Category Archives: Conflict Resolution

The Art of the 2-Minute Strategic Share

I spend a lot of time at conferences and meetings, and often am struck by the failure of young professionals to take advantage of the opportunity to meet with senior folks in their field.  I think sometimes they don’t recognize how valuable the time could be, even if they engage in short 2-minute conversations withContinueContinue reading “The Art of the 2-Minute Strategic Share”

ACR Gathering: Defining Our Field and Work in Challenging Times

I’ve written before about the initiative that was started at Point of View/George Mason University in June that is looking at our field, the challenges it faces, and ways to better connect those working to advance conflict resolution and peacebuilding.   At Point of View in June 2017,  50 professionals from organizations were brought together forContinueContinue reading “ACR Gathering: Defining Our Field and Work in Challenging Times”

The Hidden Gem is Within You: Exploring Your Career Potential

At the Association for Conflict Resolution  (ACR) Conference (10/11-10/14) in Dallas, TX this week, I had a wonderful opportunity to explore career strategies with Sarah Kauffman and Tracy King.  Sarah and Tracy are young professionals, both University of Baltimore graduates (master’s in negotiations and conflict management), and both working in the field.  Sarah is workingContinueContinue reading “The Hidden Gem is Within You: Exploring Your Career Potential”