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PART 1 -

Assignment Details - Conflict occurs when two or more individuals perceive a situation differently and at least one person's perception is that he or she has been negatively affected. In fact, conflict can occur at any time, in any situation, and often at the worst possible time. When a group or team is working toward a goal and conflict erupts the process can come to a halt until the conflict is resolved. For the following questions take into consideration a conflict that you have experienced in your workplace.

This DB has two parts:

What role does differing behavioral styles play in a conflict?

Discuss the five methods of conflict resolution discussed by DuBrin (2001). What are the pros and cons of each of the following?

Confront the issue directly.

Receive criticism objectively and dispassionately while seeking clarification.

Recognize all parties' points of view.

Mentally convert negative aspects to positive ones.

Negotiate and bargain.

Reference

DuBrin, A. J. (2001). Human relations: Interpersonal, job-oriented skills (7th ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall. (Minimum 300 words).

PART 2 -

Teams have been a part of organizations for many years with the function and purposes changing as the needs of the organization have changed. A common emotion for individuals is to have an individual approach to their work rather than a collective effort. With this in mind, answer the following questions.

This DB has three parts:

How do teams bring value to an organization?

How are high performing teams built?

When a team is working well together and the project is proceeding as planned what can happen to derail even the high performing teams? (Minimum 300 words).

Instructions: Words: 1450+ words.