Conflict at the workplace

Why do inter-departmental conflicts crop up?

Let us back up a bit and do some appreciative enquiry –Conflict is not all that bad as it is painted out to be, Conflict ensures evolution !Various aphorisms come to mind- thinning of the herd ,survival of the fittest  etc.Conflicts are an inevitable part of the human condition, even in the absence of other people, teams  etc. There are intense internal conflicts that occur due to a series of reasons, these struggles arise due to a lack of awareness of our values, beliefs norms and references. Awareness and acknowledgement of our internal network help in decoding the world within

Now ,about  inter departmental conflicts-There are enough ingredients that abound in this VUCA environment to keep Leaders  “on Edge” ,add to this volatile mix the following elements egos, fiefdoms ,turf battles ,fight for resources ,fight for significance and we have a corporate soap opera ready.

There are needs that need to be fulfilled at work and at play and these needs are 

Need for certainty

Need for uncertainty

Need for Growth

Need for Love and connection

Need for significance

Need for contribution

When these needs are not met, we fight to fulfill these needs and conflicts arise. Being a conflict competent leader is all about being a leader who can flex his style to suit the nature of conflict at hand.

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