by James Dykeman | May 18, 2023 | Blog
Beyond the Surface of Restorative Practices is a compelling and enlightening book that explores the transformative potential of restorative justice, emphasizing the importance of equity, connection, and healing in building a more inclusive and compassionate society....
by James Dykeman | Apr 27, 2023 | Blog, Book Review
The Human Network by Matthew O. Jackson is a fascinating exploration of the power of social networks in shaping our beliefs, behaviors, and, ultimately, our position in society. One of the book’s key themes is the idea that our social position within a network...
by James Dykeman | Apr 21, 2023 | Blog, News, Top
Don’t be afraid to try new things and branch out from what you know to new and uncharted territory – that’s what the social media gurus are always saying when talking about going for a promotion or changing careers. Make a change, they say. The realities are often...
by James Dykeman | Mar 30, 2023 | Blog, News, Top
How do we approach a conflict scenario when the odds seem stacked against us? This imbalance can seem most plain when a person with apparent wealth sits across from someone with few financial resources. In this scenario, as often plays out in the courts, those with...
by James Dykeman | Mar 29, 2023 | Blog, Book Review, News, Top
The Dynamics of Conflict: A Guide to Engagement and Intervention by Bernard S. Mayer is a comprehensive and practical guide for conflict resolution and mediation professionals. Mayer has structured the book in a way that is easy to follow and provides clear...
by James Dykeman | Feb 28, 2023 | Blog, Top 3
Many people understand that when the boss is in the room, that person holds sway, at least in a workplace setting, with many other hierarchies to be aware of, formal and informal. Outside of apparent hierarchies in legal and professional spheres, a common assumption...
by James Dykeman | Feb 27, 2023 | Blog, Book Review, Media Review, Top
Just as the Understanding-Based Model of conflict resolution was initially born out of a desire to provide an alternative to longstanding assumptions about settling disputes at the barrel of the court system, new and innovative approaches to overcoming the challenges...
by James Dykeman | Jan 27, 2023 | Blog, Book Review
There is a difference between feedback and criticism, but for many of us, it can seem like the same thing, especially when we are not ready for nor have we asked to receive it. It becomes challenging to sift through the river of information colleagues, supervisors,...
by James Dykeman | Jan 19, 2023 | Blog, Top
Being a conflict resolution and mediation professional can seem like a lonely endeavor, as many have transitioned from legal professions, management roles, and other industries, leaving behind support networks and professional associations in pursuit of a new career...
by James Dykeman | Dec 23, 2022 | Blog
People say “talk is cheap” because words come easily, don’t cost a thing, and can be used as an apparent quick fix to a thorny problem. Salespeople overcome objections with fanciful responses designed to put an unsure mind at ease. Politicians always seem to know what...
