Read the Room

Posted on August 4, 2014 by Maria Hanna Joseph

thVirtually every mediation I conduct begins with a need to adjust my expectations. The reality in the room is simply impossible to predict. I bring attention to this because it is often pivotal in the process of mediating and its results.   Continue reading →

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Leave the Doors Open

Posted on July 21, 2014 by Maria Hanna Joseph

When frustration hits over a mediation falling short of resolution, or the difficulty of even getting to the table, take heart. Time is at work!

Minds may take a while to meet over the decision to mediate, itself. Settlements can and do happen post session.  Either way you benefit since decisions made after contemplation tend to engender greater commitment.

Keep this in mind and leave the doors open.

Door Open

 

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On managing (adopting?) flexible working environments

Posted on July 9, 2014 by Maria Hanna Joseph

Maybe not as unmanageable as you’d think.  Read about some interesting considerations for employers and employees, gained from another’s governing perspective. http://lnkd.in/dw6iZdr

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In support of reducing work environment stress

Posted on July 8, 2014 by Maria Hanna Joseph

In support of reducing work environment stress, interact, but w/o judgment: HR Magazine – Mediation and mindfulness

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The Role of Patience

Posted on July 7, 2014 by Maria Hanna Joseph

Patience.ImageToo often, people act quickly on negative first impressions about the likelihood of settling and do not give the parties and the process time. Without patience, they throw in the towel and end up with ensuing litigation without really knowing if it was avoidable.   Continue reading →

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