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For the Record

Strategic opinions, unpopular truths, and what actually works in conflict.

This isn’t a lifestyle blog. And it’s definitely not AI-generated content stitched together with buzzwords and vibes.

For the Record is where Susannah Margison—lawyer, mediator, conflict coach, and reformed overthinker—writes about what it means to handle conflict in real life. Not in theory. Not in a leadership retreat. But in the moment when your hands are clammy, your voice is tight, and someone’s just blindsided you in a meeting.

Expect:

  • Clear language for unclear situations

  • Scripts, strategies, and reframes that hold up under scrutiny

  • Sharp opinions (delivered with tact)

  • The occasional “oh no… I’ve definitely done that” moment

This is where clarity meets composure—with a side of dry humour and a heavy filter for nonsense. It’s also where Susannah is building her own voice—out loud, on purpose, and unapologetically.

Start where it stings. Or start where it might actually help next time.

The Varying Intensity of Conflict
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The Varying Intensity of Conflict

Do you know the difference between a conflict that can be settled over a beer or a coffee and those which require more focused support??⁠ The intensity of a conflict can vary and so should your strategy for managing or resolving it.

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You can be kind, collaborative AND still be a force to be reckoned with.