#86 Negotiation Expert: Stop Arguing, Start Winning | Kwame Christian
#86 Negotiation Expert: Stop Arguing, Start Winning | Kwame Christian  
Podcast: BigDeal
Published On: Thu Aug 07 2025
Description: Join host Codie Sanchez as she delves into the art of communication and negotiation with Kwame Christian, a seasoned lawyer, mediator, and negotiation expert. Kwame offers invaluable insights on staying calm during arguments, avoiding common pitfalls in negotiation, and the importance of compassionate curiosity. Learn practical techniques such as anchoring, effective listening, and emotional regulation to enhance your negotiation prowess. Discover how to handle gaslighting, end arguments gracefully, and maintain positive relationships. This episode is packed with actionable advice to help you navigate tough conversations with confidence and poise. Looking to scale your business to $1M in monthly revenue? 👉 Get in touch with my consulting team today! Big thank you to Donald Miller and the whole  @StoryBrand  family for letting us use their incredible studio for today's episode! 00:00 Intro & Personal Journey into Negotiation 00:51 Handling Arguments and Maintaining Relationships 02:07 Common Mistakes in Negotiation 05:47 The Power of Anchoring in Negotiations 09:48 Compassionate Curiosity: A Negotiation Framework 11:18 Dealing with Difficult Conversations and Gaslighting 16:20 Ending Arguments and Overcoming Overexplaining 27:25 Building Trust and Positive Interactions 30:20 Understanding Emotional Communication 30:49 Practical Tips for Better Relationships 31:26 Addressing Bad Behavior in Communication 35:45 Handling Emotional Triggers in Conversations 46:15 Managing Interruptions and Power Dynamics 49:21 Core Skills for Effective Negotiation 54:51 Final Thoughts and Takeaways MORE FROM BIGDEAL: 🎥 YouTube 📸 Instagram 📽️ TikTok MORE FROM CODIE SANCHEZ: 🎥 YouTube 📸 Instagram 📽️ TikTok OTHER THINGS WE DO: 🌐 Our community 📬 Free newsletter 📚 Biz buying course 🏷️ Resibrands 💼 CT Capital 🏘️ Main St Hold Co Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices