"Neutrals" are third-parties. They aren’t part of the dispute to be arbitrated or mediated, and they aren’t likely to be significantly impacted by any resolution the primary parties create. Unlike …
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Seven Lessons I Learned from Playing Team Sports
Those who have known me for a few decades tend to relate to me as the nerdy jock from school. I played team sports from age seven through high school and college. I tried nearly anything that was …
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Why Do Parties Reject Mediation If It Works?
We are human. Thus, we don't always choose to take actions that work. How many people do you know who want to lose weight, yet they don't change their eating habits or maintain an exercise program, …
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How Do I Conquer My Money Fears?
I have been there, and I revisit these fears on occasion--probably even more often than I care to admit. I still have student loan debt that I hope to pay off before I retire. I haven't found health …
We’ve All Been Hurt by Racism
I've been hurt by racism, too. My experiences might have been different from yours. But they are valid, too. I didn't understand why people made me feel bad about my new friend. I almost …
Can I Choose a Mediator with Industry Experience?
Of Course! Mediation is all about the parties having a choice and the power they need to create their own resolutions. There are some disputes that involve complex issues, such as patents or …
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Nance L. Schick Partners with Dan Miller’s 48 DAYS Podcast for Special Giveaway
Nance listens to Dan Miller's 48 DAYS podcast while at the gym and has been a long-time listener. We love his straightforward, yet compassionate and mindful advice. It is inspiring and empowering. …
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Seven Reasons to Pay People Who Perform Services for Your FOR-Profit Business
Some of my favorite leaders encourage people to volunteer their services when they are seeking a career change. There are still plenty of businesses that post unpaid internship positions that also …
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Even Peacemakers Sometimes Cause Division
As I have increased my peacemaking work, I have had extraordinary opportunities to participate in meetings with people I admire and organizations I respect. These are people with greater experience …
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Nance L. Schick Introduces An Integrative Lawyer’s Creed to Help Us Maintain Focus
It's always challenging to start a movement that transforms centuries-old systems. We see a lot of attempts in the United States today. There was #occupywallstreet. Whatever happened to that? …