Intentional Leaders Podcast with Cyndi Wentland
Welcome to the Intentional Leaders Podcast with Cyndi Wentland. Where we’re all about creating confident, successful, and focused leaders who manage with purpose and impact. I’m Cyndi Wentland, the founder of Intentionaleaders. And I’m passionate about learning, teaching, and coaching on all things leadership related. My purpose is to equip leaders like you with the tools, resources, and support to accomplish your goals. To learn when you want, how you want. So, if you’re an aspiring leader, first-time manager, experienced executive, or you just want to make a bigger impact in your role as an individual contributor—this podcast is for you. Because each week we’ll focus on relevant, applicable, and easy to implement skills and practices—to create focus and a deliberate path to employee engagement and business results. I know that leadership has its challenges but learning to lead shouldn’t be one of them.
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Intentional Leaders Podcast with Cyndi Wentland
Conflict in the Workplace: Understanding the 6 Types and How to Navigate Them Effectively
In our latest podcast episode, we delve into the complexities of workplace conflict—an inevitable aspect of professional life that many prefer to avoid. By understanding the six common types of conflict, leaders can navigate these challenges more effectively, fostering a healthier work environment.
The Six Types of Workplace Conflict:
- Interpersonal Conflicts: These arise from personal differences between individuals, such as clashing personalities or communication styles.
- Goal Conflicts: Occur when team members have differing objectives, leading to disagreements on priorities and strategies.
- Resource Conflicts: Stem from competition over limited resources like time, budget, or materials, causing tension among team members.
- Value Conflicts: Emerge when individuals hold differing beliefs or values, potentially leading to ethical dilemmas or moral disputes.
- Performance Conflicts: Arise when there are discrepancies in work performance expectations, leading to dissatisfaction and disputes.
- Power Struggles: Involve conflicts over authority and control, often resulting in a struggle for influence within the team.
By identifying and understanding these conflict types, leaders can implement targeted strategies to address and resolve issues, ultimately enhancing team cohesion and productivity. Tune in to learn how to manage these conflicts effectively and create a more harmonious workplace.
NOTE: For more insight on how you handle conflicts, consider the Everything DiSC Conflict assessment for you or your team. This tool helps individuals curb destructive behaviors so that conflict can become more productive, ultimately improving workplace results and relationships.
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