Radio in the UK – Voice of Islam
John Curtis joins Shamail Ahmad and Mubasher Zafri on Voice of Islam.Please scroll to 22min mark for the beginning of the Interview. Segment is 9 minutes
Loyalist County Councillor Duncan Ashley Reprimanded by Loyalist Township after Harassment Investigation by John Curtis
Loyalist Township Coun. Duncan Ashley, a member of the Loyalist Township council since 1998, was publicly reprimanded by the Township’s council following a report that alleges he has been bullying, harassing and sexually harassing colleagues. […]
Queen’s Alma Mater Society retains John Curtis
While my work is usually confidential, on occasion I work on a high-profile case where the results are made public. During the 2018/19 academic year, I was retained to investigate an employment contract dispute for […]
MPP Randy Hillier Harassed Municipal Staff According to Investigator John Curtis
Lanark-area MPP Randy Hillier engaged in workplace harassment with his “unwelcome” criticism of staff at Tay Valley Township, an independent investigator has concluded. Read More
Profile Kingston: John Curtis
John was profiled in the Fall 2017 edition of Profile Kingston. Read More
The End of Mandatory Retirement Intergenerational Conflict in the workplace
A recent change eliminating the mandatory retirement age in Canada brings new intergenerational challenges to the workplace. Listen to an interesting discussion of some of the potential impacts and possible tools for effectively managing these […]
Need a Quick Start Guide to Mediating Conflict? Check Out This Valuable Resource
Workplace conflict wears two faces: it can lead to solutions, innovation, increased motivation, better team performance, and enhanced interpersonal understanding. Or, conflict can devolve into personal attacks, dismissals, attrition, and absenteeism.
Falling for the Anchoring Effect? How to Avoid This Negotiation Trap
The anchoring effect is a powerful psychological force in which we rely too heavily on the first information we receive. Even if we’re aware that we’re going to be influenced and biased by these anchors, […]
The Anchoring Effect: Is it Really the Best Method for Winning Every Argument?
While the goal of mediation is to allow parties to resolve conflict and develop mutually beneficial solutions, it’s natural to seek an edge, an advantage that guides the conversation closer to one’s side of the […]
Is Loss Aversion Keeping You From Realizing Gains in Negotiations?
While a fallen hero, Lance Armstrong perfectly describes the theory of loss aversion: “I like to win, but more than anything, I can’t stand this idea of losing.” The pleasure we derive from winning is […]