Geoff also shares details about the upcoming Polar Plunge fundraiser, where he’ll join others in raising crucial funds for over 20,000 athletes with intellectual disabilities. Tune in to uncover invaluable strategies for uncovering the hidden truths and preparing for tough conversations. Key Takeaways: Assumptions in Estate Planning: Discover why avoiding assumptions is crucial and how every estate plan is uniquely crafted to fit each family’s specific needs. Preparing for Difficult Conversations: Learn how to set the stage for productive, candid conversations about family roles and inheritance to prevent future conflicts. Identity Management: Understand the importance of clarifying your role in different discussions, whether as a business owner, friend, or lawyer, to ensure clear communication and effective decision-making. Follow Geoff Kunkler on LinkedIn Carlile Patchen and Murphy LLP, LinkedIn page Carlile Patchen & Murphy LLP website Special Olympics Ohio - fundraiser Special Olympics Ohio website Contact ANI Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company Follow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn The Ultimate Negotiation Guide Click here to buy your copy of How To Have Difficult Conversations About Race! Click here to buy your copy of Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life! What's in it for you? Exclusive Advice: Gain insights from top negotiation experts. Community Support: Connect with a like-minded community focused on growth. Personal & Professional Growth: Unlock strategies to enhance every aspect of your life. You deserve to negotiate more of the best things in life, and now you can! Don't wait—be the first in line to experience this game-changing resource. 🎁 Special Launch Offer: Subscribe today and get 50% off for the first year. That's just $10 a month or $100 for the year! 🔗 Visit negotiateanything.com to join today and secure your spot. Ensure you don't miss out on any updates or exclusive offers. Elevate your negotiation game with Negotiate Anything Premium—your future of successful negotiations starts now! 🚀

Want to share your thoughts? Fill out our listener form Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company In this compelling episode of Negotiate Anything, host Kwame Christian sits down with former Emmy Award-winning journalist Jessica Chen to explore the intersection of communication and self-advocacy in the workplace. Jessica shares her personal journey from struggling with communication to mastering the art and launching her own communications training company, Soulcast Media. They dive into the key takeaways from Jessica's new book, "Smart Not Loud: How to Get Noticed at Work for All the Right Reasons," focusing on how to balance quiet culture traits in a loud corporate world. This conversation is packed with actionable strategies for improving cross-cultural communication, developing executive presence, and navigating career advancement through effective negotiation. What will be covered: Jessica’s transition from TV journalism to founding a communications training company. Key insights from Jessica's book "Smart Not Loud." Practical tips for advocating for yourself without compromising authenticity. Connect with Jessica Follow Jessica on LinkedIn Jessica Chen’s Services https://soulcastmedia.com/ Podcast: Communicating Confidently With Jessica Chen Buy the book Smart, NOT LOUD: How to Get Noticed at Work For All the Right Reasons Contact ANI Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company Follow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn The Ultimate Negotiation Guide Click here to buy your copy of How To Have Difficult Conversations About Race! Click here to buy your copy of Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life! What's in it for you? Exclusive Advice: Gain insights from top negotiation experts. Community Support: Connect with a like-minded community focused on growth. Personal & Professional Growth: Unlock strategies to enhance every aspect of your life. You deserve to negotiate more of the best things in life, and now you can! Don't wait—be the first in line to experience this game-changing resource. 🎁 Special Launch Offer: Subscribe today and get 50% off for the first year. That's just $10 a month or $100 for the year! 🔗 Visit negotiateanything.com to join today and secure your spot. Ensure you don't miss out on any updates or exclusive offers. Elevate your negotiation game with Negotiate Anything Premium—your future of successful negotiations starts now! 🚀

Want to share your thoughts? Fill out our listener form What will be covered: Tips and guidance for leaders on handling political conversations in the workplace. The importance of preparation, emotional stability, and setting boundaries. Strategies for both engaging in and exiting political dialogues effectively. Contact ANI Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company Follow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn The Ultimate Negotiation Guide Click here to buy your copy of How To Have Difficult Conversations About Race! Click here to buy your copy of Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life! What's in it for you? Exclusive Advice: Gain insights from top negotiation experts. Community Support: Connect with a like-minded community focused on growth. Personal & Professional Growth: Unlock strategies to enhance every aspect of your life. You deserve to negotiate more of the best things in life, and now you can! Don't wait—be the first in line to experience this game-changing resource. 🎁 Special Launch Offer: Subscribe today and get 50% off for the first year. That's just $10 a month or $100 for the year! 🔗 Visit negotiateanything.com to join today and secure your spot. Ensure you don't miss out on any updates or exclusive offers. Elevate your negotiation game with Negotiate Anything Premium—your future of successful negotiations starts now! 🚀

Want to share your thoughts? Fill out our listener form In this insightful episode of Negotiate Anything, Kwame Christian hosts Vanessa Bohns, an experimental social psychologist and professor at Cornell University. They delve into the evolutionary roots of social rejection anxiety and explore how these ancient fears impact modern-day negotiations. Vanessa discusses her book, "You Have More Influence Than You Think," offering practical advice on leveraging social dynamics to your advantage. They highlight the misconceptions people have about their influence and the ethical considerations necessary to ensure respectful and effective interactions. What We'll Cover: The evolutionary origins of social rejection fears and their influence on modern negotiations. Key insights from Vanessa Bohns' book on why face-to-face requests are more successful than digital ones. The importance of ethical considerations in leveraging social dynamics for influence. Connect with Vanessa Follow Vanessa on LinkedIn Buy the Book: You have more influence than you think Web: vanessabohns.com Contact ANI Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company Follow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn The Ultimate Negotiation Guide Click here to buy your copy of How To Have Difficult Conversations About Race! Click here to buy your copy of Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life! What's in it for you? Exclusive Advice: Gain insights from top negotiation experts. Community Support: Connect with a like-minded community focused on growth. Personal & Professional Growth: Unlock strategies to enhance every aspect of your life. You deserve to negotiate more of the best things in life, and now you can! Don't wait—be the first in line to experience this game-changing resource. 🎁 Special Launch Offer: Subscribe today and get 50% off for the first year. That's just $10 a month or $100 for the year! 🔗 Visit negotiateanything.com to join today and secure your spot. Ensure you don't miss out on any updates or exclusive offers. Elevate your negotiation game with Negotiate Anything Premium—your future of successful negotiations starts now! 🚀