Great Pond Resolutions

10/08/2015

With the right approach, the most common source of workplace stress can lead to unexpected and powerful benefits.

http://greatpondresolutions.com/the-gift-of-workplace-conflict/

02/11/2015

Ever get into an argument at work and 15 minutes later think to yourself: “Why did I just say that!?” One reason: research has shown we literally get stupider when we are upset. Check out these ten strategies to prevent yourself from saying things you’ll later regret.

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Ever get into an argument at work and 15 minutes later think to yourself: “Why the hell did I just say that!?” One reason: research has shown we literally ge...

01/10/2015

Evolution is great! Opposable thumbs. Walking erect. Corn chips.

But when it comes to getting along at work, evolution has kind of failed us. Find out how in the newest, 3 minute issue of "Working Together." And be prepared for the lion…

http://greatpondresolutions.com/its-not-really-a-jungle-out-there/

Evolution is great: opposable thumbs; walking erect; corn chips. But when it comes to getting along at work, evolution has kind of failed us. Find out how in this video. And be prepared for the lion…

12/17/2014

When you find yourself in a difficult conversation or conflict at work, there are many constructive moves you can make. But they all rest upon a foundation of one crucial move. I demonstrate it for you here.

http://greatpondresolutions.com/the-1-best-most-excellent-conflict-resolution-move/

When you find yourself in a difficult conversation or conflict at work, there are many constructive moves you can make. But they all rest upon a foundation of one crucial move. I demonstrate it for you here.

11/08/2014

New video on the site! When it comes to resolving conflicts at work, more information—particularly about why people want what they want—generally leads to better solutions. This true story illustrates how it can work.

http://greatpondresolutions.com/a-tale-of-two-payments/

When it comes to resolving conflicts at work, more information—particularly about why people want what they want—generally leads to better solutions. This true story illustrates how it can work.

10/22/2014

If you merely assert what you want when you negotiate, you’re bound to get mediocre results. Uncovering the motivation behind people’s demands, however, often leads to elegant, and more effective, solutions.

http://greatpondresolutions.com/interests-and-positions/

If you merely assert what you want when you negotiate, you’re bound to get mediocre results. Uncovering the motivation behind people’s demands, however, often leads to elegant, and more effective, solutions.

09/24/2014

"Collaborate More" - the first in a series of videos from Great Pond Resolutions. Be sure to sign up for the video newsletter on the site to receive these. Thanks for watching!

http://greatpondresolutions.com/collaborate-more/

There are a range of effective approaches to resolving conflict in the workplace. But for the best results, you should use one approach–collaboration–much more frequently than the others.