May 2023 - Workplace Conflict

Workplace conflict is inevitable but it can be managed and resolved. Don’t ignore conflict-hoping or believing it will go away-it often doesn’t. Tips to avoid conflict? Survey employees about the workplace. You can develop your own survey via various online survey sites so that the results are anonymous.

Praise employees who do things right: whether publicly or privately, everyone likes a pat on the back. Welcome dissent - dissent can be productive and help improve the otherwise status quo.

Make sure policies and communication are clear and consistent, and equitably applied from the top down.

Rarely will there be a one size fits all solution to conflict - the people and the circumstances involved usually vary, so your approach to conflict resolution may vary. Good luck!