The Conflict Strategist

Got conflict? If you and your team are stuck in conflict, The Conflict Strategist will get you unstuck.

Conflict happens. With a change in mindset and through better communication, conflict is a strategic business opportunity.

Thought Leader in Communication, Negotiation & Conflict Management.

Conflict Management Services as a Neutral, Mediator, Arbitrator, Coach, Trainer and Educator.

The Conflict Strategist is a Service Mark.
The Conflict Strategist is also a Registered Assumed Name for Mediation & Arbitration Forum LLC.

Principal - Business Owner

New York University

Develop and teach courses for Conflict Management, Cross-Cultural Communication, and Mediation. 

Conflict Management Techniques for the Workplace is SHRM [Society for Human Resource Management] Academically Aligned. Course is part of the Human Capital Management Certificate; and the Executive Business English & Global Communication Certificate.

Customized Learning Solutions in Negotiation for Law Students - Week-Long Training for International Students in Masters of Law Program

Adjunct Faculty Instructor

FINRA

Arbitrator for customer disputes, employment issues, contracts, and financial services.

Arbitrator

The Conflict Strategist℠ ⦁ Workplace conflict? If you are stuck in conflict, I will get you unstuck ⦁ Team Managers, HR Leaders, & Business Owners, DM to learn more ⦁ Quick Tips: Read my blog, The Strats℠

If you struggle with:
>Feeling anxious about difficult conversations
>Avoiding conflicts with your colleagues
>Being managed by a micromanager
>Hesitating to negotiate about work, deadlines, and more.

THEN count on me to help you transform your response and reframe how you communicate.

How? I will be your guide to reimagine conflict, negotiations & communication. I empower you to build a framework for success with proven strategies and techniques.

My name is Leslie Nydick, The Conflict Strategist. Let’s unlock your conflict-solving superpowers.

Why me? I was in the middle of conflict every day. I felt stuck.

I was bombarded with:
>A never-ending flow of demands from internal clients
>Complaints from user groups about shared spaces
>Missed deadlines by vendors, without any notice
>Emails that sounded like people were upset with me.

What was I doing? I was leading real estate, design, & construction in all types of industries: financial services, education, publishing, entertainment, communications, & government. 

There was something they ALL had in common: CONFLICT 

What did I do? There were a lot of attempts, fails, mishaps, AND finally, the wins. I cracked the code for managing conflicts, and I want to share it with you.

Your choice:

>The Conflict Tune-Up: a compact service with impact. We start with a survey. Then we meet, virtually or in person. I deliver an action plan. We finish with check-ins.

>Coaching or Facilitating: whether the conflict is with an individual or a team, I will lead you to a new framework of communication & resolution. 

>Customized Learning Programs: this is a great choice to be proactive before your team is stuck in conflict, or when they are struggling with a pattern of conflict.

>COMING SOON: Bootcamps & Learning Programs for individuals, teams & organizations.

What results can you expect:

Increased Productivity: Research shows that up to 50% of our time is spent managing conflict. Trade those hours of managing conflict to refocus on core responsibilities.

Happier Workplaces: Unmanaged conflict results in toxic workplaces, and people leave. If conflict is swiped away, it gets worse. When conflict is managed, relationships grow, people are happier at work, and we want to stay. 

Why me?
My clients do NOT come back, 
EXCEPT to give me updates, 
and to share referrals.

I have helped thousands transform conflict into opportunity, and I am ready to support you.

What’s next? Follow me to engage with my content or DM me with your questions.

Leslie Nydick

Sweetstory Media

Crafting Strategic Narratives
Documentary-Style Videography & Photography

We are a travel-ready video production company based out of New York, specializing in short-form video content with a narrative arc. Our strength lies in capturing authentic, emotionally resonant stories—often within interview settings—by creating a space where subjects feel completely at ease.

End-to-end processes: Sales, lead generation, pre-production encompassing scripting, storyboarding, and scheduling; hands-on production handling lighting, audio, camera operation, directing, and teleprompter usage; and post-production tasks including editing, color correction, and sound design.

Video Producer

Sweetduet LLC

Developed chocolate formulations and designed packaging for optimal visual appeal and consumer engagement

Established and cultivated brand identity through strategic social media management on platforms such as YouTube, LinkedIn, IG, and TikTok

Engineered e-commerce and distribution logistics, including 3PL integration, to streamline operations and enhance overall supply chain efficiency

Established a valuable network consisting of CPG brands, founders, and executives

$150k raised in seed funding

Entered 100+ stores throughout Southern and Northern California Regions

Founder

District 8 Media

Columnist

Woohoo! Sweetery, LLC

Founder & Chocolatier

Obsessive Chocolate Disorder

Production management, chocolatier training, and sales.

Head Chocolatier

SAG-AFTRA

Actor at SAG-AFTRA

Del Frisco's Grille

Server

Actors'​ Equity Association

Actor

The Capital Grille

Disneyland Resort

Parade Performer / Food and Beverage Cast Member

🎥 Filmmaker for Brands, Educators, and Non-Profits | Former CPG Founder

Hello, I'm Annie, Video Producer at Sweetstory Media.

My skills and passions have been acquired through unconventional means. Professional experiences have included videography, photography, musical theatre (formerly AEA), acting (formerly SAG.AFTRA), chocolatier (in French style), developing and formulating vegan and traditional chocolate confections, and having a natural curiosity for the world and those around me. 

In 2020, I founded an organic CPG confections company, Sweetduet Chocolate 🍫. We distributed in Southern and Northern California in coops, specialty, and small chain grocery stores. In 2024, we closed our doors.

As I continue to grow my CPG network, I have been fortunate enough to stretch my visual storytelling freelance wings as Sweetstory Media 🎥 which exists to provide video services for businesses, brands, educators, and individuals who seek to immortalize their stories through captivating moving portraits.

An advocate for the arts, hard-of-hearing, and the natural CPG industry, I am here to inspire, be inspired, and committed to serving my community of purpose-driven humans. ✨ #humanliberation

🙏🏼♥️🎥🍫✨

www.sweetstorymedia.com

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