MSU Extension Conflict Resolution

• Reframe community proposals to reduce conflict

  Published on July 12, 2016
  Many communities promote conflict by how they present an issue to the public. Decrease conflict using this simple strategy.

• The power of listening: It does your family good

  Published on June 22, 2016
  Great listening skills encourages others to talk.

• Truth and Reconciliation Commissions - A Healing Process

  Published on June 16, 2016
  Truth and Reconciliation Commissions have become an important part of acknowledging human rights violations.​

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  Communication across generations – Part 3: A good coach can help if you are willing to learn

  Published on April 15, 2016
  Taking advantage of a mentor or coach in the workplace from a different generation can benefit you.

• Implementing community vision requires detailed strategies

  Published on April 1, 2016
  All too often, community master plans include wonderfully crafted visions and goals, but fall short on the detail needed in the form of individual strategies. It is detailed strategies that are most likely to lead to plan implementation.

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  Communication across generations – Part 2: Different generations have different values

  Published on April 1, 2016
  What values do generations hold? How can we make them work for us in the workplace? Understanding the values can play to your advantage.

• Is there a best way for people to deal with their differences?

  Published on March 8, 2016
  Tips from the book “Getting to Yes: Negotiating Agreement without Giving In” can help you get through your groups differences and avoid a stressful situation for everyone.

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  Communication across generations – Part 1: Serve up an easy return

  Published on March 7, 2016
  Generational differences in the workplace can be a problem. Good communication skills can be helpful.

• Can people with opposing views find common ground?

  Published on February 4, 2016
  Perhaps, but it takes a willingness to move beyond their positions.

• How to plan a meeting that people want to attend

  Published on December 21, 2015
  Start with an outline.