Weathering the Conflict Storm:  Strategies for Diminishing Destruction

Contact Pattie Porter at lucy@conflictconnections.com to book your presentation NOW!

We have all experienced severe, forceful and damaging storms. An interpersonal conflict storm entails intense emotional drama and destructive reactions resulting in damaged relationships, much like the impact from Mother Nature's wrath. This interactive seminar introduces how important early detection and intervention is for effective conflict management.

As a result of this seminar, participants will be able to:

• Use an escalation map to track the intensity of the brewing conflict
  
• Identify triggers and prepare to intervene
  
• Change direction and behaviors to minimize damage
  

"Ms. Porter's presentation on how to Weather the Conflict Storm and Diminish Its Destruction was both enlightening and invigorating! The presentation called upon the audience to think reflexively about their own contributions to the conflict that they experience in their daily lives and how to constructively prepare to position themselves for a hopeful resolution. Overall, the presentation was rated exceptional by the members of the Alamo Project Management Institute (APMI) chapter that had the fortune of being in attendance. Members remarked that they looked forward to learning more about Ms. Porter's workshops and Minibuks to help them strategically manage conflict in both their personal and professional lives." 
-- La Juana Chambers, MPA, PMP 
Director of Speakers, Alamo PMI

I was impressed with Ms. Porter’s ability to bring up this stressful subject and put everyone at ease from the beginning. Her approach seemed to allow each person in a conflict to recognize and accept their own feelings and contribution, and then point them in the direction of seeing the other person’s viewpoint. I would love to hear more from Ms. Porter and think a workshop type setting would be very helpful.
K. Branigan, Administrator and Paralegal

The content presented in Weathering the Conflict Storm: Strategies for Diminishing Destruction was very relevant, and the exercises made the learnings extremely applicable to everyday conflicts.  I found it especially helpful understanding how best to deal with a “reactive” personality." 
Therese Troyer, Principal, PrideStaff

I recently had the pleasure to participate in Pattie Porter’s presentation Weathering the Conflict Storm: Strategies for Diminishing Destructive Conflict.  Conflict at work, or otherwise, is typically avoided or mishandled. Ms. Porter brought her enthusiasm and gave a fresh perspective to this difficult subject.  As a new supervisor, this presentation was particularly meaningful for me. I was reminded to take a step back and try to view the conflict from the other side. The content and handouts are very useful and the presentation discussion was truly beneficial. I only wished the length of the presentation was longer so that Ms. Porter could share more helpful information and her great insight."
M. Lucero, LMSW, Behavioral Health and Social Work Supervisor, San Antonio, Texas

I cannot do justice in words to explain how much we enjoyed your presentation! We feel fortunate to have had someone with your depth of knowledge and experiences engage our group and provide us an opportunity to learn and improve. The tools you left us with will allow the participants to find solutions to tough situations in both personal and professional arenas. Your inspiration is contagious!"
Chris Slowley, VP of Events, National Association for Female Executives 

The energy, information and ability to touch her audience and know exactly what they needed really set Pattie's presentation apart. Our audience loved her authenticity and how she could relate to their needs and furnish insightful information to help them grow and develop. We were delighted to have her speak to our group!"
by Jennifer Webb, Managing Director, San Antonio eWomen Network