The Ombuzz Blog curates blog posts intended to help navigate difficult situations, improve communication, and sustain healthy relationships at work.

Joined December 2018
#IOA2026 attendees can look forward to a special joint event with the American Bar Association Section of Dispute Resolution and IOA on Wednesday, 15 April, to close out the event. Learn more at ioaconference.org and register today! #Ombuds #ConflictResolution
1
1
25
Ombuzz retweeted
What if organizations treated dispute resolution design as essential infrastructure? #ConflictResolution #DisputeResolution
2
3
36
Ombuzz retweeted
Workplace conflict costs U.S. organizations nearly $400 billion annually! Ombuds services can help mitigate risks. 👉 Read more: ombuds-blog.blogspot.com/202… #DidYouKnow #WorkplaceConflict #Ombuds #RiskMitigation
2
2
19
Ombuzz retweeted
Many avoid negotiation not due to skill, but discomfort. At MWI, we build confidence so negotiation becomes a tool, not an escape. #MWI #Negotiation #Confidence
2
2
39
Ombuzz retweeted
📣 Registration is open for our Negotiation Skills Workshop this April! 📅 April 2–3, 2026 ⏰ 12–4 pm ET 💻 Live via Zoom 👥 Limited to 26 participants 🎟 Early bird registration ends March 2 👉 Learn more: mwi.org/training/open-enroll…
2
2
21
After 8 years and 181 posts, we’re winding down Ombuzz. We’re deeply grateful to our contributors, readers, and community. Our plan is to preserve the blog as an archive. The content is still available at Ombuzz.blog. Thank you for being a part of it!
9
Ombuzz retweeted
Not sure who to talk to? You’re not alone. MWI helps organizations build trusted, embedded conflict support so people can think things through with clarity and care. #MWI #MissionMonday
2
2
29
Talking about our work shouldn’t feel awkward. But for many of us, it does. Visibility matters. So does generosity. The challenge is holding both without losing ourselves. Read today’s #Onbuzz post at lnkd.in/gMFYFKyh How do you navigate that balance?
10
Ombuzz retweeted
Kick off the new year with MWI’s Negotiation Skills Workshop! Equip your team with practical tools and strategies for effective collaboration. Check out Chuck Doran's blog for insights. 👉 mwi.org/benefits-of-negotiat… #MWI #Negotiation #Effectiveteams
2
2
118
The Practice Development Institute returns February 12–13 with two days of expert-led sessions designed to help you grow your practice and meet the demands of today’s dispute resolution landscape. Early bird rates end tomorrow, Dec. 5! Register: ambar.org/pdi2026
1
1
40
Ombuzz retweeted
Join MWI’s Negotiation Skills Workshop today from 12–4 ET on Zoom! Register here: mwi.org/training/open-enroll…
2
2
26
Any parent will tell you, “because I said so” typically has a 0 percent success rate. Turns out the workplace isn’t all that different. Today #Ombuzz looks at the difference between power and status and why real influence comes from trust, not titles. 🤓lnkd.in/gux-4gDA
10
Allies and advocates aren’t “nice to have” in today’s workplace. They’re essential. #Ombuzz breaks down simple steps to build stronger connections and support networks. Read it here: ombuzz.blog/build-allies-and…
10
Ombuzz retweeted
Join Joseph Bubman for MWI's Negotiation Skills Workshop on Zoom! 🗓️ Dec 2 & 3, 2025 | 12-4 ET 💵 $375/person. More info: mwi.org/training/open-enroll… #MWI #Negotiation #ProfessionalDevelopment
2
2
32
Ombuzz retweeted
A Fresh Look at What Drives MWI: Our Mission, Vision, and Values show that conflict can foster connection and growth. 🧭 What values guide you in challenges? #MWI #ConflictResolution #MissionDriven mwi.org/about/
2
2
48
Ombuzz retweeted
We're teaming up with organizations in Colorado to help enhance the communities we call home.

25
15
1
154
940,868
Ombuzz retweeted
👻 Ever feel like a great employee just vanished? Conflict rarely starts loud. It starts quiet. Don’t let unresolved tension haunt your workplace. Learn how MWI’s Ombuds programs help: mwi.org/organizational-ombud… #Ombuds #ConflictResolution #Halloween
2
2
32
Book signing at @BooksOnBroadSC in Camden, SC on Thursday November 6th! #lessonsfromtheadmiral
1
2
29
Join us in creating positive change! On #ABAGivingDay, 100% of all donations go directly to the program of your choice. Donate today to help shape the future of justice: givingday.americanbar.org/ca…
2
2
38