Tag: Real Estate Mediation

  • FAQ: Why you might not mediate?

    To Mediate or Not? The key issue is whether a party is ready to seriously attempt a negotiated settlement. If a party is insisting on pre-conditions to a mediation or sees the mediation as an opportunity to “send a message” rather than an opportunity to resolve, then there may be little prospect that a successful…

  • Negotiation Tips for resolving conflicts.

    Negotiation is an Important Skill Negotiation is an important skill in mediation or any conflict resolution. It is needed for the parties to come to an agreement and thereby resolve a conflict.  It doesn’t matter if the conflict developed at home or at work, or in any leadership situation.   Separate People from the Problem When…

  • FAQ: When is mediation appropriate?

    FAQ: When is mediation appropriate? Mediation can take place at any stage from before legal proceedings are issued up until trial and even after trial. Obviously, the earlier mediation takes place, the better chance of saving costs, avoiding publicity and possibly preserving future relations between the parties. However, at a later stage in proceedings mediation…

  • Being aware of others is important to conflict resolution

    Being Aware of Others is an Important Step to Resolve Conflicts Being aware of others is an important step to conflict resolution.  Being aware of others helps you adjust the situation for a good outcome.  It is important to be aware of their physical comfort and any other factors that might be affecting their emotions. …

  • FAQ: What is the role of the mediator?

    Role of the Mediator The role of the mediator is not set in stone. Typically the mediator acts as a neutral third party and facilitates rather than directs the process. At all times, the parties and not the mediator control the outcome of the process. Establish a Process A good mediator is somebody who is…

  • When are people most likely to do what you ask?

    When are people most likely to do what you ask?  (Especially if it is something they are not excited about!) ·     When they trust you ·     Experience shows you are a reliable leader and ally ·     They understand you make decisions for the good of the group ·     They know you care about them How…

  • FAQ: What are the potential benefits of mediation?

    FAQ: What are the potential benefits of mediation? It is: A voluntary and confidential process where participants determine the outcome for themselves rather than it being determined by a Judge, jury or an Arbitrator. Offers a wider range of possible outcomes than can ever be determined by a Court. Provides an opportunity for the parties…

  • You need to be aware of yourself before you can resolve a conflict.

    If you are upset or angry, it affects how you relate to others.  You must be aware of your own emotions.  We all have them, so don’t deny them.  If necessary you may need to call a time-out to let your own emotions cool down. It is not just having an understanding of your own…

  • FAQ: What is Mediation?

    Mediation is a form of alternative dispute resolution (ADR), which can be used as a way of resolving a dispute between two or more parties with the assistance of a mediator who acts as a neutral third party and facilitates the process with a view to the parties voluntarily negotiating a settlement of their dispute. …

  • Steps to Resolve Conflict.

    There are basic steps to resolve conflicts. All leaders are bound to encounter difficulties between two people or groups.  This will happen when the team is in the ‘storming’ stage of team development.  In this stage the conflict may not be completely obvious.  It’s quite true that some will act out their issues.  Others can…