E261 | ”What Should I Do?”: Applying Strategic Thinking to Conflict Resolution

Imagine this:

You’ve just finished a meeting with your boss.  It wasn’t as much of a conversation or discussion as much as it was a sharing of information.  They’ve made a decision, and whether you agree with it or not, that’s what’s gonna happen.  And if you don’t agree to go along with it, you’ll be let go.

 

You exit the room and walk back to your office in a state of confusion, shock, and disgust.  What the heck just happened?! Not only do you not agree with their decision, but you view it as unethical and potentially harmful to the wellbeing of the people involved.

 

What should you do?  How do you figure out the best response to this situation?

 

Today’s episode walks you through the conflict resolution tool we use at our ApprentieshipTM workshops; a blueprint that will help you think strategically about your response to the situation.  

 

Afterall, when your job is on the line - just “winging it” or taking your best guess might not be enough to get the outcome you want.

 

In today’s episode, I cover:

 

• How you can benefit from thinking strategically as it relates to interpersonal and communication related issues (8:30)
• A 9 step process to breaking down situations of conflict (11:30)
• How to identify the root cause of the issue at hand (12:30)
• A necessary tool for rehearsing and refining your communication strategies to prepare for real life situations (28:30)

 

As promised, here is your BONUS DOWNLOAD - the Strategic Conflict Resolution Tool, previously exclusive to our Apprenticeship workshop.  This free resource will walk you through each of the steps outlined in the episode.  Let us know if you find it useful and how you’re able to use it!

 

Referenced Resources:

What Drives You? Quiz

The Apprenticeship Live Communication Workshop

E63: Power Dynamics in Leadership

E126: Contextual Components of Communication

E202: Influence Tactics: Why Facts & Logic Don't Change Our Minds

E130: How Understanding Drives Helps Build Buy-In

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