Ways to build your skills:
• Work on sorting out your interests versus positions.
• Take care of yourself. When people are tired or have strong emotions, it is
hard to think clearly.
• Use books, websites, or trainings to learn key information and skills.
• Keep an open mind. Look for possibilities. Be creative.
• Instead of “Yes, but…” think “Yes, and…”
• Bring in other people to help you with perspective, to problem-solve, or to give you support.
• Ask questions and listen for answers — it’s OK to not know something.
• Identify problems/barriers — be a problem-solver instead of blaming or accusing others .
o Use the facts, not speculations
o Brainstorm options as a team
o Find common interests and build upon small agreements
o Don’t rehash the past—focus on what can be done today