Copyright © 2009 First Steps Training & Development, Inc. All rights reserved. Copyright © 2008 First Steps Training & Development, Inc. All rights reserved. Conflict Management Part Two: Resolving Interpersonal Conflict Or How to Fight Fair Presented by: 1

Copyright © 2009 First Steps Training & Development, Inc. All rights reserved. Conflict: Working Definition(s) Difference in approach, interests, and beliefs and/or values coupled with the perception that there is a finite amount of resources... the belief (true or not) that if you get what you want, I won't get what I want... The indication of an unmet need. 2

Review: Conflict Strategies COMPETINGCOLLABORATING COMPROMISING AVOIDINGACCOMMODATING Cooperation Assertiveness 3 High Low

4 Copyright © 2009 First Steps Training & Development, Inc. All rights reserved. If the End goal is to have the most positive outcome AND the most productive relationships, the strategy must be Collaboration

Collaboration Process 1.Prepare yourself 2.Ask for a meeting in advance 3.Establish a meeting goal 4.Review situation (Facts/Feelings) 5.Ask what they want 6.State what you want 7.Brainstorm/Explore options; pick one 8.Decide what each person will do 9.Establish follow-up date 10.Write it down

Prepare: Cool Down EVENT PERCEIVED Violation of Something I Value Constructive Unconstructive Response The Cycle of Anger

Prepare: Know What You (Really) Want 1978 PositionsBehaviors ApproachInterests BeliefsValues

Collaboration Process 1.Prepare yourself 2.Ask for a meeting in advance 3.Establish a meeting goal 4.Review situation (Facts/Feelings) 5.Ask what they want 6.State what you want 7.Brainstorm/Explore options; pick one 8.Decide what each person will do 9.Establish follow-up date 10.Write it down

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