5 Top Conflict Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

5 Top Conflict Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Author: Simon Goode July 3, 2024 Duration: 18:55
In this episode of the Conflict Skills Podcast, host Simon Goode delves into five common conflict mistakes, beginning with the damaging impact of the phrase "calm down." He explores why such phrases are often counterproductive and provides alternative strategies for more effective communication. Simon also underscores the importance of maintaining a self-aware and collaborative approach to conflict resolution, avoiding quick fixes and focusing on genuine empathetic engagement.Click here to se...

Simon Goode has spent years in the quiet, often tense rooms where professional mediation happens. He brings that experience directly into each episode of Conflict Skills, moving beyond theory to the tangible techniques that actually defuse tensions. This isn't about abstract concepts; it's a practical guide for the everyday disagreements that arise in boardrooms, between business partners, or even within your own team. You'll hear Simon break down real scenarios, analyzing where conversations fracture and how to steer them toward resolution. The podcast serves as a kind of audio toolkit, offering actionable steps you can apply immediately, whether you're an entrepreneur facing a partnership dispute, a manager navigating team dynamics, or simply someone looking to handle personal conflicts with more grace. Expect a focus on clear communication, de-escalation tactics, and the structural approaches used by professional mediators. By listening, you gain access to the kind of insights usually reserved for closed-door sessions, all framed within Simon's straightforward, experience-driven perspective. Tune in to transform conflict from a source of stress into an opportunity for constructive dialogue and stronger outcomes.
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Duration: 54:50
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Duration: 15:49
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Duration: 42:07
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