HRPD 702 Mod 9 Topic 1 Five Methods Chart Worksheet PDF

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Five Methods Chart Worksheet. Module 09
What are the characteristics, pros, and cons, when best to use - each of the five methods of dealing with conflict?...

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Mod 9 Topic 1 - Five Methods Chart Worksheet Adnan Mehdi 301091381 Keshav Agrawal 301108922 Navneet Kaur 301107328 Niraj Harish Rasane 301110660 Rania Yassine 3 01101686 Centennial College HRPD 702 004 – Contemporary Organization Behavior Professor: Joanna Drakakis May 20, 2021

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MOD 9 TOPIC 1 - FIVE METHODS CHART WORKSHEET

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Question: What are the characteristics, pros, and cons, when best to use - each of the five methods of dealing with conflict?

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When there is a difference in understanding between individuals over any decision that is perceived to impact an outcome it gives rise to a situation termed as conflict[ CITATION Lan19 \l 1033 ]. The source of such conflicts may vary depending on the situation in which the conflict arises. However, management of the conflict is guided by five conflict-handling strategies. Appended below are the five methods along with the respective characteristics, pros, cons and the best use of such method cases: Conflict-handling Strategy[CITATI ON Hum20 \l 1033 ] Forcing (I win, You loose)

Characteristics

Pros

Cons

Best Case

Leads to quicker solution, Brings out the respect

It may lead to a quick solution to a conflict.

In the long run it may lead to the creation of a negative relationship. It may require a lot of effort and energy and may lead to be exhausting in some cases.

To resolve a long lasting conflict, it may act as a last resort.

Problem Solving (We all Win)

Less stressful, positive outcome

The actual problem is solved using this. An atmosphere of win-win outcome is created. Brings back the factors like respect and mutual trust. Creates a strong

The solution must be mutually accepted by both the parties. It is not recommended when quick solution is required as it is time

When there is a mutual understanding between the parties.

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Avoiding (no Winners, no Losers)

Strategic, Efficient

Yielding

Importance to important, With ease

Compromising (Win some, Loose some)

Effective in constraint, Reduces stress

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foundation for efficient collaboration for the future. The outcome is less stressful for both the parties.

consuming. May require more commitment than other methods.

When the opponent is forcing using avoiding as an advantage to react in more favorable condition can lead to a win. It provides the luxury to focus on more urgent issues. It helps to reassess the situation from a different point of view. It uses fewer efforts compared to others.

Not reacting might lead to opponent thinking that they have won. It might also lead to the loss of position.

When the environment is hostile.

It may negatively affect one’s confidence when responding to an aggressive opponent.

When no other method is applicable.

It may lead to a quicker issue resolution and will be a key to solution when in time constraint. It reduces a considerable amount of stress and tension from the dispute.

A situation in which both the parties are not satisfied might be created. In the long run, it is not the best option to build trust.

When there is a lack of mutual trust between the parties this might be taken as the first step.

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Inc, Humanmetrics. (2020). HRPersonality. Retrieved from Conflict Management Techniques: https://www.hrpersonality.com/resources/conflict-managementtechniques#:~:text=Forcing,resistance%20to%20another%20person's%20actions. Langton, N. (2019). Organizational Behavior. Canada: Pearson Canada Inc....