Workplace English: Learn how to deal with conflict in the workplace.
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How do you usually deal with workplace conflict?
1. Prevent conflict before it starts.
2. Face the conflict head on.
3. Deal with the aftermath of conflict.
Avoid "you" language.
"you" can sound accusatory and make others defensive
Use more general language or use "I".
Ask clarifying questions.
What I hear you saying is...? Is that right?
Can you please explain what you mean?
Deal with conflict head on.
"You seem to be taking offence and that isn't my intention. Let me say it another way."
Offer understanding and solutions.
- I understand your point.
- It's worth considering...
- What if we...?
Things got a little out of hand.
I want to clear the air.
Let's wipe the slate clean.
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Jackie and Daniel have been working on a new app interface for their company. They were each responsible for writing different parts of the code. Jackie tells Daniel that a lot of his code doesn't fit the standard they came up with. What should Daniel do?
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Your manager has been giving you too many tasks lately. You want to be a good employee, but you're starting to feel burned out. What is the best thing to tell your manager?
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