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Unlock the Potential in Every Conflict

For Businesses

Strengthen your team. Resolve conflict before it escalates.

For Individuals

Navigate tough conversations. Move forward with clarity.

 

Conflict isn’t the enemy—it’s an opportunity.

When managed well, conflict fuels innovation, strengthens relationships, and creates meaningful change.

The challenge isn’t avoiding conflict; it’s building the skills to navigate it productively.

Why Conflict Matters

Conflict is everywhere because people are everywhere. The problem isn’t conflict itself—it’s how we handle it.

Left unresolved, conflict leads to stress, disengagement, and lost productivity.


Handled well, it fuels collaboration, trust, and stronger decision-making.


Many people lack the skills to navigate conflict productively. That’s where we help.

69%

Percentage of the US employees that are disengaged at work with 52% "quiet quitting" and 17% "loud quitting", leaving only 31% engaged.*

47%

2.8 Hours

Percentage of US employees watching or actively looking for a new job.*

Number of hours per week that US employees spend dealing with conflict in the workplace, totaling ~18 days/year and costing approximately $359 billion annually.**

Business Solutions

For organizations looking to build stronger teams, prevent conflicts, and create a thriving workplace.

The Problem:​

X Unresolved workplace conflict leads to high turnover, low morale, and lost productivity.

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X Leaders and teams struggle to have difficult conversations and navigate challenges effectively.

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X Most businesses wait until conflict escalates instead of addressing it proactively.

The Solution:​

✓ Build a workplace culture that turns conflicts into opportunity.

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✓  Equip leaders and teams with practical communication skills.

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✓  Resolve disputes early with expert mediation.

Individual Solutions

For professionals and individuals seeking expert mediation and conflict coaching.

The Problem:​

Workplace & personal conflicts can feel overwhelming, stressful, and isolating.

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Miscommunication and unspoken tension can lead to career setbacks.

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Many people avoid conflict because they don’t have the skills or confidence to navigate it.

The Solution:​

 âœ“ Get expert guidance to navigate workplace & personal conflict.​

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✓ Communicate clearly and advocate with confidence.

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✓ Resolve disputes using practical frameworks and support.

“As a peer mediator, I greatly value Katie’s wisdom and deeply admire her work ethic and the skills she has developed over the years. Having co-mediated with her, I find her inspiring, pushing me to be the best mediator I can be. Her demeanor and expertise set a powerful example, encouraging me to ensure that all parties are treated with dignity and respect. Whenever possible, I seek opportunities to work with her so that we can continuously learn from each other and exchange feedback."

Yehemy Zavala Orozco (they/them)

Mediator, Center for Conflict Resolution

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Conflict doesn’t have to disrupt your work or life. Let’s build the skills and strategies to navigate it effectively.

Mutual Ground Strategies, LLC

info@mutual-ground.com

(312) 344-3128

4311 N Ravenswood Ave Ste 100

Chicago, IL 60613

Open: Monday through Friday, 9am to 5pm

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