The One Thing to Do Before Signing Any Contract — Most People Skip It

The One Thing to Do Before Signing Any Contract — Most People Skip It

Contracts don’t secure deals — trust does. In this episode, Courtney Kelly reveals the hidden truth behind successful negotiations in high-stakes construction: building strong relationships before a single document is signed. As a pioneering project manager in a male-dominated industry, Courtney shares how proactive trust-building, emotional intelligence, and strategic communication transform conflict into collaboration. Whether you’re managing multi-million dollar projects or everyday deals, this conversation will change how you negotiate — and how people respond to you. Connect with Courtney Kelly ⁠Follow Courtney Lynn Kelly on LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Courtney Kelly Books website⁠ ⁠McCarthy Building Companies Inc. LinkedIn page⁠ ⁠Mc Carthy website Contact ANI ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠negotiateanything.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click here to buy your copy of Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life!

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

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

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...

28 Jun 202533min

Stop Building a Business—Start Building a Movement

Stop Building a Business—Start Building a Movement

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." T...

27 Jun 202533min

The One Skill That Separates Good Salespeople from Great Negotiators

The One Skill That Separates Good Salespeople from Great Negotiators

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 ave...

26 Jun 202529min

Stop Networking. Start Building Real Relationships

Stop Networking. Start Building Real Relationships

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 ...

25 Jun 20251h 2min

Think Being Honest Builds Trust? Not Always — Learn What Actually Works

Think Being Honest Builds Trust? Not Always — Learn What Actually Works

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 be...

24 Jun 202538min

What Kids Really Teach Us About Negotiation

What Kids Really Teach Us About Negotiation

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 negot...

23 Jun 202538min

The Salary Negotiation Skills No One Ever Taught You (But Should Have)

The Salary Negotiation Skills No One Ever Taught You (But Should Have)

Your paycheck isn’t just a number — it’s a reflection of what you believe you deserve. But most of us were never taught how to ask for more. In this raw and practical episode, LinkedIn journalist and ...

22 Jun 202528min

You Can’t Change Them—But You Can Outsmart Them: How to Deal With Stubborn People in Negotiation

You Can’t Change Them—But You Can Outsmart Them: How to Deal With Stubborn People in Negotiation

They won’t listen. They won’t budge. And every argument feels like running into a wall. Sound familiar? In this episode, Kwame Christian breaks down exactly how to deal with stubborn people in negotia...

21 Jun 202527min

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