Kompass Blog

Navigating family disputes and relationship breakdowns is fraught with challenges and takes a special touch. Few people understand that better than new Kompass instructor Dora Dang.

Dora has over 20 years of experience as a mediator, arbitrator, facilitator, coach, and instructor. She also has her own company, Leap Divorce Solutions, that focuses on mediation arbitrations and financial analysis for divorce.

We connected with Dora recently to learn more about her and what she brings to the alternative dispute resolution programs at Kompass. Here’s how that conversation went.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is a framework aimed at creating fair and inclusive environments where individuals from diverse backgrounds, identities, and experiences feel valued and supported. DEI initiatives have been shown to drive business success by fostering innovation, improving employee engagement, attracting top talent, and building stronger customer relationships.

However, the DEI landscape has evolved dramatically, especially over the last few years. And it continues to adapt in response to shifting societal norms and workplace demands.

In this post, we explore the state of DEI, emerging trends, and the evolving role of DEI within company culture. We also discuss career opportunities and consider what lies ahead for these types of initiatives.

The dizzying pace of workplace change means the skills that once defined career success are evolving. Upskilling has become a key strategy for professionals to adapt to new technologies, industry trends, and shifting job requirements.

The ability to learn and grow is no longer optional—it’s essential. That goes for virtually every field, from technology and healthcare to manufacturing and retail.

This blog explores the critical importance of upskilling for career advancement in 2025. Find out why continuous learning is essential for thriving in the future of work and what you can do to position yourself for long-term growth and success.

After years of experience testifying as a financial expert in legal disputes, Kartik Gupta wanted to take a more central role in the conflict resolution process. Alternative dispute resolution appealed to him, but he knew he’d need some training. So he enrolled in the arbitration program from Kompass Professional Development.

That was just a few years ago. Since finishing the course, he has successfully arbitrated multiple cases that draw on both his financial expertise and his ADR skills.

We spoke with Kartik recently to learn more about his experience with Kompass and his overall career journey. Here are the highlights of that conversation.

With the job market in a constant state of flux, ensuring long-term career success requires more than excelling in your current role—you need to stay ahead of the curve. As technology keeps advancing and industry trends keep shifting, it’s essential to take action to ensure you remain relevant.

You need to future-proof your career. But what exactly does that mean? And how can you proactively plan for whatever is coming next?

In this post, we explore actionable strategies to help you build resilience, stay competitive, and navigate the changing professional landscape.

The field of gerontology has changed so much over the last few decades. And with population trends shifting toward an increasing proportion of older people, the study of aging has become more important than ever.

People are living longer. But longer lives are not necessarily healthier lives.

Seniors need specific kinds of care and support to ensure good quality of life. With public healthcare systems stretched to the limit, and shortages of people with gerontology training, we’re facing serious challenges in this area.

Do you work with seniors? Want to know more about the aging process, challenges facing today’s seniors, and practical methods for ensuring safe, effective care?

That’s what we teach students in our online gerontology certificate. This week, we sat down with instructor Mickey Daye to learn more about his background, what topics and skills are covered in the course, and who the training is geared toward.

Here are the highlights of that conversation.

Over the past few years, artificial intelligence (AI) has transformed the world of work. With the rise of natural language chatbots like ChatGPT that produce human-like responses to user prompts, millions of people are discovering new and more efficient ways to get their tasks done.

But how exactly do these tools work? And more importantly, how can you make them work for you?

That’s where our AI for Business certificate comes in. It’s designed to help professionals understand the basics of AI and how the technology can be applied to their own business challenges.

We spoke with instructor Asad Choudhry to find out what students can expect from the certificate and what impact AI will have in the coming years. Read on for the highlights.

Artificial intelligence is disrupting many fields previously thought off-limits to automation, and dispute resolution is no exception. AI can summarize cases, predict outcomes, even facilitate negotiations. But can it replace human mediators entirely?

In this post, we look at the capabilities of AI in mediation. We explore current AI technologies and their applications in conflict resolution. We also consider the limits of AI in replicating complex human emotional intelligence and ethical decision making. And we share some expert opinions on the possibility of AI taking over from human mediators.

Here’s what you need to know.

Updated June 2024

Mediators who focus on resolving disputes involving older adults and their families, friends, and caregivers may find themselves working with clients from diverse backgrounds. That presents unique challenges and requires specific skills.

Being culturally competent is key to success. But what exactly does that mean? And how can mediators create a respectful and inclusive process for everyone involved?

In this post, we explore the significance of cultural diversity in intergenerational mediation, highlighting how mediators can navigate and leverage cultural differences to resolve conflicts effectively.

Arbitrators and judges have a lot in common: they’re both tasked with interpreting and applying the law and ensuring a fair resolution for the parties involved. They’re both committed to upholding ethical principles such as impartiality, confidentiality, and transparency.

That’s why we’re thrilled to introduce David L. Cameron as the newest instructor in our arbitration program. Having served for many years on the Court of Quebec, David is also a certified arbitrator with extensive experience in teaching, applied ethics, and alternative dispute resolution.

We caught up with David recently to learn more about his career journey and what students can expect from his class. Below are the highlights of that conversation.