Emotional abuse in the workplace is a phenomenon that affects many workers around the world. For those suffering from workplace abuse, life can become incredibly difficult or impossible, turning dream jobs into nightmares. Psychological abuse can be vicious because it can be difficult to detect if it is not blatant, much like adults may not understand …
When conflicts last between parties and it seems like there are no options to move past, it may be time to move beyond intractability and find creative solutions to solve the conflict and restore some of the relationships between the parties. Intractable conflicts involve a variety of issues, but their common characteristic is the resistance …
Intergroup conflict might arise in any workplace as various groups work together to support and further the mission and collective interests of the company. Some groups are defined by job title—the accountants, the lawyers, and the marketing team. Other groups are defined by project or subject area. Still, others may be determined by the level in the company …
For those of us who need them, here are some practical examples of emotional intelligence. Emotional intelligence, also known as emotional quotient, is the capacity to be aware of, control, and express one’s emotions and to handle interpersonal relationships judiciously and empathetically. High emotional intelligence is an asset in so many situations, both professionally and …
High-context communication focuses more on the context than the actual words being exchanged. If you grew up in the United States or other similar countries, you may notice that you communicate differently than people who grew up in other countries, particularly Asian countries. You may notice that you tend to be direct, and that can …
Low-context communication works by depending heavily on words while additional factors like context have a small influence. If you grew up in the United States or other similar countries, you may notice that you communicate differently than people who grew up in other countries, particularly in Asian countries. You may notice that you tend to …
You may be wondering what goes into the settlement process and just how lawyers negotiate settlements. When you are harmed by someone else’s negligence, like in a car accident, you may decide to seek compensation through a personal injury claim. While the litigation process can bring just compensation and help you resolve an insurance claim, …
Win-win situations occur when both parties leave a negotiation in a better position than when they entered, and in essence, a better outcome than expected beforehand is achieved for both parties. Win-win outcomes (“expanding the pie”) are often an advanced version of integrative bargaining vs distributive bargaining, which follows game theory. Game theory refers to …
What is a Special Master? Special Masters have made their way into common discourse with the rise of appointments in cases covered nationally. In fact, the most common known example of a special master comes from the recent trial of Donald J. Trump. Trump’s legal team requested to appoint a special master to review the …
Perspective-taking is a powerful tool through which we can relate to and build relationships with others. Have you ever been having a conversation with someone and you wish that they would be able to see the issue from your point of view? Learning to evaluate a problem from multiple perspectives can aid your understanding of …