The final installment in The Art of Conflict Resolution series

Come to the Table - Collaborative Problem-solving

In this episode, we’ll look at coming to the table to do some collaborative problem-solving.

This is typically the last step toward resolving conflict. If you’ve gotten this far – Congratulations!

If you’re struggling, consider going back to episode 4 The Art of Conflict Resolution for an overview of the conflict resolution series.

In this final episode, we’ll look at:

· The difference between compromise and collaboration

· Ideas that encourage people to come to the table to collaborate

· Obstacles that prevent people from coming to the table

· WIIFM - What's in it for Me?

· 6 steps for collaborative problem-solving 

Thank you for listening! Please come back for Season 3 which will start with Building Better Boundaries.

Works Cited

Bolton, R. P.  (1979). People Skills: How to assert yourself, listen to others, and  resolve conflicts. New York: Simon & Schuster, Inc.

Sande, K. (2004). The Peace  Maker. Grand Rapids: Baker Books.