With elections in full swing in the US and UK, conflict is being played out not only in the corridors of power, but also in homes, communities, and workplaces. Staunch supporters on each side extoll the virtues of their candidates, fixed in their views and unable to listen to those with a different opinion. Whichever […]
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Thursday 4 July 2024 | Author:
Anna Shields
Conflict at work is a mental health issue. According to a CIPD report, just over one-third (35%) of UK employees experience conflict each year, and 56% of these report experiencing stress, anxiety, and/or depression as a result. Research with workplace mediation parties backs this up, with 75% stating that workplace conflict affected their mental health and 65% stating it […]
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Tuesday 14 May 2024 | Author:
Anna Shields
Conflict in teams is becoming more complex. Global trends, such as increased disconnection and Gen Z entering the workforce, are changing team dynamics. Although conflict, when managed constructively, is beneficial to high-performing teams, harmful conflict will negatively affect the health and productivity of individuals and teams. With managers juggling multiple pressures, ignoring interpersonal challenges at work […]
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Monday 29 April 2024 | Author:
Anna Shields
Feeling disrespected at work can be tough – whether it’s the abrupt email you received, the way you were undermined in a meeting, or the series of microaggressions that have eroded your confidence. If there’s one word that comes up repeatedly in workplace mediation, it’s respect. “You don’t respect my opinion.” “You treat me with a […]
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Wednesday 3 April 2024 | Author:
Anna Shields
The workplace has experienced significant changes over the past few years. The growth of hybrid working has blurred the lines between work and personal life. According to Deloitte’s 2024 Global Human Capital Trends, the workplace is not always a specific place, and many employees are no longer traditionally employed. This means boundaries are falling away. Technological […]
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Thursday 7 March 2024 | Author:
Anna Shields