Some people are highly skilled experts in one discipline. These people often credit their incredibly focused expertise as a key to their success, however they define success. I do not see myself as one of those single expertise people, though I kind of like the success part of the equation. T-shaped skills Other people have expertise […]
The Neighbourhood Stroll Habit: A way to recharge your collaborative mindset
March 21, 2013 by · Leave a Comment
When I’m working at my home office, by mid-day I’m usually ready for some outside time. Fortunately I live in an inviting neighbourhood. A short stroll in my ‘hood helps recharge my batteries. And when the batteries are charged, its easier to do those good things: focus, listening, empathy… associated with the collaborative mindset. On the […]
8 Key differences between online and face-2-face facilitation
March 11, 2013 by · Leave a Comment
So much work seems to take place online these days, and that goes for the practice of facilitation, too. And, each time I facilitate a meeting or mediation online, I further clue into the truth that online and face-2-face facilitation are different beasts. It’s easy to get into trouble when we attempt to port what […]
Indie Game Design: A vulnerable place to be
March 6, 2013 by · Leave a Comment
I was doing a bit of prep this week for a presentation/workshop I’m co-delivering in Seattle later this month, with BC mediation colleague, the ever-creative Sharon Sutherland. Our session will look at the unique potential of ‘digital natives’ in the dispute resolution field, of tomorrow. This all got me thinking about some digital natives, game designers/developers, […]
