Conflict in the workplace? It’s inevitable to happen, especially in work groups. When there are more than a couple of people coming together with different values, personalities, and even perspective of the goal of the group, it is almost impossible to not have butting of heads. Thankfully, there is a solution or at least ways of easing the pain and coming to resolution where everyone wins. Some of these tips are simple as the rules we learned back in Kindergarten. Maybe now it’s time to refresh our memory and apply them to group works.
1. Be respectful. Do to others, as you would have them do unto you. Seems simple but it will go a long way. No need to bad mouth and name call.
2. Take a breather. Instead of allowing your emotions to rule the situation, try to stay calm and talk things out in an adult manner. The more emotionally intense the situation gets, the further you are from resolution.
3. Speak up. So often, people retreat in time of conflict. You may have something good to add to the conversation that will bring another viewpoint and possibly bring compromise to the group. Do not be afraid to be heard, as long as it’s in an indirect, respectful tone.
4. Stop with the blame game. No matter how or by whom you got to the problem at hand, work together to find a solution. The more you’re pointing fingers, the more defensive and standoffish other team members will be.
5. Be open to other ideas. As much as you may think your way is the only way, be willing to hear others out and possibly change your mind. You may be surprised to discover others have something great to bring to the table.
1. Be respectful. Do to others, as you would have them do unto you. Seems simple but it will go a long way. No need to bad mouth and name call.
2. Take a breather. Instead of allowing your emotions to rule the situation, try to stay calm and talk things out in an adult manner. The more emotionally intense the situation gets, the further you are from resolution.
3. Speak up. So often, people retreat in time of conflict. You may have something good to add to the conversation that will bring another viewpoint and possibly bring compromise to the group. Do not be afraid to be heard, as long as it’s in an indirect, respectful tone.
4. Stop with the blame game. No matter how or by whom you got to the problem at hand, work together to find a solution. The more you’re pointing fingers, the more defensive and standoffish other team members will be.
5. Be open to other ideas. As much as you may think your way is the only way, be willing to hear others out and possibly change your mind. You may be surprised to discover others have something great to bring to the table.
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I believe we have all faced conflict or have been in the middle of it at some point. You provide some great tips on how to at least come to a resolution where people can get along and work as a team. Although, sometimes it is hard to speak up because the conflict might esclate even more. But I understand what you mean by that. I really enjoyed this post because it refreshes our memory on how to manage and get rid off conflict in the work place.
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