Friendly Conflict Resolution Practices through Mediation with Elizabeth Franz | Ep. 136

The Big Possible

Elizabeth Franz is the Founder and Principal Mediator at Humanz Mediate and teaches the Humanz Mediation Process. She is committed to providing an Accepting, Consensual, and Collaborative mediation process for all mediation participants.
She is an extensively trained mediator, who uses her conflict resolution, facilitation, and communication skills to teach, coach, and help people find solutions to their toughest problems and support people in their most impactful conversations.

Elizabeth has a bachelor’s degree in Peace Studies from Goucher College. She specializes in presenting and training topics, including collaboration, inclusion, problem-solving, relationships, and listening. Elizabeth is always pursuing learning skills, acquiring knowledge, and building relationships. She lives in Denver, Colorado, where she enjoys Salsa and Kizomba dancing.

Currently, Elizabeth is the Director of the Professionals of Color Network. She also serves as the Vice Chair on the Cemetery Commission of Broomfield County, Platform4Women Advisory Board (a local non-profit supporting marginalized women), and The Society for Menstrual Cycle Research elected Board of Directors.

Segmented timestamps:

• [01:38] - Elizabeth Franz's superpower- Able to get out of the way
• [02:27] - A time Elizabeth took the biggest risk of her life- Choosing not to become an Attorney but instead follow her dream to become a mediator
• [06:33] - How Elizabeth feels about her mission of positively impacting the world
• [09:12] - Elizabeth’s ultimate desire for her clients through the mediation practices
• [12:18] - Tips to have better conversations and relationships without the services of a mediator
• [13:40] - What’s the source of happiness according to Elizabeth
• [15:16] - Elizabeth’s trusted mental model of making better decisions in life
• [16:55] - How to reach out, connect or support Elizabeth Franz

Notable Quotes:

“When a mission becomes bigger than you, nothing is unstoppable.” ~ Noah Scott

"Asking engaging and deep questions reshapes our belief system and helps align to our purpose in life." ~ Noah Scott

"Good conversations begin with effective listening. There’s listening to respond and listening to understand." ~ Elizabeth Franz

“Cultivate personal happiness by living the moment. Having gratitude and enjoying every minute of your life.” ~ Elizabeth Franz

“Your body is the best standard to measure your decisions. Listen to how it feels and trust your gut always.” ~ Elizabeth Franz

Reach Elizabeth Franz on:

Website: https://humanzmediate.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethmfranz/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/humanzmediate

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