Language is essential in mediation, not only in deciding what to ask but also in how questions are phrased. Mediators’ Lingo provides example questions and interventions categorized by mediation phases and topics, addressing the common need among mediators. It is designed as a workbook, offering space for users to write their own questions and notes. Suitable for both novice and experienced mediators, Mediators’ Lingo serves as a practical tool for preparation and during actual mediation sessions. Its thoughtful layout and content help mediators enter the right mindset and effectively engage in the mediation process.
Language plays a key role in mediation. It is not just about what question to ask in what situation, but also how you ask the question. There is a demand for example questions among mediators. Mediators’ Lingo will provide them. The questions and interventions are classified based on the phases of the mediation process and on the potential mediation topics. It is a workbook with space to write down your own questions and notes. Thanks to its design it can also be used during the actual mediation. Mediators’ Lingo is not only intended for novice mediators to master the language of the mediator; experienced mediators will find it is also an excellent tool to prepare for mediation.
This book is not only intended to help new mediators master the language of the mediator, it is also an effective tool for experienced mediators in preparing for a mediation. Reading the questions and interventions brings the mediator in the correct frame of mind. Thanks to the structure and layout of the book it can also be used during the mediation. Mediators’ Lingo is a workbook; there is room for questions and notes.
