Big Swings Only

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. The nerve it takes to go all in.
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About the Host: Kwame Christian, Esq., M.A.

Kwame Christian the founder and CEO of the American Negotiation Institute. He's known for his viral TEDx Talk, “Finding Confidence in Conflict,” and is a bestselling author of two books:

How to Have Difficult Conversations About Race (2022)

Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life (2020)



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Website: American Negotiation Institute

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Manu Kapur on Embracing Failure to Enhance Your...
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Suzanne de Janasz: How Addressing Small Conflic...
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Mark Matson: How to Invest Your Time, Energy, a...
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Overcoming Impossible with Robert Irvine - Lear...
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Breaking Barriers in Creativity and Negotiation...
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How Ivna Curi Transforms Fear into Assertive Co...
In this enlightening episode of "Negotiate Anything," host Kwame Christian welcomes Ivna Curi to discuss the art of assertive communication in negotiations.
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Joshua Weiss: Embracing Failure – Negotiation's...
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Jennifer Zador: Staying Cool Under Pressure is ...
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Turning Adversity into Opportunity: Negotiation...
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Dr. Frank L Douglas: Equity in Action for Effec...
In this enlightening episode of Negotiate Anything, host Kwame Christian, Esq., M.A., sits down with Dr. Frank L Douglas to delve into the practical methodologies for addressing cultural inclusion and equity within organizations.
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Grande Lum: How a Simple Boycott Transformed Bi...
In this enlightening episode of Negotiate Anything, host Kwame Christian, Esq., M.A., sits down with Grande Lum, a seasoned mediator and author, to explore the history and importance of mediation in America
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John Moore: How Over-Professionalism Can Kill Y...
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Jonathan Mahan: Why Traditional Sales Training ...
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Cindi Englefield: How to Attract Smart Money an...
In this insightful episode of Negotiate Anything, host Kwame Christian talks with Cindi Englefield, a seasoned entrepreneur and angel investor, about the fundamentals of raising initial funding, especially from friends and family.
38 min
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Richard Shotton: The Illusion of Choice
Richard, a renowned behavioral scientist and author, shares insights from his latest book, The Illusion of Choice, discussing how understanding human behavior can supercharge your negotiation tactics.
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Mike Lander: Why Trust Can Be Your Secret Negot...
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.
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Veterans Day Special: Brian Ahearn on ‘His Stor...
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Highlight Reel: The Art of Emotion Control in N...
In this highlight reel, dive into the art of emotion control in negotiations with insights from top experts.
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Crystal Ware: The Shocking Reason Your Salary D...
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.
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Jim Sebenius: Real-World Lessons from High-Stak...
In this insightful episode of Negotiate Anything, host Kwame Christian sits down with Jim Sebenius, a Harvard Business School professor and co-developer of the 3D Negotiation Framework. Sebenius shares valuable insights on the importance of strategic preparation, understanding cultural contexts, and the essential role of setup in achieving successful negotiations
50 min
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Unveiling Hidden Truths with Geoff Kunkler
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.
32 min
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Jessica Chen: What Happened When I Stopped Bein...
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
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Setting Boundaries: Political Dialogue—Doing It...
In this solo episode of Negotiate Anything, host Kwame Christian delves into the complexities of navigating political dialogue
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