Effective Mediators & Nonverbal Communication

Guest writer Jeff Thompson is presenting at the 2013 ACR Annual Conference

What really makes a mediator effective?  Are the skills you use as a…

Mediation and nonverbal communication are two terms, and those who know me can vouch for it, that I have been using non-stop for the past two years as both are the core focus areas of my PhD research topic at Griffith University Law School. 

Considering my research area is based on primarily nonverbal communication and mediation, when I am presenting and offering workshops and trainings, it is not just words I rely on to try and help others understand the value and important role nonverbal communication has on our daily interactions.  This includes both our professional and social interactions.

Sketchnoting and infographics are two examples of how information can be shared and retained when you are at a workshop,…

Have a look at my latest blog posting at PsychologyToday.com on metaphors.  I invite conflict resolution practitioners to check it out from the lens of the work you do.  If you are  guiding people through conflict and disputes, are you aware of the metaphors you use?  Are you aware of the metaphors they use?

Do your metaphors help you in trying to help a situation go from confrontational towards collaboration?

Have you noticed the metaphors used in this post?

I…

Below is my newest article on semiotics and nonverbal communication.  Of course the 'spin' from the mediation and the conflict resolution perspective is, in order to be effective at helping and guiding parties who are involved in conflicts and disputes, we must be cognitive of all the elements that exist.  

Using, for example the wheel (or circle) of conflict helps you as the…

As someone who has been there multiple days, I can attest to the powerful and peaceful nature of basically all the people present at Zucotti Square- the proper name of the of the "Occupy Wall Street" location.

The important note to point out to my fellow professionals is my primary job (aside of being a mediator) is as a member of the NYPD.  I am a detective in…

As this is posted, I should be just about to land in Glasgow, Scotland.  I am once again fortunate enough to be part of an interfaith delegation trip sponsored by the Interfaith Center of New York who’s purpose is to bring interfaith leaders from Glasgow, Barcelona, and New York City during a 3 year-3 city tour to share their ideas, best practices and explore ways…

The following post is originally from my other blog which is covers my research as I venture towards a PhD degree at Griffith University Law School.  The topic is on nonverbal communication and mediation.  

The post below I believe has direct relevance... aside of questioning the wearing of white socks with a business suit.  …

Episode #25

Twitter Chat & 140conf With Jason Dykstra

Join host Jeff Thompson and mediator Jason Dykstra as they follow up episode twenty's discussion on Twitter. In this episode they discuss…

From CoachingConfidence.co.uk

In this week’s guest post, Jeff Thompson shares his expertise and thoughts on a subject that will apply to coaches of all niches who meet clients (and potential clients) face to face.

You Did What With Your Hands?

Seriously, Hand Gestures Are Important

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Episode #24

Speed Dialogue With Beth Katz of Project Interfaith

Join host Jeff Thompson and Beth Katz, founder and executive director of Project Interfaith- an…

I thought the following presentation would be of interest to fellow mediators and others working in conflict. It explains the semiotic perspective on nonverbal communication.

(Originally posted at www.EnjoyMediation.com  Follow me on Twitter: @mediatorjeff & @NonverbalPhD)



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