Archive for 2011:
Got Conflict? Unraveling the Problem
“Got Conflict?” We all have conflict in our lives…some more complex than others. Sometimes, we are so entrenched in our problem that we lose sight and it feels too complicated to figure out or we solve the wrong problem. Stephen Kotev, my guest co-host and I will discuss a simple way to begin to unravel the problem and look at it from different perspectives. Using the same concept, you will also be able to think through how to approach the problem and put your energies in resolving it more effectively.
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Helping People Find Their Way Through Conflict
Cinnie Noble is a pioneer of conflict management coaching (also known as conflict coaching). In this show, Cinnie will talk about her coaching model that was well researched and designed to help people on a one-on-one basis to improve the way they manage their interpersonal disputes. Cinnie will also share 7 important things she has learned about people in conflict.
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Texas Conflict Coach – 100th Episode Celebration
It has been quite the journey since April 2009 when The Texas Conflict Coach Blog Talk Radio show launched with its inaugural episode. We have had fabulous guests, great topics, and a wonderful special guest host, Zena Zumeta join us this year. We invite you to join us for this special celebration anniversary show by calling in, joining us in the chat room, or e-mailing me at lucy@conflictconnections.com with your favorite show and how it impacted you. We would love to hear your comments and feedback.
Past guests will be joining us on the show to give us updates since we last spoke to them. And, we will have a special gift for the 5th and 10th caller that night. Don’t miss out…join us for the celebration!
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October Show Line Up – The Texas Conflict Coach
The Texas Conflict Coach™ blog talk radio show announces its October show lineup. We hope you can join us. We appreciate you spreading the word.
The Texas Conflict Coach blog talk radio show will host a number of special guests.
When: Every Tuesday evening
Time: 5:00-5:30 pm PST/ 7:00-7:30 pm CST/8:00-8:30 pm EST
How: Call in live at 347-324-3591
Listen live and join the chat at www.blogtalkradio.com/texas-conflict-coach
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Listen to archive shows and learn more at www.texasconflictcoach.com
October 4 – How to SOLVE Your Conflicts
Eileen Dowse, an international consultant and an award-winning author of “The Naked Manager-How to Build Open Relationships at Work” will introduce her SOLVE model as a way to address issues and build long-lasting solutions.
October 11 – The Top 10 List – Strategies for Constructive Conflict Engagement
Pattie Porter, host of the Texas Conflict Coach, will share her top 10 strategies for dealing with conflict constructively.
October 18 – Workplace Mediation Involving People with Disabilities: Collaborating to Make it Accessible
This special program honors Disability Employment Awareness month in October. Special guest, Judy Cohen and Project Coordinator for the ADA Mediation Guidelines, talks about steps employers and employees should take to make sure that employees with disabilities can fully participate in the process.
October 25 – Understanding the Benefits of Online Dispute Resolution – Cyberweek 2011
As part of Cyberweek 2011 hosted by the Werner Institute at Creighton University via ADRHub.com, we will talk LIVE with Online Dispute Resolution (ODR) experts Noam Ebner, Colin Rule and Dan Rainey. This show focuses on how online dispute resolution processes are used to deal with disputes, the various forms of ODR processes, and the benefits and challenges to using virtual communications.
Forgiveness: The Gift You Give Yourself
Holding on to resentment is like hauling around a red-hot coal with the intention of one day throwing it back at the one who hurt you. The coal burns not only your hands, but also your hearts. The burden of blame and anger causes pain, heartache, and possible health problems for the person carrying them. Forgiveness is a powerful tool that can replace anger, blame, and discontent with hope, joy, peace, and contentment. Learn how to take the first step on the path toward forgiveness and emotional freedom.
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Understanding the Benefits of Online Dispute Resolution – Cyberweek 2011
Join us for Cyberweek 2011 – the annual virtual conference dedicated to the innovations and developments of Online Dispute Resolution (ODR) hosted by Werner Institute at Creighton University via ADRHub.com. This show will focus on how online dispute resolution processes are used to deal with disputes, the various forms of ODR processes, and the benefits and challenges to using virtual communications.
The show highlights ODR experts in the field.
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Workplace Mediation Involving People With Disabilities: Collaborating to Make It Accessible
Special Program for Disability Employment Awareness Month
Mediations in the workplace involving employees with disabilities may — or may not — be about legal rights. Whatever the subject of the mediation is–whether it’s an interpersonal dispute, a conflict between employee and supervisor, or a reasonable accommodation negotiation–it needs to be accessible to the person with a disability. Judy Cohen, Project Coordinator of the ADA Mediation Guidelines, will talk about steps employers and employees should take to make sure that employees with disabilities can fully participate in the process.
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Top 10 List…Strategies for Constructive Conflict Engagement
In October, we celebrate International Conflict Resolution Day as well as International Peace Day. Soon, I will also be celebrating my 10 year anniversary as a woman-owned business with Conflict Connections Inc.. As a way to honor this anniversary, I will share with you the Top 10 strategies for dealing with conflict constructively. These strategies and tips coms with almost 18 years of experience as a conflict resolution practitioner, and from a place, just like you, one who deals with personal conflict in everyday life.
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Back to Conflict Basics – September Series
The Texas Conflict Coach™ blog talk radio show announces its Back to Conflict Basics series for September. This series is intended to educate consumers and the public with the basics to managing conflict.
We appreciate you spreading the word.
The Texas Conflict Coach blog talk radio show will host a number of special guests.
When: Every Tuesday evening
Time: 5:00-5:30 pm PST/ 7:00-7:30 pm CST/8:00-8:30 pm EST
How: Call in live at 347-324-3591
Listen live and join the chat at www.blogtalkradio.com/texas-conflict-coach
Listen to archive shows or learn more at www.texasconflictcoach.com
September 6 – What Gives Conflict a Bad Name?
Susan Shearouse, author of Conflict 101: A Manager’s Guide to Resolving Problems So Everyone Can Get Back to Work will discuss the stumbling blocks to resolving conflict effectively and the strategies for addressing conflict at various escalation points.
September 13 – The Science and Fun of Nonverbal Communication
Jeff Thompson, a New York Police Detective and mediator, will address the nonverbal cues in body language and gestures that impact our communications. Learn about some fun facts and his METTA acronym to nonverbal cues.
September 20 – Beyond Fight or Flight: Making Different Choices to How We Approach Conflict
Zena Zumeta, special guest host of the Texas Conflict Coach and I (Pattie Porter-Host) will go beyond the instinctual fight or flight responses to when we feel threatened and examine other choices we can make.
September 27 – How to Have Crucial Conversations: Tools for Talking When Stakes are High
Randy Mayes, Executive Coach, addresses crucial conversations and how It approaches the issue in a very human way that stimulates our desire to relate to others while feeling good about us. There are real and concrete methods for getting control of yourself and staying focused through those challenging moments that pop up in everyone’s life.
Beyond Fight or Flight – Making Different Choices to How We Approach Conflict
You’ve heard it before…instinctively, when anyone feels threatened our brain kicks into gear with a fight or flight response. We either stand up and fight to protect ourselves, or we run away from the threat. It is biologically part of who we are as humans. There are other choices we can make when we feel threatened in a confrontation. Choices and different behavioral approaches to dealing with conflict more effectively and constructively. In this show segment, Zena Zumeta and I will discuss the 5 primary approaches to help you manage conflict more effectively going beyond just fight or flight responses.
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