DEALING WITH CONFLICT

OK, like it or not, conflict is a part of all our lives, to one extent or another, both in the workplace and in our personal lives. Thus, how to most effectively deal with conflict, and to manage it effectively when it occurs, is a central task of managing in organizations (and in life itself).

Here is a great video to watch on managing conflict:



At 20 minutes, it is longer than most of the clips that I have posted, but well worth watching and with situations we can all relate too. After watching it, send me any comments that you might have to dwyld.kwu@gmail.com and I’ll post a follow-up with your thoughts.

David

P.S. Do feel free to pass this posting along to your friends, colleagues, family members – maybe even your boss – to help them with ideas on better managing conflict.

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Fast-food breakfast sales decline as fewer head to work

Uh-oh - Bad sign when the sausage biscuits stop selling!

David

Read:
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/02/20/AR2010022003718.html


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Please Don't Answer Job Interview Questions

This is an excellent article to put a new perspective on the always dreaded, frequently awkward job interview. Recommend that it should be read by all looking for a job, especially in these times. David Read the Article at HuffingtonPost

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The New Poor - Despite Signs of Recovery, Long-Term Unemployment Rises - Series - NYTimes.com

The New Poor - Despite Signs of Recovery, Long-Term Unemployment Rises - Series - NYTimes.com

Not sunny news - the more things change...

David