Alternative Resolutions, LLC

02/27/2025

Civility is a challenge in today’s political, professional, and organizational life. Lack of civility causes conflict to erupt. Business and association leaders know this all too well, serving as the conveners for different interests to come together when they build coalitions. Let’s take a deeper dive into how civility - or a lack thereof - impacts conflict across many areas of our lives. https://tinyurl.com/4fpn34hx

02/05/2025

One of the core principles that guide successful conflict resolution is neutrality. While it might seem counterintuitive—especially in situations where emotions are high or sides are clearly drawn—neutrality plays a pivotal role in creating an environment where dialogue, compromise, and healing can take place. Learn more about the role neutrality plays in successful conflict resolution: https://tinyurl.com/4xy9j2rz

02/04/2025

As an experienced leader, you know that conflict is inevitable from time to time – it’s just in our nature as people. Instead of focusing on the negative consequences of conflict alone, why not consider that growth and opportunities for change will result from well managed conflicts facing your organization? https://tinyurl.com/6fhrb6u2

01/30/2025

Conflict is a naturally occurring phenomenon. Successful conflict management is about straightforward and honest communication. This article shares insight on improving your communication skills in the workplace: https://tinyurl.com/yrp2xfsn

01/28/2025

Our Tip Sheets are perfect for leaders who want to address conflict and communicate effectively. You can download yours right here: https://tinyurl.com/me4au93b

01/23/2025

Our record of successful mediation cases demonstrates our commitment to helping organizations become more efficient and effective communicators. Reach out to share your company's mediation needs: https://tinyurl.com/4ke22ert

Here is a sampling of our mediation successes:

Business Partnership: Dispute between physician partners of large practice group concerning issues over perceived hostile work environment, professional standards and teamwork. After mediation relationships between parties improved and reporting procedures and conflict resolution policy was put into place.

Personal Injury Litigation: Indian-born medical doctor suffered injuries and complications from a fall in a retail store. There was a significant claim for lost wages due to his high income. Defendant denied negligence. When the underlying cultural issues were identified by Alternative Resolutions and addressed the parties were able to discuss compensation and have an amicable result.

01/22/2025

Whether you’re looking to improve communication, foster a more collaborative work environment, or enhance team dynamics, making resolutions for better conflict management can help you navigate challenges effectively and create a healthier, more productive workplace. Here are some key resolutions for conflict management at work that can guide you in the new year: https://tinyurl.com/yc6np82w

01/21/2025

We strive to provide top-notch meeting facilitation services to clients so they can become more efficient and effective. Let's discuss your meeting facilitation needs: https://tinyurl.com/4ke22ert

Here is a sampling of our successes in this area:

Team Building and Development Facilitation

Action: Conducted team effectiveness survey and produced collated results which team analyzed at retreat. This created an environment for an open dialogue between the manager and her direct reports.

Result: Manager’s behavior and conduct is more open and trusting, people are working together and the former atmosphere of hostility is gone.

Action: Conducted needs assessment to determine issues relating to team effectiveness. Alternative Resolutions lead group through structured process to identify team functions, responsibilities, strengths, weaknesses and opportunities, and goals.

Result: Enhanced organizational effectiveness, increased teamwork, improved communication and customer service, agreed upon action plan and timeline.

01/16/2025

Addressing conflict early-on can prevent more stressful and costly problems down the road. When you recognize potential conflict “hot spots,” you can take action immediately. In this article, we discuss those “hot spots” and how to proceed when they are identified: https://tinyurl.com/mr3a5jxd

01/14/2025

Sometimes HR offices offer to mediate internal employee disputes but they're not really neutral.

Don’t count on human resources to take your side in a workplace issue, especially if it involves a conflict with your boss.

11/07/2024

Giving and receiving feedback is an effective way to establish and strengthen trust between leaders and employees. Its goal should always be to improve performance and lead to positive outcomes for the employee and the organization. Let’s take a closer look at feedback styles and how they can enhance workplace communication: https://tinyurl.com/kupp4tja

11/05/2024

Even if you are unable to meet in person, we can help you resolve conflict. Our online mediation services are convenient, effective and secure. Learn about the process here:https://tinyurl.com/3e6b4zmx