In every professional journey, one encounters a myriad of interpersonal dynamics, diverse perspectives, and inevitably, conflicts. Conflict, while often perceived with a negative connotation, can be the catalyst for growth, innovation, and strengthened relationships when approached with the right mindset and tools. The ability to navigate through conflicts, seeking resolution and mutual understanding, is a […]
Introduction The importance of conflict management Conflict is an inevitable aspect of human interactions. It can arise from differences in opinions, values, beliefs, and interests. Effective conflict management is essential for promoting peaceful coexistence, cooperation, and development. Conflict management techniques and skills play a vital role in resolving disagreements, reducing tensions, and finding common ground. […]
A conflict management style is simply the way we choose to approach any given conflict. The Thomas–Kilmann Conflict Mode Instrument (TKI) is a tool developed to measure an individual’s response to conflict situations. There are 5 conflict style modes. Compromising, Accommodating, Avoiding, Competing and Collaborating. The TKI uses two axes (influenced by the Mouton and Blake axes) […]
Have you ever been asked interview questions on conflict resolution or interview questions on conflict management? How did you answer? Behavioural interview questions about conflict resolution are designed to test your responses to high stakes situations. Answers to conflict resolution interview questions give the interviewer insight into how you would likely respond to such a […]
A large portion of our adult lives are spent at work. We’re often interacting with others. In many cases without realising we’re negotiating. We may be discussing salary increases with our manager, trying to reach agreement on project timelines with colleagues and/or negotiating contract terms with clients. These are all workplace negotiation examples. Want to […]
There’s no doubt about it, times are changing. With increasing market volatility, uncertain political environments and the impact of climate change the world around us is changing at a rapid pace. This is no different in the business world. Organisations are constantly adapting, re-calibrating, planning and reacting to forces seemingly out of their control. These […]
What is negotiation? The term “negotiation” covers a huge range of activities. An obvious example is two lawyers talking (or writing) to each other on behalf of their clients to try to resolve a legal dispute – or to strike a deal for the acquisition of one company by another. A personal example is buying […]
You’ve been avoiding a colleague for weeks. Dodging calls, texts and calendar invites. It’s been quite easy because your office is large and flexible working means you don’t regularly share the same space and therefore don’t bump into each other. What had occurred between you and your colleague in a recent meeting was more than […]
Client relationships can at times be the most challenging relationships to navigate. They rely upon constant communication, can change quickly and are embedded with high levels of expectation. Despite our best efforts, they don’t always go to plan. And without continual transparency can result in conflict. Conflict, in the course of a client relationship can […]
Some people seem to be born with it. An innate ability to persuade others with fervour and ease. Whereas others struggle to gain buy-in for their ideas or proposals. What the difference between these two types of people? Why is it that one person can influence effectively, and another cannot? Is one’s ability to influence […]