Master the Compassionate Curiosity Framework
Learn the three-step process of acknowledging emotions, asking open-ended questions, and engaging in joint problem-solving.
32Negotiation Mastery
Unlock Your Undeniable Potential with Kwame Christian
Kwame Christian reveals how to approach difficult conversations to change your business and life, equipping you with a new negotiation framework.
Kwame Christian reveals how to approach difficult conversations to change your business and life, equipping you with a new negotiation framework.
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Introduction
Welcome Kwame Christian to Mick Unplugged
Mick Hunt welcomes Kwame Christian, CEO of the American Negotiation Institute.
152Core Skills
The Three Core Skills for Better Negotiation
Negotiation requires becoming a better listener, asking better questions, and managing emotions.
428Framework
The Compassionate Curiosity Framework
A three-step approach involving acknowledging emotions, asking open-ended questions, and joint problem-solving.
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Building the 'Undeniable' Personal Brand
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Because the best things in life are on the other side of difficult conversations.
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Mick Hunt welcomes Kwame Christian, CEO of the American Negotiation Institute, who reveals how to approach difficult conversations to change your business and life. This episode will equip you with a new negotiation framework.
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WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
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- The 3 Core Skills for better negotiation
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- How to avoid the "why" question trap
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- Building the "undeniable" personal brand
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- Why the entire sales process is negotiation
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- The power of Compassionate Curiosity framework
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QUOTES THAT HIT
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"Because the best things in life are on the other side of difficult conversations." - Kwame Christian
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"There's a big difference between being liked and being respected. Those are not the same thing." - Kwame Christian
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"My goal isn't to be good, my goal isn't to be recognized, my goal is to be undeniable." - Kwame Christian
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"The harder we push, the harder they push back." - Kwame Christian
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CHAPTERS
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00:00 Welcome Kwame Christian to Mick Unplugged
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02:18 Kwame Christian's Life Purpose: "Because"
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04:54 Overcoming People-Pleasing With Mentorship
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10:02 Why Avoiding "Why" Questions Improves Conversations
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13:55 The Importance of Deep Knowledge and Credentials
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19:48 Empathy and Humility in Negotiation
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24:10 Convincing Others By Empowering Self-Persuasion
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31:39 Compassionate Curiosity Negotiation Framework
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35:23 The Origin of Kwame Christian's Negotiation Journey
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37:46 Big Swings Only: New Podcast Announcement
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43:27 Rapid Fire: Cooking, Loyalty, and Inspiration
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QUESTIONS THIS EPISODE ANSWERS
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Q: How does a leader improve their negotiation skills?
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A: You need to recognize that negotiation requires three core skills: becoming a better listener, asking better questions, and managing your own and others' emotions.
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Q: Why should leaders avoid asking "why" questions in difficult conversations?
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A: The word "why" is often associated with judgment and criticism, triggering defensive responses and preventing open communication. Instead, use "what" or "how" questions to gather information.
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Q: What is the compassionate curiosity framework in negotiation?
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A: The compassionate curiosity framework has three steps: acknowledge and validate emotions, ask open-ended questions with compassion, and engage in joint problem-solving.
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Connect & Discover Kwame:
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Instagram:@kwamenegotiates
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Podcast:Negotiate Anything
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Website: kwamechristian.com
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LinkedIn:@kwamechristian
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X: @KwameNegotiates
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TikTok:@kwamenegotiates
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YouTube: @TheKwameChristian
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Book: Finding Confidence in Conflict
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Spotify:MickUnplugged
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Instagram: @mickunplugged
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Facebook: @mickunplugged
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YouTube: @MickUnpluggedPodcast
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LinkedIn: @mickhunt
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Website: MickHuntOfficial.com
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