One of the common questions I get as I lead workshops and work with my coaching clients is: How do I decide if a conflict is worth the effort to resolve? I think this is a great question. Honestly, … [Read more...]
Do This If You Want to Guarantee Conflict Escalation
Today, as I sat in an airport business lounge waiting for a flight, I overheard bits and pieces of another traveler's conversation. I wasn't trying to overhear. I just couldn't help but overhear … [Read more...]
Twenty-seven Years and Lots of Relationships
As I write this post, I am sitting in a hotel in the suburbs of Chicago getting ready for an afternoon session with a client I have known for several years. I am also reflecting on the fact that … [Read more...]
Employee Motivation: Compliance or Commitment?
Whether you are trying to resolve a conflict, coach an employee, or correct your child's behavior; you have to wrestle with your real goals. You have to ask yourself, "Do I want compliance or … [Read more...]
Conflict Resolution Tips: The Power of Patience
A few weeks ago, I wrote a post in the ABC's of Life series on forgiveness. Today, I got a comment from Aled Davies with a link to a post on his blog about 5 Steps to Forgiveness. I really liked … [Read more...]
Conflict Prevention: Just Fix the Problem
I am not always "on my game." Teaching conflict resolution, problem solving, interaction dynamics, and leadership skills does not make me perfect at applying them. It does make me aware, and that … [Read more...]
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