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Leadership Development Plan: Step-by-Step Guide + Template

John Pardun — Tue, 25 Aug 2026 20:25:23 GMT

A leadership development plan can serve as a roadmap for building the skills, behaviors, and experiences a person needs to lead well. It can connect an individual's growth to the goals of the organization, so development is intentional instead of left to chance.

Conflict Resolution for Foundations | JAMS Pathways

John Pardun — Fri, 21 Aug 2026 19:22:09 GMT

Foundation-Grantee Relationships

Alternative dispute resolution can play an important role in foundation-grantee relationships. If a dispute or serious misunderstanding arises between a foundation and grantee, it can undermine the relationship, impede the funded work, and endanger the foundation’s investment. Prompt, cooperative resolution of disputes and misunderstandings preserves relationships, supports continued charitable work on the ground, and helps to safeguard a foundation’s grant dollars.

Active Listening in the Workplace: 7 Key Techniques

John Pardun — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 21:38:27 GMT

De-Escalating Conflict in the Workplace: 8 Techniques

John Pardun — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 19:44:05 GMT

12 Conflict Resolution Activities and How to Run Them

John Pardun — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:36:42 GMT

Conflict Resolution Styles: The 5 Approaches and When to Use Each

John Pardun — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 22:34:22 GMT

Conflict resolution styles are the five main ways people handle disagreement, defined by the well-known Thomas-Kilmann model: competing, collaborating, compromising, avoiding, and accommodating.

How to Manage Different Generations in the Workplace

John Pardun — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 18:17:15 GMT

What Are Ombudsman Services?

John Pardun — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 20:34:32 GMT

An ombudsman acts as an independent, neutral, and confidential third party. They are designed to investigate complaints, help mediate disputes, and advocate for fair processes within an organization.

How to Prevent Conflict in the Workplace

Richard Birke — Wed, 06 May 2026 19:06:32 GMT

How proactive leaders prevent workplace conflict, reduce costly disputes and build stronger teams

10 Engaging Company Retreat Ideas to Build a Stronger Team

John Pardun — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 19:04:12 GMT

Company retreats are about more than just getting out of the office. They are a chance to build trust, improve communication, and create a positive workplace culture.