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Tammy Lenski, Ed.D
Dr. Tammy Lenski helps people talk things out in the relationships that matter most, both at home and at work. She does this as a coach, mediator, and trainer, and has been guiding effective dialogue for groups and individuals for almost two decades. Tammy's happiest when helping people step up to their difficult conversations and build the kinds of connections and relationships they really want.
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» Difficult Workplace Conversations: 5 Strategies for Encouraging a Colleague to Talk
By Tammy Lenski, Ed.D | Published 09/28/2006 | Workplace-Communication | Unrated
What do you do if you want to have a difficult conversation about an important workplace matter but the other person doesn’t? Don't try to cajole or order them into a conversation they don't want. This article suggests several proven strategies to try instead.
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» Workplace Fireworks: How to Know When Conflict Is Destructive
By Tammy Lenski, Ed.D | Published 09/28/2006 | Workplace-Communication | Unrated
Not all workplace conflict is a problem. Organizations and individuals who know how to tap the potential in conflict can build some of the most thriving workplaces. In this article, learn the difference between constructive and destructive workplace conflict, and what to do when the fireworks are a real problem.
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» Conflict in the Workplace: Doggone Good Tips for Resolution and Relationships
By Tammy Lenski, Ed.D | Published 09/28/2006 | Workplace-Communication | Unrated
Day-to-day workplace tension and conflict can drain your energy from the work you love and put stress on relationships at both work and home. In this article, you'll learn five effective conflict management tips from a couple of smart New England canines.
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» Selecting a Mediator: How to Find the Right Professional for a Workplace Dispute
By Tammy Lenski, Ed.D | Published 09/28/2006 | Workplace-Communication | Unrated
As the use of outsourced dispute resolution grows, it's more critical than ever that organizations know how to select the right mediator for the job. This article provides you with key questions to ask and the kind of information you want to get out of the prospective mediator's answers.
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» Giving Feedback without Creating Conflict: A Mediator's Guide
By Tammy Lenski, Ed.D | Published 09/28/2006 | Workplace-Communication | Unrated
Giving feedback consistently and effectively can make the difference between a workplace that's able to honestly confront problems and celebrate successes, and one that suffers from low motivation and fear of hidden agendas. A workplace mediator and conflict management coach offers advice for giving feedback without creating conflict in the process.
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» Conflict Resolution at Home and Work: Look for the Learning Opportunities
By Tammy Lenski, Ed.D | Published 09/28/2006 | Workplace-Communication | Unrated
Instead of approaching conflict as a competition ("how can I win it?") or as a problem ("how can I solve it?"), try approaching conflict as a learning opportunity ("what can I learn from it?"). This article shows you why and how.
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» Conflict in Workplace Teams: 5 Ways to Capitalize on Healthy Conflict and Make Better Decisions
By Tammy Lenski, Ed.D | Published 09/28/2006 | Workplace-Communication | Unrated
In workplace teams, individual IQs might average 140, yet the collective IQ might be closer to 85. So said neuroscientist and clinical psychologist Richard Ross when commenting about unproductive conflict at work. It doesn't have to be that way! Here are five key strategies for any organization that wants to capitalize on the upside of conflict.
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» Good Comebacks: How to Make Them Smart Comebacks and Get to the Heart of the Matter
By Tammy Lenski, Ed.D | Published 09/29/2006 | Coaching | Unrated

Sometimes a good comeback is elusive. You freeze, or your mind goes blank. Or you're so angry that you can't think clearly. Later, when you're relaxed, you find the perfect comeback on the tip of your tongue. Too bad you didn't think of it earlier! Well, not really. It's probably just as well and here's why.

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» Mediation and Mediators: Some Common Myths Debunked
By Tammy Lenski, Ed.D | Published 09/29/2006 | Legal | Unrated

The term "mediation" conjurs up all sorts of images and information in people's minds. Unfortunately, some of it's just plain wrong. This article discusses some common misperceptions about mediation and provides more accurate information you can use.

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» Negotiating Contracts: A Little Bit of Healthy Curiosity Goes a Long Way
By Tammy Lenski, Ed.D | Published 09/29/2006 | Negotiation | Unrated

A decade ago, a fairly absurd contract negotiation taught me again how a little good listening and a lot of curiosity can unlock a stuck negotiation and pave the path to a good working relationship.

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