"It's not just about the money." The importance of really listening in pay talks - and in other difficult situations. #listening lnkd.in/eR6vXQSi

Very proud of Michael Sturrock, who is fundraising for Epilepsy Scotland justgiving.com/page/michael-s…

Please support Michael Sturrock if you can - and watch the short video too. It’s a good cause and a big challenge to complete in support of Epilepsy Scotland #veryproud

This is worth a read and some contemplation! lnkd.in/eJHak2xD

"It is estimated that commercial mediation can save businesses around £5.9 billion per year in management time, damaged relationships, lost productivity, and legal fees. In February 2023, the value of UK mediated cases each year was estimated at approxima…lnkd.in/eU4NWFuk

A few thoughts in The Times about the current UK/EU negotiations, earlier unsatisfactory Brexit negotiations and what an incoming First Minister might do to build a better negotiating strategy: lnkd.in/eGdDC5bR:

Grow the Pie - I like to think that, for over 20 years, Core has had a purpose beyond merely generating revenue. This short video with Alex Edmans captures the idea of purpose and profit for businesses really well. Worth a watch. lnkd.in/eT677kTr

This marks a potentially really important change in the widespread acceptance of mediation. Can we follow this path in Scotland? #mediationworks lnkd.in/eus5jTDY

Please support this worthy cause - a great effort by Michael on behalf of Epilepsy Scotland

Some thoughts, drawing on experience in conflict resolution, expressed in an imaginary letter to the new First Minister of Scotland! Food for thought… lnkd.in/d-H8NtEE

Read my article in today's Scotsman. How sharing can help develop better practice. StrathclydeMediation Charlie Irvine Andrew Boyd John Sturrock scotsman.com/news/opinion/c…

This, as always with Jo Berry, is a must watch. If only all our politicians could hear this and act on it #Peace

Goodbye to Yale Department of Economics! Thank you to everyone for a great visit. I’ve met many brilliant and kind people and eaten some superbly well-branded waffles

#PoachersPilgrimage Still one of the finest books of its type - thought-provoking, deep, moving, essential reading, from one of Scotland’s most important thinkers and writers Alastair McIntosh

It was a privilege to participate in this event. Now, what does it mean in practice? Can we actually implement the ideas which will support creating a more trusting economy? A follow up article in The Scotsman: lnkd.in/eYgSimui lnkd.in/esDVsX2j

“It’s all about trust, isn’t it?” observed my assistant mediator in a recent mediation - and indeed it so often is. Read why "A ‘high trust’ economy will be more productive" #trust #mediation David Hume Institute lnkd.in/eDXXY6mN

What a great example this is of a professional person acting on the pledge to reduce the carbon footprint of what they do. A fine example to us all. Please read this and ask: what can I also do? #mediatorsgreenpledge lnkd.in/eincET83

Hi CrossCountry Trains my daughter needs help! In chaos of busy train today (EDINBURGH (09:06) - > PLYMOUTH (arr 17:47) she left navy blue shoulder bag on coach D (behind seats @ end of coach by luggage rack) when she got off at Ch/field. Could you check if it’s there and keep safe?