Start preparing to resolve conflict by checking your own behavior.
What are your buttons?
Have they been pushed?
How have you handled the situation so far?
What is your own responsibility in the matter?
2, Don't wait-
The sooner the conflict is resolved the easier it will be and the less likely it will blowup into something much larger.
Promptness gives you an example to of behaviour to work with and refer to and helps with reducing any building tension and help the person understand the specific behaviour you are talking about.
3, Talk about the issues in a private place-
Talking about an issue has almost no chance of succeeding if it is talked about in a public space as no-body wants to be embarrest infront of their …show more content…
4, Be aware of body language-
Information is conveyed without ever opening your mouth so you need to know what you message is and be aware of how you are holding your body.
- Alway make eye contact
- be conscious of your expressions
5, Share your feelings-
9 times out of ten the real conflict is about feelings and not about fact as you can argue about facts all day but everyone has and is entitled to their own feelings.
Owning your own feelings and caring about others is key when talking about conflict.
6, Identify the problem-
Provide specific details around the problem including your own observations and valid paperwork as well as information from reliable witnesses if appropriate.
Discuss what caused the situation.
Does everyone have the information they need.
Does everyone have the skills they need
Does everyone understand expectations
What are the obstacles
Does everyone agree on the desired outcome.
7, Actively listen and have compassion-
Things may not always be as they seem so you need to be ready and open to the persons explanation.
Sometimes getting all of the information from the team member changes the situation