September 2011

Do-it-yourself mediator

by Jane Beddall on September 28, 2011

I was struck last week at the panel presentation on conflict by how hungry folks can be for tips on how to handle conflict on our own with techniques that mediators use.  When a mediator is at work, it’s an essential part of the process that the person is neutral and not a party to the dispute or even interested personally on  how it is resolved. Obviously, that’s a big distinction between “do it yourself” and having a third party assist in a mediation process.

However, some of the techniques mediator use can be helpful in conflict prevention, reduction, and resolution. More next time on some specifics.

“Confronting Conflict” panel discussion

by Jane Beddall on September 19, 2011

I will be speaking on September 20, 2011 as part of a panel discussion on “Confronting Conflict”, including practical tips on dealing with conflict in your life and work.

The presentation is the latest in Xcel, Inc.’s Hartford, CT networking series.

Xcel, Inc., a not-for-profit organization, provides educational and networking opportunities to female students and professional women. It is more formally known as The Females’ Center of Leadership and Excellence, Inc.

The event begins at 6:00 p.m. For more information or to register, visit Xcel’s website, http://www.xcelinc.org, or contact me.