Avoiding (Low Assertiveness and Cooperativeness) – Involves choosing not to engage in conflict. Accommodating (Low Assertiveness and High Cooperativeness) – Involves a level of self-sacrifice by giving in, placating, etc. What are the 5 modes of conflict? According to the Thomas-Kilmann Conflict Mode Instrument (TKI), used by human resource (HR)Read More →
Surprisingly, conflict can actually be a positive within an organization. Conflict can bring about change, improve situations and offer new solutions. Two types of conflict that can occur within a company are functional and dysfunctional. Is conflict dysfunctional in the workplace? Dysfunctional conflict can be an overabundance of conflict orRead More →
According to Tuckman, group formation takes place in following stages: (i) Forming Stage: When group-members first meet, there is a great deal of uncertainty about the group, the goal, and how it is to be achieved. (ii) Storming: There is a stage of intergroup conflict. What factors can cause conflictsRead More →