In my circles of Landmark Worldwide graduates, we often talk about how humans are intensely driven to look good or avoid looking bad. There’s no reason to punish yourself for having these default …
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Are Assumptions Hindering Our Racial Healing?
For some people and the employers that they work for, 2020 brought new or deeper exploration of racism, racial injustice, white supremacy, systemic racism, white fragility, white girl tears, and what …
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What Can We Do About Institutional Racism?
Some of you are like me. You grew up poor and were raised by a woman far stronger than you feel you could ever be. You might have even grown up in Kentucky with me, when our state ranked among the …
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Confronting Your Own Racism*
Because of my work in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), people continue to ask me how they will know if they are racist. They worry that they are and that they can't do anything about it. The …
Frequently Asked Questions About Strategic Planning
It's not easy keeping a business running smoothly for nearly 20 years, but I'll reach that milestone in June. Because of this, I am often asked for success tips. Below are some answers to some of the …
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How to Deal with Someone Who Believes a Liar*
It can be challenging and frustrating when someone you love believes a person who lies, but this doesn't have to end the relationship. This conflict can be resolved, and your relationship with this …
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Mediation Can Help Parties Avoid Injustices
Early in my law career, I had the opportunity to see the power of mediation from the litigator's seat. I had already experienced it as a student and in competitions during law school, but when my …
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Nance L. Schick Selected for Super Lawyers List
It's hard to believe this is my fifth year in a row being selected for the New York Metro Super Lawyers list, based on my work in alternative dispute resolution. This is an exclusive list, recognizing …
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Seven Ways to Create the Peace You Want to See
(Updated from 10/17/2017) Here we go again. Another mass shooting. On a holiday. And several throughout the world over the weekend. I am reminded of October 16, 2017. That was another tense day …
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Happy Birthday to Me–and to Third Ear Conflict Resolution This Month
I love having a June birthday. It's almost mid-year, so it gives me an opportunity to benchmark my goals for the year and my progress toward them. I've learned not to make my current score be anything …
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