Assertive Diplomacy™
People Skills for the Real World

 

Melinda L. Zipin, MBA, President
215.531.3131
melinda@AssertiveDiplomacy.com

Assertive: I matter.
Diplomacy:
You matter, too.

Melinda Zipin, Compassionate Communication

Every day, I see the power of the processes we teach.

We hope that soon, you'll experience their power for yourself.

And if you don't, you'll receive your money back.

 

Melinda Zipin,
President of
Assertive Diplomacy Trainings

What we say next DOES have an impact on our world. See a 2-minute video of Melinda on Speaking Peace.

Employer: "Go ahead, speak up. Just don't ruffle any feathers."

Employee: "Umh... how do I do that?"

One way is to learn Assertive Diplomacy™ People Skills for the Real World. We think you'll come away with the confidence and excitement of handling people problems in a new way.

Are Assertive Diplomacy processes simple?
Yes, the processes are simple. Once you become 'fluent' they will seem obvious.

Are Assertive Diplomacy processes easy?
Ah, great question! As with any new skill, people apply them a little clumsily at first. Patience and practice are required. Even so, people are exhilarated as they achieve communication breakthroughs.

Many people report a sense of relief because, "I finally have the tools I need to live my values even when I disagree with someone."

Employers: Imagine entire teams and departments communicating with greater respect, trust and clarity. Your company? Unstoppable!

     
     

For employers:

 

For info on Restorative Circles, contact melinda@assertivediplomacy.com

Restorative Circles provide a space to resolve conflicts safely and without blame. They support community, dignity and communication, and culminate with a doable action plan.

Download presentations given at IIRP Conference in Toronto, Oct 22-24 2008:

Previous public workshops:

  • Assertive Diplomacy
    Every day we change our lives, and affect others' lives, by the way we speak. We can learn and practice ways to communicate authentically and effectively.
  • Restorative Circles
    An introduction to a conflict transformation process that restores community, dignity and communication - and culminates in a doable action plan.
  • Speaking Peace
    This course gives tools - and practice time -  in Speaking Peace. With practice we can, as Gandhi said, be the change we wish to see.
  • Holiday Harmony with Family
    Would you like your holiday celebrations with family to be a little sweeter this year?
 
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