At one time or another, you will be responsible for gathering guests for a purpose. Be it an annual meeting, product pitch, fundraiser, conference or anything in between. The art of gathering is not just about bringing people together but creating an environment where the purpose of the meeting is achieved in a meaningful way.

Conflict is an element of interpersonal relationships that can appear in any context without respect to the persons involved. People are different, and our vantage points ultimately differ, which can catalyze disagreement. But conflict isn't an end point but a starting point for something greater.