MSU Extension Conflict Resolution

• Launching a Community Leadership Program

  Published on April 10, 2017
  A few basic items are essential when considering the creation of a leadership series or process.

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  What does “collaboration” really mean?

  Published on December 15, 2016
  Understanding the collaborative process can help address complex natural resource issues.

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  Outstanding staff meetings for educational settings – Part 2

  Published on November 30, 2016
  Conduct more effective meetings by setting ground rules and teaching staff to develop facilitation skills.

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  Outstanding staff meetings for educational settings – Part 1

  Published on November 30, 2016
  We should use our valuable, face-to-face time to strengthen relationships with the people we work with.

• New County Commissioner Workshop registration now open

  Published on October 12, 2016
  MSU Extension and the Michigan Association of Counties co-sponsor the 2016 New County Commissioner Workshops for newly elected commissioners, experienced commissioners, elected officials, and staff interested in learning more about county government.

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  Gossip in early childhood education programs

  Published on September 14, 2016
  “Did you hear about…?” Directors can have a lot of influence over how much gossip goes on in a program.

• Human relations matter: Part two

  Published on August 16, 2016
  Study like a salesman to learn techniques that will develop and improve communication skills and strengthen relationships.

• Five levels of community partnerships

  Published on July 18, 2016
  This framework can help a community or organization assess what level of collaboration best meets their needs.

• Facilitative leaders foster a positive environment

  Published on July 14, 2016
  There are inherent limitations to the practice of traditional autocratic leadership.

• NIMBY solutions – Part one

  Published on July 14, 2016
  Four tools with a track record of success