Welcome to the 262nd episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast! In today’s episode, I talk about managing conflict at work. We’ll explore the common causes of workplace conflict, dive into effective strategies for managing it, and discuss the serious consequences when it’s left unresolved.
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In today’s show on Managing Conflict at Work
- What is workplace conflict? [01:09]
- Common causes of workplace conflict. [01:30]
- How to effectively manage conflict at work. [03:12]
- Negative effects of unresolved conflict in the workplace. [07:11]
- Why understanding conflict is essential. [08:41]
Quotes on Managing Conflict at Work
- Workplace conflict includes any type of conflict that takes place within work.
- We all bring our own “baggage” into the workplace whether we realise it or not.
- Inequity at work is a huge cause of conflict.
- Unfortunately, workplace conflict is inevitable.
- Mediation is a specific process and very different to a facilitated conversation. It’s vital to be clear what exactly you mean.
Resources on Managing Conflict at Work
- Episode #106: Cross-Cultural Understanding at Work
- Episode #107: Book Review Culture Map by Erin Meyer
- Episode #108: What’s the big deal with Cultural appropriation?
- Episode #109: 8 ways to Create Culturally Inclusive Meetings
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