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Taite in the Media

Explore the conversations where Taite’s approach to workplace mediation and conflict resolution takes centre stage.

From podcast episodes and webinars to panel discussions and guest postings, here are insights from Tania Waters on transforming workplace tension into stronger, more connected teams.

Webinar

Tania is speaking at AHRI WA Conference 2026

In 5 minutes, I’ll share what I see every day in mediation — that the hardest conversations, handled well, are where real leadership and capability are built.
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Article

Conflict to Resolution – The Power of Workplace Mediation

This article by Tania Waters explains why workplace mediation is often a more effective alternative to formal investigations for resolving interpersonal conflict. It outlines the mediation process, highlights the importance of using an independent mediator to ensure open communication, and describes how this approach can lead to lasting resolutions and stronger workplace relationships.
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Newspaper article for 7West Media

Why everyone in the workplace needs dispute resolution skills

This article from the Australian Institute of Management WA explores why dispute resolution skills are valuable for all employees, not just HR professionals. It features insights from Tania Waters, who explains that vital skills like listening, empathy and self-regulation enable effective teamwork, contribute to better mental health and help employees resolve conflicts independently before they escalate.
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Speaker

Bridging the Divide: Effective Negotiation Strategies for Workplace Harmony – 12 March 2025

people2people Perth hosted a well-received presentation by Tania Waters on “Effective Negotiation Strategies for Workplace Harmony.”
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Panel discussion

Industrial Relations Society of WA – Women in Industrial Relations Breakfast 2024

The “Women in Industrial Relations Breakfast 2024” event was hosted by the Industrial Relations Society of Western Australia, and it featured a panel discussion with three speakers, including Tania Waters as a Workplace Conflict Specialist, who shared insights on their careers in industrial relations and the professional risks they have taken.
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Panel discussion

Australian Institute of Management Western Australia (AIM WA) – People & Culture Conference 2025: Engagement in Action

The “Women in Industrial Relations Breakfast 2024” event was hosted by the Industrial Relations Society of Western Australia, and it featured a panel discussion with three speakers, including Tania Waters as a Workplace Conflict Specialist, who shared insights on their careers in industrial relations and the professional risks they have taken.
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Podcast

We Not Me: Ep 88: How to resolve workplace conflict with Tania Waters

In this episode of the “We Not Me” podcast, host Dan Hammond and Pia Lee interview workplace mediation consultant Tania Waters about how to effectively resolve conflicts between team members. She shares her expertise on the importance of timely intervention, the power of curiosity in mediation, and how seemingly intractable workplace disputes can often be resolved through open communication and understanding.
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Podcast

Mediation Today – Tania Waters – Workplace Mediator

In this episode of Mediation Today, host Vesna Flower Cvjeticanin interviews Tania Waters. They discuss her extensive experience in human resources and how she coaches senior managers on navigating workplace relations and handling co-worker dynamics effectively.
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Webinar

Beyond Blame – Mediation as a Leadership Tool

Here’s an online webinar where Tania Waters explored how HR and L&D professionals can use mediation principles as a leadership development tool, rather than just a reactive process for resolving conflict. The session focused on practical strategies for turning workplace tension into opportunities for building team capability, psychological safety and emotional maturity in leaders.
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Article

Trina Sunday podcast “HR’s Secret Weapon in Conflict Resolution”

In this episode of the Heart at Work podcast, host Trina Sunday and mediator Tania Waters discuss how workplace conflict can be a tool for strengthening relationships when addressed properly, rather than something to be feared. They explore common myths about conflict resolution, the impact of hybrid work on team dynamics, and why HR leaders should embrace mediation and repair conversations to build healthier, more resilient workplaces.
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