x

75% of people globally want unbiased news (Pew Research) but are concerned they're not getting that.

Get balanced coverage with Symby. See how stories are covered across diverse outlets and spot when one side covers a story the other skips.

PODCAST

Negotiate Anything

Kwame Christian Esq., M.A.

Transform your relationships. Speak your truth. Get what you deserve—with Kwame Christian as your guide. With over 16 million downloads and more than 1,600 episodes, Negotiate Anything was the world’s leading negotiation podcast for nearly a decade, reaching listeners in more than 180 countries. But it’s about more than negotiation—it’s about confidence, connection, and creating outcomes that respect your values. About the Host: Kwame Christian, Esq., M.A. Kwame Christian the founder and CEO of

business self-improvement

All Episodes

53:04

The FBI Method for Spotting Lies and Hidden Agendas

Negotiate Anything ·

2025/07/07

What if you could detect a lie without asking a single question? In this episode, we sit down with John R. "Jack" Schafer, a former FBI behavioral analyst and author of The Like Switch, to uncover the elite tools used by the FBI to detect deception—tools you can use in your everyday life. From the subtle power of elicitation to the science behind the word “well,” Dr. Schafer reveals how small signals can expose big lies. You’ll learn how to read nonverbal cues, handle omissions, and disarm deception

en

28:43

Elite Negotiators Read Your Body Before You Speak —...

Negotiate Anything ·

2025/07/04

Think you’re in control of what you’re saying? Think again.Before you utter a single word, elite negotiators are already reading you — through your posture, your gestures, your tone, your tension. In this episode, Kwame sits down with The Master Negotiator Greg Williams, one of the world’s top experts in body language, to reveal the invisible signals that shape the outcome of every negotiation. You’ll learn how to spot the hidden meaning behind someone’s words, how to time your own message for

en

58:50

Why Deep Listening Is the Most Persuasive Thing You...

Negotiate Anything ·

2025/07/03

What if the key to changing someone’s mind isn’t speaking louder—but listening deeper?Buy the Book: ⁠Deep Listening: Transform Your Relationships with Family, Friends and Foes - by Emily Kasriel⁠ In this episode, Kwame sits down with award-winning BBC journalist and executive coach Emily Kasriel, whose revolutionary eight-step framework for deep listening has trained over 1,000 leaders in 119 countries—from IBM executives to British army officers. Together, they dive into the uncomfortable

en

29:37

Vulnerability Can Destroy You… or Make You a Great...

Negotiate Anything ·

2025/07/02

Is vulnerability at work a strength… or a trap?In this eye-opening conversation, best-selling author and leadership expert Jacob Morgan challenges the modern myth of vulnerability in the workplace. Together with Kwame Christian, they unpack the difference between being vulnerable and leading with vulnerability—showing how one can build trust and the other can quietly ruin your credibility. Jacob shares the hard truths he uncovered after interviewing 100 CEOs and surveying over 14,000 employees,

en

31:34

What It Actually Takes to Be the Leader People Remember

Negotiate Anything ·

2025/07/01

Most leaders focus on results. The best ones focus on people.In this powerful conversation, Kwame Christian sits down with legendary leadership expert Mark Miller — a man who spent over four decades building Chick-fil-A from the inside out — to uncover the truth about what actually makes someone worth following. Forget titles, tactics, and charisma. This episode dives into the five fundamentals of uncommon leadership — including the one thing most leaders ignore: the heart. You’ll learn: Why

en

37:59

How to Build Trust—Even with People Who Don’t Trust...

Negotiate Anything ·

2025/06/30

What is trust, really? In this special LinkedIn Live edition of Negotiate Anything, Kwame Christian breaks down the psychology behind trust—and why it’s so easy to lose but so hard to rebuild. Drawing on research, real-life examples, and audience questions, Kwame explores how trust is more than a strategy—it’s a feeling, a positive bias, and a fragile emotional bank account. You’ll learn: Why respect, empathy, and safety are the foundations of trust What it means to make “deposits” into

en

41:57

What People Expect—But Never Tell You

Negotiate Anything ·

2025/06/29

Most conversations fail before they even begin—because nobody sets the rules. In this episode, Kwame Christian sits down with Lewis VanLandingham from Sandler Training to uncover the hidden dynamics behind unmet expectations. Whether you're in sales, leadership, or just trying to have better conversations in life, this episode reveals why clarity up front changes everything. You’ll learn how to set clear agreements before the meeting even starts, how to create trust by giving people permission to

en

34:13

Being Right Isn’t Enough. Learn Why They Ignore You

Negotiate Anything ·

2025/06/28

You’ve been there—armed with facts, logic, and the truth. And still, they shut down. They argue. They walk away. Why?In this episode, Kwame Christian speaks with Carlos Alvarenga, a persuasion expert who spent years decoding what Aristotle really meant when he said we’re persuaded by character, logic, and emotion. But this isn’t just theory. Carlos unveils a revolutionary way of understanding persuasion—as a kind of chemistry—with 21 elements you can actually use. You’ll learn why most people rely

en

33:37

Stop Building a Business—Start Building a Movement

Negotiate Anything ·

2025/06/27

Brian Gottlieb and Kwame Christian delve into the seamless integration of business strategy with community impact through innovative initiatives like "Windows for a Cause" and "Baths for the Brave." They explore how aligning a company's mission with genuine employee engagement fosters intrinsic motivation, resulting in improved productivity and job satisfaction. Brian discusses the pivotal role of authentic business culture in negotiating successful exits and business growth, emphasizing the

en

30:21

The One Skill That Separates Good Salespeople from...

Negotiate Anything ·

2025/06/26

Most salespeople know how to pitch. Fewer know how to handle the moment everything shifts. In this episode, sales expert Lance Tyson joins Kwame Christian to reveal the exact skill that transforms average closers into elite negotiators.You'll learn: – How to recognize the hidden moment when a sale becomes a negotiation – Why objections aren't problems—they're opportunities – The deadly mistake most salespeople make when pressure shows up – And how to build guardrails that protect your profit

en

60:51

Stop Networking. Start Building Real Relationships

Negotiate Anything ·

2025/06/25

You've been told to "network" to get ahead. But what if that’s actually holding you back?In this episode, Andy Lopata joins Kwame to challenge everything we think we know about networking. Discover why most professionals waste time with tactics instead of strategy—and how real business success is built on intentional, strategic relationships that nobody taught you to build. Connect with Andy andylopata.com Contact ANI ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Request A Customized Workshop For Your

en

38:27

Think Being Honest Builds Trust? Not Always — Learn...

Negotiate Anything ·

2025/06/24

What does it take to genuinely connect across cultures, identities, and worldviews? In this episode, we sit down with my friend Melisande Kingchatchaval Schifter to unpack the mindset and skillset behind powerful human connection. Having lived on multiple continents, worked across sectors, and spoken several languages, Melly brings a rare global lens to the art—and strategy—of bridging difference. We explore the essential skills behind meaningful connection—trust, curiosity, and communication—and

en

38:14

What Kids Really Teach Us About Negotiation

Negotiate Anything ·

2025/06/23

Join me for an insightful LinkedIn Live session where we delve into the art of negotiating with kids and teens. Ever wondered how negotiation principles apply to children? Is it even feasible to negotiate with a teenager? We’ll be addressing all these questions and more. Contact ANI ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Kwame Christian on

en

45:29

Mediocrity Is the Only Sin — Lessons from a Founder...

Negotiate Anything ·

2025/06/17

That’s the rule Sharmin Ali lives by — even when it almost killed her.Buy now the book ⁠Bitch, Stop! Please . . . : An Entrepreneur's Journey of Innovation, from Chaos to Clarity⁠ by Sharmin Ali In this raw and unfiltered conversation, Sharmin reveals what it takes to walk away from Google, build two multi-million dollar companies across continents, and face the brutal cost of ambition. We go deep into the art of negotiating exits, building trust from scratch, and why most people fail — not

en

41:54

Harvard’s Sheila Heen Reveals Why We’re All...

Negotiate Anything ·

2025/06/16

Blame is easy. But real power? That comes when you take responsibility for your part — and invite others to do the same. In this masterclass with Sheila Heen, we dismantle the blame game and show you the negotiation move that changes everything. Connect with Sheila Heen: ⁠Follow Sheila on LinkedIn⁠ Buy the Book: ⁠Difficult Conversations: How to Discuss What Matters Most ⁠ ⁠triadconsultinggroup.com ⁠ ⁠Help Yourself Contact ANI ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Request A Customized Workshop For Your

en

32:57

Your Body Speaks First—Make It Count

Negotiate Anything ·

2025/06/11

They read you before they hear you.In this episode, Dr. David Matsumoto—renowned psychologist, judo black belt, and expert in nonverbal behavior—reveals how your body language shapes every negotiation before a single word is spoken. You'll learn the critical difference between nonverbal behavior and nonverbal communication, why observation is your most underused superpower, and how to project confidence without faking it. Whether you're in the boardroom or on the mat, this conversation will change

en

36:15

How to Persuade Without Pressure — The Magic Question...

Negotiate Anything ·

2025/06/06

You don’t need pressure to persuade — you need the right question.In this episode, Yale professor and bestselling author Zoe Chance joins Kwame Christian to share the most practical, science-backed influence strategies used by top leaders, negotiators, and communicators. You'll learn how to apply her signature "magic question" in real conversations, how unfair forgiveness can increase loyalty, and why most people misunderstand what real persuasion looks like. Zoe also breaks down why kindness

en

15:43

Trump & Elon Musk’s Breakup Explained – What It Means...

Negotiate Anything ·

2025/06/06

Two of the most powerful men in America—Elon Musk and Donald Trump—just had a very public, very personal falling out.What caused it? And more importantly, what can this teach us about trust, loyalty, power dynamics, and how relationships break down when interests collide? This is not about politics—it’s about people. In this non-partisan breakdown, negotiation expert Kwame Christian unpacks the deeper patterns behind the Trump-Musk conflict and reveals the hidden strategies you can apply to

en

34:18

From Zero Support to Full Buy-In: Marc Howland’s...

Negotiate Anything ·

2025/06/05

Everyone talks about getting buy-in—but how do you actually do it when you have no product, no team, and no traction? In this episode, Marc Howland breaks down the exact strategy he used to build Breadless from scratch. From convincing a co-founder at a barbecue, to earning community trust through gym pop-ups, and finally closing $1.1M in funding—Marc reveals the step-by-step process to go from rejection to real support. If you're struggling to get others to believe in your idea, this

en

41:11

Frenemies at Work: The Hidden Threat You’re Ignoring

Negotiate Anything ·

2025/06/04

They smile, they compliment, they even laugh at your jokes—but something always feels off.In this episode, Kwame Christian sits down with NYU psychology professor and best-selling author Tessa West to uncover the real danger of workplace frenemies. From subtle mixed signals to the science of stress, you’ll learn how these ambiguous relationships drain your confidence, distort your judgment, and quietly sabotage your career. You’ll also discover: – Why consistency matters more than kindness –

en

454 results

Similar Podcasts

TaxTalent.com The Golden Rule Podcast

Adam Golden

TaxTalent.com Podcast

Tony Santiago

Handelsblatt Crime - spannende Streitfälle der deutschen Wirtschaft

Ina Karabasz, Solveig Gode, Sönke Iwersen

Deffner und Zschäpitz – Der Wirtschafts-Talk von WELT

WELT

Black Box - La scatola nera della finanza

Guido Brera e Gian Luca Comandini -...