Organizations need to be mindful of the impact of conflict in the workplace. And managing conflict in the workplace is an important aspect of maintaining an effective work environment. Knowing the causes of conflict, strategies to manage conflict, and techniques to resolve conflict, can help to build and maintain a more productive workplace. Traditionally, managers have viewed conflict as something which needs to be avoided. However, the contemporary view of conflict is that conflict, when constructive and handled appropriately, can have great benefit and be a catalyst for a healthier and more productive workplace.
In this discussion board answer the following questions. Be sure to provide YOUR thoughts and views based on examples from your own experiences.
Conflict in the workplace is inevitable. Comment on your views on what is positive and what is negative about conflict in the workplace and share why you think these can be helpful or harmful to an organization's effectiveness.
Typically, organizations have 6 structural sources that cause conflict. Identify the 6 typical structural sources of conflict discussed in this chapter. Provide in your own words how you think each of these structural sources bring about conflict and what you would do to address them.