Maya Wants Growth, Tom Fears Risk: Managing Conflict in Business Partnerships

Maya Wants Growth, Tom Fears Risk: Managing Conflict in Business Partnerships

Author: Simon Goode August 10, 2026 Duration: 40:21
In this episode, Simon Goode analyzes a case study involving business partners Maya and Tom, whose differing visions for their agency lead to escalating conflict and operational challenges. Simon Goode breaks down the situation using the five types of conflict and discusses practical reflective tools, negotiation tactics, and structural solutions to help navigate such dilemmas. The episode emphasizes the importance of meta-analysis, clear communication, and empathy in resolving conflicts with...

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.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

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When Clients Push for Discounts: Conflict Skills and Solutions [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:23
In this episode, Simon Goode explores a real-life case study of a client requesting a discount for mediation services, analyzing the situation using conflict resolution frameworks. He breaks down the negotiation through…
Essential Ground Rules for Successful Workplace Mediation [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:50
In this episode, Simon Goode outlines the importance of setting clear ground rules for workplace mediation to foster productive and respectful conversations. He explains his collaborative approach to developing these gui…
Four Restorative Questions to Stop Rumination After Conflict [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:35
In this episode, Simon Goode explores the topic of rumination, particularly in the context of conflict, and demonstrates his personal reflective practice to address intrusive thoughts. He walks through Terry O’Connell’s…
Insights on Conflict, Self-Regulation, and Philosophical Humility [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:41
Welcome to the Conflict Skills Podcast, hosted by professional mediator Simon Goode. This episode marks a personal milestone, as Simon Goode reflects on his 45th birthday and the lessons learned through years of mediatin…