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Ron Kraybill

Embrace what is

Style Matters helps trainers build conflict resolution skills in settings where managing differences is difficult. Style Matters is especially effective where diversity and stress are key factors.

Engage where they are

Many groups and teams are now scattered geographically while working together online. In settings where single format learning tools are obsolete, optimize reflection and learning across multiple platforms, in workshops, online, or both.

Work with limited resources

High training costs discourage committing to learning that could bring high yields. Reduce prep, coordination, and delivery time with trainer-friendly online tools. With clear, detailed support materials, create rich learning, on-location or on-line, in less time, with less travel, even if you're new to training. Reduce costs even more with sensible pricing.

 

Optimize for learning

Train with tools designed by trainers and optimized for learning. Direct attention beyond numbers to core strengths, opportunities for growth, and strategic choices.

Prepare for diversity

Build conflict resolution skills in settings where managing differences is challenging. Use training tools with built-in cultural flexibility. Provide opportunities to discuss how diverse backgrounds shape habits in conflict.

Be practical

Ground learning in affirmation of existing strength. Give clear, simple feedback on areas of concern. Provide detailed suggestions for options to improve.

Be stress aware

Calm≠Storm. Recognize response to conflict as dynamic and not single state.  Give tools to manage the Storm Shift.

Be where they are

Provide multi-platform delivery of training. Support groups and teams scattered physically and working together online. Use time-saving web tools to facilitate learning for individuals, teams, or groups, in face-to-face workshops or online.

Work with limits

Price training materials in reach of all who need them. Reduce prep, coordination, and delivery time with trainer-friendly online tools. Deliver rich learning, on location or online, in less time, with less travel.

Take a long view

Expand the window of learning and support reflection before, during, and after workshops. Set up rich discussion in pairs, small groups, and large groups. Followup with resources for continued growth.  Facilitate journeys, not events.