Focus on THANKS This Holiday Season to Find Success on Make Money Mediating with Susan Guthrie #503
The Key Elements for a Successful Mediation Practice: A Thanksgiving Reflection
In this episode of the Make Money Mediating podcast, hosted by Susan Guthrie, she explores and reflects on the essence of Thanksgiving and the necessary elements for a thriving mediation practice. Making use of the acronym 'THANKS', Susan identifies Trust, Harmony, Appreciation, Neutrality, Knowledge and Serenity as the six key elements of success in mediation or dispute resolution profession. She stresses the importance of building trust with clients, orchestrating harmony in conflicts, appreciating clients and colleagues, maintaining neutrality, staying informed about industry trends, and finding serenity in a busy work life. Furthermore, she encourages listeners to think about ways they can show their gratitude to their clients and colleagues, and ways to improve their dispute resolution practice in the coming year.
00:00 Introduction and Thanksgiving Message
01:59 The Importance of Trust in Mediation
03:49 Harmony: The Conductor's Role in Mediation
05:40 Appreciation: Showing Gratitude to Clients and Colleagues
07:37 Neutrality: The Cornerstone of Mediation
08:31 Knowledge: The Value of Continuous Learning
10:34 Serenity: Finding Calm Amidst Conflict
12:08 Conclusion: The Five Elements of Success in Mediation
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Mentioned in this episode:
The Gift That Keeps on Giving: Holidays and Relationship Building on The Make Money Mediating Podcast with Susan Guthrie #408
Why Gratitude is the Secret Ingredient to Success with Susan Guthrie on The Make Money Mediating Podcast #405
Becoming a Training Junkie: The Power of Continuous Learning in Mediation on the Make Money Mediating Podcast with Susan Guthrie #420
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Nationally recognized as one of the Top Family Law Attorneys and Mediators in the United States, Susan Guthrie has been at the forefront of divorce practice for more than 30 years. After more than 20 years as a name partner in a leading law firm in Connecticut followed by establishing her own boutique Family Law and Mediation practice in 2012, Susan has in the past two years transitioned into one of the leading family, collaborative and mediation trainers in the world and regularly works with and consults with divorce professionals and attorneys in growing and marketing their practice for a happier and healthier life.
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