The Irish Secret to Conflict Resolution: How Enda Young Turns Division into Dialogue

Negotiate Anything

American Negotiation Institute

Education, Business, Self-improvement

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🗓️ 17 March 2025

⏱️ 28 minutes

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Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company In this episode of Negotiate Anything, host Kwame Christian chats with Enda Young, the managing director of Mediation Northern Ireland, about conflict resolution, negotiation, and mediation. Enda shares his journey from being a mechanical engineer to becoming a prominent figure in the world of conflict resolution after being deeply influenced by the aftermath of a bombing in Northern Ireland, which emphasized the power of reconciliation. The conversation delves into different approaches to negotiation and mediation, highlighting how one's ego and ability to step back can impact the efficacy of a resolution. The duo explores the nuances of effective mediation, the importance of personal growth in handling conflicts, and how international experiences shape one's understanding of negotiation. Discover the intersection between negotiation and mediation and how they share fundamental skills. Explore the role of ego and personal growth in effective conflict resolution. Learn about unique strategies and personal anchors to enhance negotiation and mediation skills. Listeners will learn: How to differentiate between a negotiator's mindset and a mediator's perspective to enhance dispute resolution strategies. Techniques to maintain emotional maturity and awareness in high-stakes negotiations. The importance of self-awareness in personal and professional conflicts to achieve sustainable solutions. Connect with Enda Follow Enda Young on LinkedIn Mediation Northern Ireland LinkedIn page Mediation Northern Ireland website Certified International Negotiator Course Contact ANI Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company Follow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn The Ultimate Negotiation Guide Click here to buy your copy of How To Have Difficult Conversations About Race! Click here to buy your copy of Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life!

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0:00.0	Hey, I'm Kwame Christian and you are about to step into the world of Negotiate Anything,
0:06.2	the number one negotiation podcast in the world where we teach you how to make difficult conversations easier while getting more of what you want in the process.
0:14.7	Each episode is packed with practical tips and strategies from the experts.
0:19.5	We delve into negotiation, conflict resolution,
0:22.7	and leadership skills that are crucial in both business and in life. Whether you're closing a deal,
0:28.3	managing a team, or navigating personal relationships, negotiate anything provides you with the tools
0:33.9	you need to succeed. Our conversations are real, relatable, and most importantly, rooted
0:39.8	in practicality. So if you're ready to transform your conversations and elevate your negotiation skills,
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0:52.7	listen. Let's make every conversation a winning negotiation.
0:58.7	And thanks for joining us today. Thanks for having me, Kwami. Absolutely delighted to be here.
1:05.1	Yes, we are delighted to have you, my friend. So how would you get started by telling us a little bit
1:09.6	about yourself and what you do? Thanks, Kwame. Well, first of all, again, thanks for having me on. I will send you just a minute or two ago, you know, I've been using your podcast to tell a lot of my students to go, go listen to this podcast if you want to hear some of the most influential people in our field. So just to say that up front, you know, so thank you, man.
1:29.8	Myself, my name's Enda Young, and I have been involved in conflict resolution, negotiation, mediation,
1:38.2	one shape, or form other for about 20 years.
1:40.7	I'm currently the managing director of Mediation Northern Ireland. And I've,
1:45.8	I kind of joke with people. I'm a recover a mechanical engineer. That was my, that was my
1:50.5	original degree. But I got involved in this work, I'm already as a teenager. And maybe I can
1:57.6	tell you a little bit about that as well of why I do what I do, I guess, you know. So that's me.
2:02.1	This is great.
2:03.4	And, you know, I've been excited to have you on the show for months now.
2:07.9	Thank you for your patience when it came to scheduling.
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