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Helping you turn conflict into
opportunities for positive change
Research shows that providing good outcomes is about more that expertise and technical delivery. It requires teams of people with the capacity to collaborate effectively even when things get tough. With more than 25 years of professional experience, Sarah understands the complex dynamics of culture and how this impacts both internally and externally on business and people.
From the bush to the boardroom, Sarah’s experience with multi-party, cross cultural commercial and community cases has enabled her to help her clients navigate complex decision-making during times of confusion, growth and even crisis. Sarah focuses on nurturing collaborative practice through a lens of governance functionality. This draws together values, culture, systems and people to enable clarity, innovation and trust.
Accredited Mediator – National Mediation Standards
Accredited Mediator International Mediation Institute
Masters of Strategic Affairs
TEDx Presenter 2021 – Londonderry
Number 1 Bestselling Author
Lady America’s Power Conference Speaker
Northern Territory Government –
Petroleum Regulation Mediator Panel
Federal Court of Australia – Native Title Panel
Director, Resolution Institute 2018-2019
Ambassador UKs Think Network
Ambassadors Mediate Guru, India
Rockingham Bendigo Bank Board Member
Rockingham Kwinana Chamber of Commerce Solo Business of the Year 2021
ENE International Business
Innovator of the Year 2019
Resolution Institute Michael Klug Award 2018
Young Mediator of the Year Australian Dispute Resolution Centre 2016
Sarah has designed and delivered bespoke corporate training, university courses and nationally accredited workshops in some of the most complex situations across remote Australia and into the Pacific.
Sarah has delivered talks across 9 countries and is a regular contributor in the media on all things conflict. Some of her clients include World Bank, BHP, Australian Federal Police, Defence Force, Land Councils and National, State and local government, ASX Companies and not for profit organisations.
In 2020, a small group of mediators gathered on Zoom to share stories as they struggled to adapt, adjust and survive whilst supporting people through conflict. Over a glass of gin, laughter and sometimes tears, we learnt a lot, and I wanted to find a way to share our insights with others.
This collection brings together professionals across disciplines who are experts in dealing with conflict, confusion and change. From mediators, lawyers, HR, marketing and executives – they are sharing their insights to help you better manage the complexities of negotiation, conflict and problem-solving.
We hope these real-life stories of gritty leadership and hard conversations, spiced with touch of humour, will make it easier to talk about conflict. We want to help you navigate this space with clarity, confidence and some fun. So, pour yourself a gin and be prepared to discover that hard conversations don’t have to result in a fight. With a little preparation, some key skills and a growth mindset, peace is possible.
Featuring authors:
Claire Holland, Chris Muir-Smith, Hayden Wilson, Hayley Jarick, Hazel Herrington, Joanne McMullan, Laurence Boulle, Megan MacNeill, Mikel Sanz Peña, Ming Johanson, Paul Sills, Roar Thun Waegger, Sam Hardy, Shanti Abraham Mathew, Sree Swaminathan, Susan Andrews, Vikram Singh, Trent Petherick, Sarah Blake
Foreword by Kenneth Cloke
We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land where we work and live. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging. We celebrate the stories, culture and traditions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders of all communities who also work and live on this land.
Sarah M Blake ©️ Copyright 2022
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