Category: Conflict Resolution

  • Listening Is the Best Way to Resolve Conflicts

    Listening Is the Best Way to Resolve Conflicts

    In a world often mired in discord and disagreement, the art of active listening emerges as a beacon of hope, illuminating the path towards resolution and understanding. “Listening is the best way to resolve conflicts,” asserts Ken Strongman, a seasoned mediator. The better the information you have, the greater your chances of finding a workable…

  • Thanksgiving Conflicts: Navigating Family Gatherings with Grace

    Thanksgiving Conflicts: Navigating Family Gatherings with Grace

    Picture this: the scent of a perfectly roasted turkey fills the air, the table groans under the weight of delicious dishes, and loved ones gather to celebrate Thanksgiving. It’s a heartwarming image, but let’s be honest—Thanksgiving can also be a recipe for potential conflicts, turning your festive feast into a battleground of differing opinions, diets,…

  • Master the Dance of Conflict Resolution: Take Action Today!

    Master the Dance of Conflict Resolution: Take Action Today!

    Conflicts are an undeniable part of human existence, weaving their intricate threads through the tapestry of our lives. Yet, have you ever wondered why conflicts seem to have a recurring cast of characters, like the timeless ingredients in a beloved recipe? In the world of conflicts, needs, perceptions, power, values, and emotions dance together, creating…

  • How To Select a Qualified  Mediator

    How To Select a Qualified Mediator

    How To Select a Qualified Commercial Mediator. When it comes to resolving disputes in a commercial setting, mediation can be an effective solution that can help parties avoid the time and expense of litigation. However, selecting the right mediator is key to a successful outcome. Here are some tips on how to select a qualified…

  • Benefits of Mediation for Businesses of All Sizes

    Benefits of Mediation for Businesses of All Sizes

    Disputes and conflicts are an inevitable part of any business. However, commercial mediation provides an effective alternative to litigation that can help businesses of all sizes resolve disputes more efficiently and effectively. Mediation is a form of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) that involves a neutral third-party facilitating negotiations between conflicting parties. In commercial mediation, a…

  • Future of Mediation in Conflict Resolution

    Future of Mediation in Conflict Resolution

    Conflict is an inevitable part of human interactions, and it is vital to find a way to resolve conflicts to prevent them from escalating and causing more significant problems. For many years, litigation has been the go-to approach for resolving conflicts. However, over the past few decades, commercial mediation has gained popularity as an alternative…

  • How to Prepare for a Commercial Mediation

    Commercial mediation can be an effective way to resolve disputes between businesses. It is a cost-effective and time-efficient way to settle disputes without having to go through the lengthy and costly court system. However, to ensure that your mediation session is successful, it is important to prepare adequately beforehand. Here are some tips on how…

  • Process of Commercial Mediation

    Commercial mediation is a process of resolving disputes that arise in business transactions. It involves a neutral third-party mediator, such as myself, who facilitates negotiations between parties in conflict to arrive at a mutually acceptable resolution. Mediation is a flexible process that allows parties to explore various options for resolving disputes, and it is often…

  • Persuade by orchestrating apologies

    How to persuade others by orchestrating apologies? How to you persuade others by orchestrating apologies? Persuasion is the process of changing minds. Persuasion is an everyday part of human discourse. It is used by salesmen, parents, teachers, and many others – basically all of us. Persuasion in mediation is a two-way street. Long before you…

  • Persuade with induced cooperation.

    Persuading with Induced Cooperation Induced cooperation is a form of persuasion. Persuasion is the process of changing minds. Persuasion is an everyday part of human discourse. It is used by salesmen, parents, teachers, and many others – basically all of us. Persuasion in mediation is a two-way street. Long before you try to influence another…