MEDIATION PREPARATION WORKSHEET
Conflict is part of life - but how you approach it matters. This Mediation Preparation Worksheet will help you clarify your thoughts, focus on what matters most, and prepare for constructive, solution-focused conversations.
Take your time, be open, and move forward with confidence.
Focus Mediation Preparation Worksheet
Complete before your mediation
1. Key isues to resolve
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2. My goals / desired outcomes
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3. What matters most to me (Top Priorities)
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4. What I am willing to compromise on
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5. My BATNA
A Best Alternative to a Negotiated Agreement (BATNA) is your ultimate backup plan - the best action you will take if negotiations fall through and no deal is reached.
How to Identify Your BATNA:
a. List Alternatives: Brainstorm all actions you could take if the current negotiation fails.
b. Evaluate Options: Analyse the value and feasibility of each alternative.
c. Select the Best: Choose the option with the highest expected value
6. Risks of Not Settling
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7. What I think matters to the other party
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8. Possible Solutions I could accept
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9. Questions I want to ask
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10. What support would I like from the mediator?
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11. Are there any specific coaching or guidance needs I have from the mediator?
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11. How I will stay calm and focused
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