Nonviolent Communication (NVC): Empathy Matters

Nonviolent Communication (NVC): Empathy Matters

What is the NVC empathy approach? How can you apply it in practice? Nonviolent Communication provides a helpful framework for maintaining an empathic presence when people express themselves. In NVC, empathy requires focusing our full attention on the person and listening for the needs and feelings beneath their words. Read about NVC, empathy, and communication.

The Culture Map: How to Use This Tool at Work

The Culture Map: How to Use This Tool at Work

What is the culture map and how does Netflix use it? How can it help you better understand the different cultures of people you work with? A culture map is a tool that maps out key characteristics of a given culture. Understanding points of overlap and deviation help you communicate better across cultures. Read more about the culture map as a tool and how Netflix was able to use it successfully.

Conflict Resolution Without Compromise: The NVC Way

Conflict Resolution Without Compromise: The NVC Way

What is the NVC conflict resolution method? How does it differ from the traditional compromise-oriented approach? Unlike the traditional approach to conflict resolution, the nonviolent communication (NVC) method does not aim for a compromise. Instead, the NVC approach focuses on what both parties need and creates solutions that will meet those needs in full.  Read about the NVC conflict resolution process and how it is executed in practice.

The Chris Voss “That’s Right” Principle: What Is It?

The Chris Voss “That’s Right” Principle: What Is It?

What is the Chris Voss “that’s right” principle? What does it mean when someone says “that’s right” in a negotiation? According to Chris Voss, “that’s right” signals an important milestone in a negotiation. It means that your negotiating counterpart has come to embrace what you have said, and it is their way of acknowledging you seeing things their way. Read about the Chris Voss “that’s right” principle from the former FBI hostage negotiator.

Chris Voss: Getting to “No” to Get to “Yes”

Chris Voss: Getting to “No” to Get to “Yes”

Why does Chris Voss advocate getting to “no” in a negotiation? Isn’t getting to “yes” the ultimate goal of any negotiation? According to Chris Voss, getting to “no” makes your counterpart feel in control. When people say “no” to something, it is a powerful assertion of control. Keep reading to find out why Chis Voss advocates getting to “no” before getting to “yes.”

4 Practical Tips for Effective Conflict Mediation

4 Practical Tips for Effective Conflict Mediation

What is conflict mediation? What is the role of a mediator in conflict resolution? Conflict mediation is a process in which an impartial party helps those involved achieve a mutually acceptable resolution. The mediator keeps the conversation on track by continually refocusing everyone’s attention on feelings, needs, and requests. Here are four practical tips for nonviolent conflict mediation, according to Marshall Rosenberg.

Advertising Research: Factors to Consider

Advertising Research: Factors to Consider

What is advertising research? How can advertising research help create great ads, and test your ads for their effectiveness? Advertising research takes into account a lot of factors. When doing advertising market research, you can take into account product, company, economic, and advertising factors to gather marketing information. Read more about advertising research and factors you should consider when researching.