The Components of a Successful Mediation
What are the necessary ingredients that make for a successful mediation? Is there a difference between a great mediation and an average mediation? How is mediation different from arbitration and litigation? Harvard-trained negotiator, mediation, and communication specialist Raphael Lapin shares his expert opinion in this episode of Negotiations Ninja. NOTE: None of this is legal advice. Always seek the counsel of a qualified attorney. This is meant for informational purposes only. Outline of This Episode [1:50] Learn more about Raphael Lapin [4:52] Raphael’s negotiation strategies monthly column [6:40] The difference between arbitration and mediation [13:43] Raphael’s process as a dispute mediator [18:56] How to understand the interests of the other party [22:25] A mediation is an evolutionary process [27:40] How to get each party to follow through on their commitment [29:15] How some people abuse the mediation process [34:37] How to connect with Raphael Lapin Resources & People Mentioned Getting to Yes by Robert Fisher and William Ury Connect with Raphael Lapin Lapin Negotiation Services Sign up for Raphael’s newsletter Watch Raphael’s videos on YouTube Connect With Mark Follow Negotiations Ninja on Twitter: @NegotiationPod Connect with Mark on LinkedIn Follow Negotiations Ninja on LinkedIn Connect on Instagram: @NegotiationPod Subscribe to Negotiations Ninja