5 Effective Ways to Resolve Conflict at Work

By siliconindia  |   Thursday, 06 March 2014, 01:25 IST
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Discuss the Issue and the Possible Solution with Your Co-worker/Boss Privately and Personally



If you let the emotions take control of you, you are bound to land in trouble. Hence it is advisable to stay calm, cool, collective and stay professional while discussing with your boss privately. Also remember to put across the possible solution in addition to the cause. This will facilitate a discussion rather than a finger pointing session. Also be prepare to listen to what is your boss has to say regarding the conflict as it isn’t all about you.



Wait It Out



Patience is the key for managing conflict with the boss. Sometimes it makes even more sense to be patience and wait it out rather than confronting the situation head on. Always remember, people working at the office have a lot on their plate and have to deal with a high degree of stress. Hence choosing a right time to discuss can be constructive move.



If your colleague or the boss doesn’t walk the required mile to resolve the conflict, you can always request your HR representative to intervene and resolve the issue as soon as possible.



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