What are some important current issues in AI Safety? I enjoyed this related discussion between David Krueger, Victoria Krakovna, Robert Trager, and Gillian K. Hadfield, and moderated by Adam Gleave.
Man-Made Problems Demand Innovative Solutions
"And so we need to think differently and we need to jump at these mammoth-sized problems with, this mindset that, thinks really big, thinks really differently, and has a higher tolerance for risk."
In Search of Objectivity: Objecting to Unfair Conversion
In my ongoing quest to understand the true purpose of conversation —which officially began in 1988, when I was 28—I've arrived at a paradoxical insight: to become more objective, I should object when someone tries to convert me rather than converge with me.
The Power of Parsing Micro-Conflict Data: How Structured Accountability Fuels SpatzAI Insights
In today’s team environments, resolving conflicts efficiently is essential for productivity and cohesion. But how do we ensure that our AI tools can truly help? The answer lies in structured data.
Taking Sides: Fairness vs. Bias in Micro-Conflict Resolution
In conflicts, “taking sides” can have two very different meanings. On one hand, it often implies favoring someone due to personal bias, which can distort the fairness of conflict resolution. This approach harms trust and team cohesion, as one party is unfairly supported while the other team member feels sidelined.
Deep Dive into SpatzAI Podcast
Deep Dive into SpatzAI Podcast SpatzAI is an innovative platform designed to help teams resolve minor conflicts, or "spats" before they escalate into major problems. The platform encourages teams to address both the content and delivery of communication, creating a psychologically safe environment.
Caution, Object, Stop: The Spatz Framework for Resolving Team Conflicts
After years of reflection and writing (approximately 1,500,000 words), I’ve distilled conflict resolution into three powerful words: Caution, Object, and Stop. These actions form a structured approach to addressing micro-conflicts (spats) in teams. *This can only work if the team has agreed to use this approach.
The SpatzAI Pitch
Have you ever spoken up at work only to have you and your thoughts rudely dismissed immediately, leaving you feeling aggrieved? You're not alone....
Understanding Conflict Nomenclature: The Importance of Naming and Addressing Micro-Conflicts in the Workplace
In organizational settings, conflict is an inevitable part of team dynamics. However, not all conflicts are created equal. Understanding the nomenclature of conflict can help teams identify and address issues before they escalate into more serious problems.
Two-Pronged Approach to Psychosocial Wellbeing
The Spatz Chat app (demo video on home page), is a social media app that addresses unsocial behavior within teams, including micro-conflicts (spats) and behaviors that disrupt healthy team dynamics, such as being overly dogmatic or coercive during discussions.
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