Reverse Interview: Mastering Difficult Conversations - Lindsay Andrews Interviews Kwame Christian

Negotiate Anything

American Negotiation Institute

Business, Self-improvement, Education

4.7 • 747 Ratings

🗓️ 15 May 2024

⏱️ 35 minutes

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Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/ In this reverse interview, Lindsay Andrews, host of the Unstuck on You Podcast, interviews Kwame Christian, together, they dive deep into the complexities of mastering difficult conversations. Kwame shares his transformation from a people pleaser to a skilled negotiator, emphasizing the importance of negotiation skills in strengthening relationships and building self-confidence. Through personal stories and expert insights, Kwame and Lindsay explore the psychological hurdles like fear and imposter syndrome that often inhibit these challenging but necessary discussions. Kwame introduces the "compassionate curiosity framework," providing listeners with a practical approach to navigating emotionally charged conversations effectively. Listeners will learn: - Strategies to recognize and manage their emotions to enhance negotiation outcomes. - How to replace fear-driven thought patterns with empowering ones to build confidence. - Practical steps to prepare for and effectively engage in difficult conversations to deepen relationships and respect. These insights promise to be invaluable for anyone looking to improve their negotiation skills and interpersonal connections. Listen to the Unstuck on You Podcast by Lindsay Andrews: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unstuck-on-you/id1639406838 Contact ANI Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/ Follow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kwamechristian/ The Ultimate Negotiation Guide: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/guides/ultimate-negotiation-guide/ Click here to buy your copy of How To Have Difficult Conversations About Race!: https://www.amazon.com/Have-Difficult-Conversations-About-Race/dp/1637741308/ref=pd_%5B%E2%80%A6%5Df0bc9774-7975-448b-bde1-094cab455adb&pd_rd_i=1637741308&psc=1 Click here to buy your copy of Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life!: https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Confidence-Conflict-Negotiate-Anything/dp/0578413736/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2PSW69L6ABTK&keywords=finding+confidence+in+conflict&qid=1667317257&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIwLjQyIiwicXNhIjoiMC4xNCIsInFzcCI6IjAuMjMifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=finding+confidence+in+conflic%2Caps%2C69&sr=8-1

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0:00.0	Hello, my friends, and welcome to a special episode of Negotiate Anything. As always, we are produced by the American Negotiation Institute. With over 10 million downloads and listeners in more than 180 countries, you've made us the world's number one negotiation podcast. I'm Kwame Christian, the founder and CEO of the American Negotiation
0:22.5	Institute, and our goal is simple. We want to make your difficult conversations easier and more
0:27.7	productive. In today's episode, it's a little bit different. It's all about you, our listeners.
0:33.3	This is part of our Negotiate Anything Live series on LinkedIn. We record the episode live, allowing you to ask your questions and engage directly with
0:41.1	the content.
0:42.1	If you want to join the next live session and be part of this interactive experience, make
0:46.2	sure you follow me on LinkedIn.
0:47.8	We'll put a link in the description for you.
0:49.7	Now, before we dive into this episode, remember, we offer keynotes and trainings in negotiation and conflict resolution.
0:56.8	We're here to support you and your team, both in person and virtually, wherever you are in the world.
1:02.3	Check out the link in the description to learn how we can work together.
1:05.2	And now, without further ado, let's jump into your questions and explore the art of negotiation together.
1:15.3	All right, I have a very special guest today. Kwame Christian, welcome to the show.
1:20.8	Lindsay, thanks for having me. Yeah, yeah, I have been a fan and really, really appreciate the work that you do.
1:30.1	And I've been really anticipating this conversation because you are a pro at difficult
1:36.4	conversations.
1:37.3	So why don't you tell me a little bit about what you do and what you've been up to?
1:41.9	Yeah.
1:42.4	So I think as we as we get started in this conversation about difficult conversations,
1:48.3	it's important to think about my origin in this because I came to this field because I was
1:53.3	profoundly bad at having difficult conversation.
1:57.1	So I'm a recovering people pleaser.
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