Caucus-only mediation has become increasingly popular in many mediations for business, insurance, even more personal situations such as estate and workplace disputes. Recent research shows that the caucus-only mediation approach has negative consequences. As an experienced mediator, that research conclusion was not a surprise to me.
Mediator Education Program
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Fundamentals of Mediation
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Mediation Beyond the Basics
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Advanced Mediation
Conflict Resolution
How Not to Be Stupid
How not to be stupid is a subject that is smart to think about. Stupidity is not lack of intelligence but a symptom of intelligence being overridden in a complex environment.
The Gift of Being Wrong
As a special gift at this year-end, let’s give ourselves the freedom to be wrong. Get unstuck from the pressure of being right. Go ahead and make mistakes.
Use Your Power!
When I talk to people involved in a conflict, often both tell me they feel powerless. It is a very common perception.
Let’s Get Serious about Stopping Sexual Harassment
It is essential for all of us to have basic knowledge of human rights law, how it applies in our workplace, and what to do if there is a complaint. In January 2018, the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario granted a female retail worker one of its largest-ever damage awards. The facts of the case illustrate how much remains to be done in educating everyone in the workplace; individuals, people leaders, those with complaints, and those who observe harassment.
Just Listen!
The feeling that you are not being listened to is very frustrating. Relationships have been ended because of this feeling, in families, in workplaces and in business.
Guerilla Bridge Building – Conflict Management For Leaders
First there was guerilla warfare, then the concept was expanded to non-military ideas like guerilla marketing and guerilla bloggers. Now we have guerilla bridge building.
Conflict management skills are important for a leader no matter what the job title is. Left to fester, conflict can spread in the organization, consume resources, and become even more difficult to resolve.
Gift- Giving Season Without Conflict: 5 Tips AND a New Year Challenge!
Surprisingly often we find ourselves in conflict with others about giving and receiving gifts. Gift-giving seems like it should be simple and conflict-free. We are making an effort to positively acknowledge another person with a gift. However many of us have found it’s not that easy.
New Hybrid Dispute Resolution Process Supports Reconciliation with First Nations
What should First Nations do when disagreements arise about treaty rights? An new hybrid dispute resolution process is described in a recent issue of Macleans magazine. Authors John Beaucage, Alicia Kuin, and Paul Iacono have developed a culturally sensitive team approach for resolution of disputes in support of reconciliation.
Build your conflict resolution skills this fall ! Reserve your place in Fundamentals of Mediation starting September 27.
“Developing effective conflict resolution skill sets are an essential component of a building a sustainable business model. Unresolved conflict often results in loss of productivity, the stifling of creativity, and the creation of barriers to cooperation and collaboration.”
Build your conflict resolution skills. Register for the Mediator Education Program at Munn Conflict Resolution Services this fall.
Mediator Education Program
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1
Fundamentals of Mediation
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2
Mediation Beyond the Basics
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3
Advanced Mediation