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A Best Practice: Transitioning from Healthcare to Heartfelt Mediation with Kimberly Best on Make Money Mediating #508 The Make Money Mediating Podcast with Susan Guthrie
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From RN to Mediator: Kimberly Best's Journey in Conflict Resolution
In this episode of the Make Money Mediating podcast, host Susan Guthrie interviews Kimberly Best, a Tennessee-based registered nurse turned mediator and conflict resolution expert. Kimberly shares her unique journey from working in the medical field to becoming a successful mediator with no legal background, emphasizing the versatility and importance of mediation skills across different fields. She discusses her experiences, the challenges of transitioning careers, and how her background as a nurse has informed her approach to mediation and conflict resolution. The episode also touches on Kimberly's involvement in the ABA Section of Dispute Resolution, her advocacy for mediators from diverse professional backgrounds, and introduces Best Practices, her innovative mock mediation practice group aimed at helping new mediators gain experience and confidence. This inspiring conversation highlights the impact of mediation beyond the legal realm and the potential for individuals with various backgrounds to contribute to the field of conflict resolution.
Highlights from the episode:
00:00 Welcome to Make Money Mediating Podcast with Special Guest Kimberly Best00:24 Kimberly Best's Unique Journey from Registered Nurse to Mediator02:54 The Transformative Power of Mediation: Kimberly's Personal and Professional Insights08:36 Expanding the Scope: Beyond Divorce Mediation to Conflict Resolution09:32 The Importance of Diverse Backgrounds in Mediation and Overcoming Industry Challenges24:23 Kimberly's Vision for the Future of Mediation and Supporting New Mediators37:40 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Events
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About our Special Guest, Kimberly Best:
Kimberly Best, RN, MA, is a TN Rule 31 Listed Civil Mediator, Rule 31 Trained Family Mediator, FINRA Arbitrator, and owner of Best Conflict Solutions, LLC. Her practice includes Mediation, Restorative Practices, and personal and organizational Conflict Coaching and Conflict Consulting, with a Healthcare specialty.
Kim is serving her third term on the board of the Tennessee Association of Professional Mediators, currently as Chair/President. She is a volunteer Senior Mediator with the Los Community/Police Unification Program and also serves as a community facilitator. Kim is an active member of the Association of Conflict Resolution, is a consultant for Mediators Beyond Borders International, and she serves on the Executive Committee of the ABA Dispute Resolution Section.
Kim is passionate about helping others understand and resolve conflict and helping other disputeresolution practitioners excel and succeed in the field.
Kim takes pride in being mother to five grown children and grandmother to four little ones.
Reach out to Kim
Find out more about Kim's new "Best Practices" Mock Mediation Group starting in April: https://bestconflictsolutions.com
Get Kim's book: How to Live Forever: A Guide to Writing the Final Chapter of Your Life Story
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JOIN SUSAN AND KIM FOR THE ABA SECTION OF DISPUTE RESOLUTION'S SPRING CONFERENCE on April 10-13, 2024, in San Diego, California! Don't miss out on over 50 educational programs designed to meet your professional development needs. Information and Registration: Conference Information and Registration
PRACTICE BUILDING WORKSHOP at the ABA Spring Conference: Dive deep into the practical aspects of growing a successful dispute resolution practice with Susan Guthrie presenting on "Blueprint for Success: Innovative Business Planning for Your Dispute Resolution Practice."
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Get SUSAN'S FREE BOOK: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/tFTeMJf/SuccesswithSusan
Get the FREE LinkedIn Newsletter from Susan, "Practice Building Tip of the Day": Weekly Practice Building Tips Newsletter
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From RN to Mediator: Kimberly Best's Journey in Conflict Resolution
In this episode of the Make Money Mediating podcast, host Susan Guthrie interviews Kimberly Best, a Tennessee-based registered nurse turned mediator and conflict resolution expert. Kimberly shares her unique journey from working in the medical field to becoming a successful mediator with no legal background, emphasizing the versatility and importance of mediation skills across different fields. She discusses her experiences, the challenges of transitioning careers, and how her background as a nurse has informed her approach to mediation and conflict resolution. The episode also touches on Kimberly's involvement in the ABA Section of Dispute Resolution, her advocacy for mediators from diverse professional backgrounds, and introduces Best Practices, her innovative mock mediation practice group aimed at helping new mediators gain experience and confidence. This inspiring conversation highlights the impact of mediation beyond the legal realm and the potential for individuals with various backgrounds to contribute to the field of conflict resolution.
Highlights from the episode:
00:00 Welcome to Make Money Mediating Podcast with Special Guest Kimberly Best00:24 Kimberly Best's Unique Journey from Registered Nurse to Mediator02:54 The Transformative Power of Mediation: Kimberly's Personal and Professional Insights08:36 Expanding the Scope: Beyond Divorce Mediation to Conflict Resolution09:32 The Importance of Diverse Backgrounds in Mediation and Overcoming Industry Challenges24:23 Kimberly's Vision for the Future of Mediation and Supporting New Mediators37:40 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Events
Access the transcript
************************************************
About our Special Guest, Kimberly Best:
Kimberly Best, RN, MA, is a TN Rule 31 Listed Civil Mediator, Rule 31 Trained Family Mediator, FINRA Arbitrator, and owner of Best Conflict Solutions, LLC. Her practice includes Mediation, Restorative Practices, and personal and organizational Conflict Coaching and Conflict Consulting, with a Healthcare specialty.
Kim is serving her third term on the board of the Tennessee Association of Professional Mediators, currently as Chair/President. She is a volunteer Senior Mediator with the Los Community/Police Unification Program and also serves as a community facilitator. Kim is an active member of the Association of Conflict Resolution, is a consultant for Mediators Beyond Borders International, and she serves on the Executive Committee of the ABA Dispute Resolution Section.
Kim is passionate about helping others understand and resolve conflict and helping other disputeresolution practitioners excel and succeed in the field.
Kim takes pride in being mother to five grown children and grandmother to four little ones.
Reach out to Kim
Find out more about Kim's new "Best Practices" Mock Mediation Group starting in April: https://bestconflictsolutions.com
Get Kim's book: How to Live Forever: A Guide to Writing the Final Chapter of Your Life Story
*****
JOIN SUSAN AND KIM FOR THE ABA SECTION OF DISPUTE RESOLUTION'S SPRING CONFERENCE on April 10-13, 2024, in San Diego, California! Don't miss out on over 50 educational programs designed to meet your professional development needs. Information and Registration: Conference Information and Registration
PRACTICE BUILDING WORKSHOP at the ABA Spring Conference: Dive deep into the practical aspects of growing a successful dispute resolution practice with Susan Guthrie presenting on "Blueprint for Success: Innovative Business Planning for Your Dispute Resolution Practice."
WANT MORE CONTENT?
Get SUSAN'S FREE BOOK: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/tFTeMJf/SuccesswithSusan
Get the FREE LinkedIn Newsletter from Susan, "Practice Building Tip of the Day": Weekly Practice Building Tips Newsletter
Reach out to Susan at susan@susaneguthrie.com
Book an Hour Coaching Session with Susan: Strategy Session with Susan Guthrie
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