Unpacking Our Conversations

The question "What are you doing?" always entails communication, whether with oneself or others, through spoken or written words, or through nonverbal expressions. Dive into this discussion on organizational relationships and communication, exploring their practical applications.

Conflict in the Work Environment

Exercises

  1. Write a description of a situation you recall where you came into conflict with someone else. It may be something that happened years ago, or a current issue that just arose. Using the principles and strategies in this section, describe how the conflict was resolved, or could have been resolved. Discuss your ideas with your classmates.
  2. Of the strategies for managing conflict described in this section, which do you think are the most effective? Why? Discuss your opinions with a classmate.
  3. Can you think of a time when a conflict led to a new opportunity, better understanding, or other positive result? If not, think of a past conflict and imagine a positive outcome. Write a two- to three-paragraph description of what happened, or what you imagine could happen. Share your results with a classmate.