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3 Questions Leaders Should Ask Themselves To Expand Perspectives

Perspective-taking is a valuable leadership skill. The ability to see things from another person’s position facilitates productive debate, helps us work through problems, and build trusting relationships. Considering a range of perspectives is also an essential part of conflict resolution. Yet when people find themselves in challenging situations, perspective is often the first thing to […]

Category: Forbes | Wednesday 7 September 2022 | Author: Anna Shields
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Why the increased demand for conflict resolution services?

Numerous factors are contributing to significant increases in demand by organisations for conflict resolution services, particularly mediation. Worryingly, organisations are also experiencing an escalation of formal employee grievances. Some of the reasons for this relate to the disruption to our lives caused by the pandemic, which has put extensive pressure on HR professionals and managers. This has […]

Category: HR Magazine | Wednesday 10 August 2022 | Author: Alex Efthymiades
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After The Great Resignation, Is The Great Grievance Next?

2021 was the start of the Great Resignation, when millions of workers left their jobs. This year, there are signs of a new workplace trend, one that is impacting employers and employees alike. Workplace mediators are seeing a significant increase in employee disputes being referred for mediation after a grievance has been raised, indicating that employees are […]

Category: Forbes | Wednesday 3 August 2022 | Author: Anna Shields
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Excess Baggage? Unpacking The Conflict Luggage You Carry Into Work

The summer holiday season is in full swing, with news of flight cancellations, challenging journeys and mountains of luggage. After a few years of staycations, workers are looking forward to traveling further afield. They are booking their time off, doublechecking travel insurance and turning their minds to what to pack in their suitcases. What will […]

Category: Forbes | Friday 8 July 2022 | Author: Anna Shields
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7 ways to tackle negativity in the workplace

As finance teams negotiate their way through the volatility and stress triggered by the ongoing pandemic and global challenges, some leaders may channel their own negativity and frustration into the work environment. Unless proactively identified and addressed, this negativity can seep into the workplace culture and ultimately harm the organisation if it becomes a longstanding […]

Category: Financial Management | Wednesday 29 June 2022 | Author: Alex Efthymiades
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