
Borrowing the Skills of a Mediator: Resolving Conflict Quickly and Early
The complete toolkit to resolve and prevent conflict.
Why should you attend?
After this training, participants will have the tools to better:
- Recognize and leverage the opportunities inherent in workplace conflict.
- Apply interest-based mediation techniques to resolve disputes effectively.
- Develop and refine communication skills crucial for mediation and conflict resolution.
- Navigate and overcome obstacles using both basic mediation skills and advanced mediation strategies to achieve mutual understanding and resolution.
Training Overview
Conflict in the workplace is often perceived as a hurdle to productivity, but when managed effectively, it can be a powerful driver of innovation and growth. "Borrowing the Skills of a Mediator: Resolving Conflict Quickly and Early" equips professionals with the essential mediation skills needed to turn conflicts into opportunities for positive change. This training delves into the core principles of mediation and provides practical strategies to address conflicts constructively.
By mastering these techniques, participants will foster a culture of understanding and collaboration, leading to a more harmonious and productive workplace. According to the American Management Association, effectively managing conflict can enhance relationships, improve communication, and build trust. (American Management Association, 2024).

Training Content
What are the opportunities of conflict – and how do we get there?
- Exploring different approaches to managing conflict and understanding its potential as an opportunity.
- Setting the stage for maximizing conflict opportunities by borrowing mediator skills.
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5 MINS
What are the foundational underpinnings of mediation?
- Understanding the interest-based approach and its key concepts: interests, options, and alternatives.
- Integrating these concepts into the workplace to address problems while fostering connection and creativity.


What are the foundational skills of a mediator?
- Developing and practicing essential communication skills for constructive conflict resolution.
- Tools such as listening to understand and reframing to address conflicts in the moment.
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5 MINS
How to navigate obstacles and employ strategies to move forward?
- Identifying obstacles to conflict resolution and employing advanced tools such as priming, reframing, and perspective-taking.
- Achieving understanding and overcoming challenges to resolve conflicts quickly and efficiently.
Who is this training for?
This training is ideal for:
- Managers and Team Leaders
- HR Professionals
- Project Managers
- Anyone involved in conflict resolution and mediation within their organization.
- Participants will learn practical mediation skills and techniques that can be applied immediately to resolve conflicts efficiently and effectively.
Training Details
Price:
JAMS Pathways offers a flexible pricing model tailored to the specific needs and scope of each training, which aims to provide the best value based on the duration and complexity of the training required.Location:
In-person, virtual, or hybrid.Duration:
Two days (optional flexible duration – from a 60-minute session to a one-week workshop).Type of Exercises:
Interactive workshops, discussions, and real-life scenario analysis.Did you know?

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