Conflict resolution strategies
There are six categories of resolution for conflict. As you review them, ask yourself which resolution strategy is your go-to or your preferred way of handling things:
- Collaborate and problem-solve
- Compromise/reconcile
- Smooth/accommodate
- Force/direct
- Withdraw/avoid
- Negotiate
We'll start with the best resolution strategy for collaboration, albeit the most difficult to attain. However, if it works, then it's the longest-lasting strategy.
Collaborate and problem-solve
This is considered a win/win strategy and the best, longest-lasting way to manage a conflict situation because it is solution-oriented. The team or individuals will discuss ways to resolve the conflict and agree on the solution. This is a bit of perfect-world conflict resolution and is easier said than done. In fact, this is the most time-consuming of all solutions, because it may take some time and effort to get everyone on the same page and...
