Training, Facilitation, Consulting

There are better ways to be together … we can help!

Current Offering

Basic Mediation Training

Offered in collaboration with Holyoke Community College
Sept. 18, 19, 25 and 26, and Oct. 2 (32-hours)
Mix of zoom and in-person at HCC

Meets MA Supreme Judicial Court guidelines for mediator training; certificate available with successful course completion.

Enjoy an excerpt from our Better Workplace Interactions Workshop Content

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Good Collaborations Services

Good Collaborations creates learning opportunities, supports group and individual conversations, and works with organizations and groups to create better places to live, work, and play. Learn more about our services here …

We combine our more than 50 years of experience across professional sectors to magnify the power each person has to communicate effectively in tough times and to problem-solve real-life challenges. Read more about us here …

Being Better Together

  • Visions of a better world

    Do you long for real collaboration, communication that works, better relationships?

    We value those things too, and can help you get clear on what specifically you want to work on changing and how to make it happen.

  • Treating each other well

    Are you frustrated, confused, distressed at the way people talk to and interact with each other?

    We help people learn practical skills and fresh tools, adapted to your situation and the real people you’re with.

  • Process and structure that work for you

    Having trouble making decisions, getting your group in sync, having productive meetings?

    We explore your foundations, help you identify what is and isn’t working, and offer tools so you can develop the solutions you need.

  • Whole humans at the table

    Facing tension in your group, folks missing in action, teams wanting more satisfaction or belonging?

    We create spaces for exploring what belonging and meaning look like in real life, and work to build inclusive and appreciative cultures.

We believe in the power of individuals and groups to create better worlds.

Together, let’s talk, embrace difference, practice new skills, manifest new ideas and creatively solve the problems that arise!

Articles

(See also our Resources page)

Stillness and Action

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Why Don’t We Talk?

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Talk To Me:
Does Conversation Matter
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