When Leadership Matters Vol 2 2025 New - Flipbook - Page 115
When Leadership Matters
team members and encouraging open dialogue, leaders
can promote a culture of collaboration and respect, leading
to improved decision-making and greater overall success.
Conflict management involves creating an
environment where team members feel safe expressing
their opinions and ideas while ensuring everyone is heard
and respected. Leaders can encourage healthy conflict by
setting ground rules for communication, actively listening
to all perspectives, and encouraging team members to
focus on the issues rather than the individuals involved.
Ultimately, a leader who can effectively manage
conflict can foster an environment of open communication,
trust, and collaboration. By embracing conflict as an
opportunity for growth and learning, teams can move
closer to their full potential and achieve greater success.
As a leader, it is important to understand that conflict
is not always a negative thing. In fact, healthy conflict can
be beneficial for teams as it can lead to new ideas and
perspectives, helping them identify and resolve underlying
issues. However, if conflict is not managed effectively, it
can quickly escalate and lead to negative outcomes such as
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