Conflict Skills

Conflict Skills

Author: Simon Goode Language: English Episodes: 100
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.
Episodes
Tools to Effectively Digest and Process Conflict [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:10
In this episode, Simon Goode explores how we can "digest" conflict experiences by using practical self-regulation techniques in the moment, immediately after, and over the long term. He shares tools like mindful breathin…
3 Steps To Rebuild Trust After Workplace Conflict [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:14
Conflict is an inevitable part of life—whether we’re navigating tricky workplace dynamics, strained family relationships, or friction among friends. While resolving the immediate dispute is hard enough, what happens next…
The Hubris Of Conflict Resolution Expertise [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:00
In episode 73 of the Conflict Skills Podcast, host Simon Goode discusses the challenges and complexities of being labeled a conflict resolution expert, sharing personal experiences of feeling overwhelmed by conflicts des…
5 Tips To Overcome Conflict Avoidance and Improve Assertiveness [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:16
In this episode of the Conflict Skills Podcast, I provide 5 useful tools for individuals who are conflict avoidant, providing strategies to help them manage conflicts more effectively in various relationships. He emphasi…
How to Manage Emotions in Performance Management Conversations [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:20
In today's episode of the Conflict Skills Podcast with host Simon Goode, we dive into the crucial topic of managing emotions during performance management meetings. Simon, a seasoned professional mediator, addresses the…
Five Strategies to Say No - Firmly and Respectfully [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:50
In this episode of the Conflict Skills Podcast, host and professional mediator, Simon Goode, delves into the art of saying 'no' with confidence and kindness. Reflecting on personal experiences, including morning challeng…