Simon Goode is a professional mediator and the host of the Conflict Skills Podcast, where he offers free resources and tools to navigate conflicts both in and out of the workplace. With a focus on practical strategies, Simon’s podcast addresses real-world scenarios, providing listeners with the tools to handle disputes effectively. In his recent episodes, he delves into the intricacies of workplace mediation, using case studies like conflicts between managers and staff members to illustrate ...
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Accidental Mediator Toolbox: Six Key Skills for Navigating Workplace and Personal Conflicts
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In this episode of the Conflict Skills Podcast, host Simon Goode explores the essential skillset for anyone who finds themselves in the role of an "accidental mediator," such as managers or HR professionals dealing with workplace conflict. He breaks down six key areas: self-regulation, de-escalation, empathetic listening, coaching (using the GROW m…
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Managing Gen Z Staff As A Millenial (Gen Y)
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In this episode of the Conflict Skills Podcast, host Simon Goode explores the challenges millennials face when managing Gen Z staff, using a real-life case study to illustrate common issues like communication barriers, differing work norms, and heightened sensitivity to feedback. Simon shares practical conflict resolution strategies, emphasizing th…
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Help, I've been Accused of Racism at Work: Conflict Tools and Strategies for Tough Conversations
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In this episode, host Simon Goode discusses a real-life workplace scenario where someone was accused of racism after referring to a colleague by their skin color during a conversation. He breaks down the layers of workplace conflict, highlighting the roles of value and relationship conflicts, and offers practical advice for self-care and preparatio…
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How to Avoid Unnecessary Conflict: Practical Skills for Everyday Interactions
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In this episode of the Conflict Skills Podcast, host Simon Goode explores the ways people can unintentionally invite unnecessary conflict into their lives, drawing on both personal experiences and the story of a neighbor’s altercation. Simon outlines three main strategies to avoid such conflicts: learning to pause and prioritize, recognizing it's n…
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Micro De-escalation Skills for Everyday Conflicts: Subtle Ways to De-Escalate Tension
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In this episode, host Simon Goode introduces the concept of "micro-de-escalation," focusing on subtle gestures and communication techniques to reduce perceived threat and lower the energy in conflict situations. He discusses practical approaches such as using positive body language, appropriate tone of voice, and giving others a sense of autonomy a…
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Relationship Repair - What to Do When Your Spouse and Best Friend Stop Speaking
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Struggling with conflict between your partner and your best friend? In this episode, I break down a real-life scenario where a heated argument over parenting styles led to lasting tension. I share the five types of apologies, why "getting over it" isn't helpful, and how to focus on practical steps for repairing relationships. Plus, I reveal strateg…
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Five Types of Conflict Every Housemate Faces and How to Handle Them
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In this episode of the Conflict Skills Podcast, host and professional mediator Simon Goode explores the five types of conflict that can arise between housemates: relationship, data, interest, values, and structural conflicts. He explains each type with practical examples from shared living situations and offers suggestions for addressing them effec…
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Team Members Not Pulling Their Weight in Projects
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In this episode, Simon Goode explores how to handle situations where a team member isn’t contributing effectively, specifically when they rely too much on AI tools and submit superficial work. He analyzes the scenario using five types of conflict—relationship, data, interest, values, and structure—to help listeners clarify the underlying issues and…
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Conflict and Grief: Mistakes to Avoid and Tools To Manage Waves of Emotions
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In this episode of the Conflict Skills Podcast, Simon Goode explores the relationship between grief and conflict, offering practical tools for supporting those experiencing loss and navigating challenging conversations. He discusses common mistakes people make when addressing grief, ways to de-escalate emotional situations, and strategies for maint…
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3 Levels of Active Listening: Step-by-Step Masterclass for Better Conversations
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In this episode, Simon Goode breaks down active listening into three levels: building initial connection through body language and basic responses, using coregulation and summarizing to help others feel truly heard, and practicing genuine curiosity to foster reciprocal change in conversations. He shares practical tips, like using open and closed qu…
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Tools to Effectively Digest and Process Conflict
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In this episode, Simon Goode explores how we can "digest" conflict experiences by using practical self-regulation techniques in the moment, immediately after, and over the long term. He shares tools like mindful breathing, multisensory walks, journaling, and gratitude exercises to help restore balance and process stressful encounters. Simon emphasi…
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3 Steps To Rebuild Trust After Workplace Conflict
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Conflict is an inevitable part of life—whether we’re navigating tricky workplace dynamics, strained family relationships, or friction among friends. While resolving the immediate dispute is hard enough, what happens next can be even trickier: how do you pick up the pieces and rebuild trust after things have gone wrong? That’s exactly the challenge …
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The Hubris Of Conflict Resolution Expertise
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In episode 73 of the Conflict Skills Podcast, host Simon Goode discusses the challenges and complexities of being labeled a conflict resolution expert, sharing personal experiences of feeling overwhelmed by conflicts despite training when the situation was calling on resources that weren't available. Simon explores the unrealistic expectations we o…
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Managing Conflict When You're Tired: Practical Strategies for Low Energy Challenges
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In this episode of the Conflict Skills Podcast, host Simon Goode shares five tips for managing conflict when you're tired. He discusses how tiredness affects our thoughts, emotions, and behavior, leading to a higher likelihood of conflict, and provides strategies like slowing down, strategically adjusting timing, and self-regulating frequently. Sim…
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5 Tips To Overcome Conflict Avoidance and Improve Assertiveness
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In this episode of the Conflict Skills Podcast, I provide 5 useful tools for individuals who are conflict avoidant, providing strategies to help them manage conflicts more effectively in various relationships. He emphasizes understanding the reasoning behind conflict avoidance, offers coaching tools for team leaders and managers, and highlights tec…
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How to Manage Emotions in Performance Management Conversations
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In today's episode of the Conflict Skills Podcast with host Simon Goode, we dive into the crucial topic of managing emotions during performance management meetings. Simon, a seasoned professional mediator, addresses the challenges often faced in these meetings, especially when conflict escalates. He explores various de-escalation strategies tailore…
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The 7 Hermetic Principles: Enhancing Relationship Dynamics Through Ancient Wisdom
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In this episode, host Simon Goode explores the seven Hermetic principles derived from the teachings of Hermes and how they can be applied to conflict resolution in relationships. He delves into each principle, such as mentalism, correspondence, and vibration, discussing their relevance and offering insights on how these ancient concepts can help in…
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Five Strategies to Say No - Firmly and Respectfully
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In this episode of the Conflict Skills Podcast, host and professional mediator, Simon Goode, delves into the art of saying 'no' with confidence and kindness. Reflecting on personal experiences, including morning challenges with his son and client demands at work, Simon explores five practical strategies to effectively communicate a refusal without …
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Understanding Cumulative Stress: How It Fuels Workplace Conflict
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In this episode of the Conflict Skills Podcast, host Simon Goode discusses the cumulative effects of stress on workplace conflict and the interconnection between work and personal life stressors. He highlights how stress can negatively impact our capacity to handle conflict and offers strategies for managing stress, including during and after confl…
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Strategies for Managing Cognitive Dissonance in the Workplace
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Discover how to handle workplace biases effectively with actionable strategies to strengthen your conflict resolution skills. In this episode of the Conflict Skills Podcast, Simon Goode explores cognitive dissonance, its impact on decision-making, and biases such as confirmation bias, selective exposure, and the ostrich effect. Learn practical tech…
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In this episode of the Conflict Skills Podcast, host Simon Goode discusses five online debate tactics that are ineffective when used with friends and family, and offers alternatives for better communication. He emphasises the importance of avoiding aggressive behaviors like interrupting, applying pressure, and using sarcasm, suggesting instead to l…
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Workplace Conflict Analysis: Tools for Leaders and Professionals
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In this episode of the Conflict Skills Podcast, Simon Goode discusses his approach to analyzing workplace conflict, emphasizing the importance of understanding the self and the interplay of thoughts, feelings, perceptions, behaviors, and the body. He explains the framework he uses for conflict resolution, which includes self-regulation, de-escalati…
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How To Handle Speeding Neighbours In Residential Area
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In this episode of the Conflict Skills Podcast, host Simon Goode delves into a neighborhood dispute between Kevin and Jim over speeding in a residential area. Through a case study, Simon explores the underlying causes of the conflict, offers mediation tips, and stresses the importance of fostering a collaborative, future-focused dialogue. Listeners…
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ADHD & Workplace Conflict: Practical Management Strategies
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In this episode of the Conflict Skills Podcast, host Simon Goode delves into managing ADHD in the workplace. The discussion is structured around understanding ADHD symptoms, identifying triggers, and implementing effective strategies for managers and team leaders. Simon highlights the need for a balanced approach in providing support and maintainin…
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Moving On After Workplace Conflict: Steps To Deal With Unresolved Feelings
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In Episode 62 of the Conflict Skills Podcast, host Simon Goode delves into the complexities of "moving on" from conflicts, offering insights inspired by a listener's review about unresolved workplace issues. The episode explores the nuances of understanding individual perspectives on resolution, breaking down five types of apologies, and emphasizin…
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