The Power of Mentorship: Ruth Gotian's Guide to Achieving Success

In this featured episode, we sit down with Ruth Gotian, Ed.D., M.S. , a social scientist who studies extreme high achievers. Ruth shares powerful strategies for success that you can incorporate into your personal and professional life right now.

Key Takeaways ??:

?? The Power of Mentorship: Ruth explains that mentors can be everywhere. Instead of searching actively for a mentor, focus on offering value to others. She defines a mentor as someone who recognizes your potential, opens doors, and provides invaluable support.

?? Traits of High Achievers: Learn about the four key elements that drive success for elite performers:

• Intrinsic Motivation
• Hard Work
• Continuous Growth
• Openness to New Knowledge

?? Effective Communication: Discover how to listen deeply and read between the lines. What’s unsaid is often the most crucial part of a conversation.

?? Organic Mentor Relationships: Mentoring relationships thrive on reciprocity and organic connections. Show your value before asking for guidance.

Why You Should Tune In:

??Gain exclusive insights from Dr. Ruth Gotian about mentorship and high achievement.

??Understand how a diverse team of mentors can dramatically enhance your growth.

??Learn the significance of nonverbal cues and deep listening in mentoring.

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This Week on Negotiate Anything:

Ask Me Anything plus a Special Announcement! - LinkedIn Live Event

In this episode, Kwame Christian delves into the transformative power of negotiation by sharing real-life success stories and answering listener questions. We explore how negotiation can bolster your career, improve relationships, and make high-stakes conversations more manageable.?

Listeners will learn:

• Effective strategies for salary negotiation and how to leverage them for significant raises
• How to use body language to your advantage in negotiations and avoid common missteps
• Techniques to maintain positive relationships with clients even during challenging negotiations

Transformative Leadership: Insights from Ex-Green Beret Jan Rutherford

In this episode of Negotiate Anything, Kwame sits down with Jan Rutherford , founder of Self-Reliant Leadership and former Green Beret, to delve into the intricate relationship between negotiation, leadership, and personal responsibility. They discuss the insightful parallels drawn from Jan’s wilderness expeditions and his co-authored book, highlighting the lessons applicable to business and leadership.?

Listeners will learn:

• How to apply the lessons of resilience and endurance to leadership roles
• Strategies for effective negotiation and managing expectations within teams
• The importance of investing time in relationships for successful leadership

Setting Expectations in Negotiations With Lewis VanLandingham

In this episode, Kwame dives deep into advanced negotiation strategies with a special focus on setting and managing expectations. Joined by Lewis VanLandingham , the discussion highlights the pivotal role of upfront contracts and candid communication in both sales and personal relationships.?

Listeners will learn:

• How to create a positive negotiation environment by giving prospects permission to say "no"
• Techniques for establishing mutually agreed upon expectations to make negotiations smoother and more transparent
• The importance of understanding your own and your counterpart's agenda to ensure successful outcomes

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In this enlightening episode of Negotiate Anything, Kwame is joined by Matt Abrahams , a lecturer at Stanford's Graduate School of Business, to delve into the art and science of effective communication and negotiation. Matt Abrahams, introduces his new book Think Faster, Talk Smarter, which offers practical insights on honing communication skills for spontaneous situations.?

Listeners will learn:

• How to shift your communication mindset from perfectionism to connection
• Practical tools and techniques to improve spontaneous speaking skills, including methods from improvisation
• The importance of understanding and empathy in high-stakes negotiations and feedback, with tangible advice on handling difficult conversations

How to Prep for a Negotiation with Susan Borke, Esq.

In this episode, Kwame sits down with Susan Borke, J.D. (She/Her) , the founder of Borkworks, as she shares her extensive experience and insights into the art of negotiation. Susan delves into her background as in-house counsel at the National Geographic Society and reveals how she developed a successful negotiation skills course for their staff.?

Listeners will learn:

• How to effectively prepare for negotiations by understanding your goals and researching your counterpart
• The importance of rehearsal and visualization in anticipating negotiation scenarios
• Techniques for active listening and summarizing to ensure mutual understanding during difficult conversations

Finding Confidence in Conflict - Highlight reel

In this highlight reel episode of Negotiate Anything, we explore some of the most impactful moments from our conversations on negotiation techniques, strategies, and real-life applications.

Listeners will learn:

• How to build confidence and approach salary negotiations with a strategic mindset
• Techniques to depersonalize and defuse emotional tension during negotiations
• Practical steps to desensitize yourself to the fear of rejection and turn it into an advantage