Management of Human Behavior in Organizations - Assignment Example

Conflicts in the family are best resolved through smoothing strategies, accommodation techniques, or compromising and problem-solving skills. Finally, conflicts with a friend are best resolved using analytical skills to determine the root of the problem and to eventually compromise, on the basis of the terms agreed upon.

What are the barriers to win-win solutions? Win-win solutions mean that the terms and conditions are agreeable and amenable on both parties. The barrier to this type of solution, therefore, is finding a middle ground which would enable both parties to compromise on an agreement.

How do you agree to disagree with someone? Agreeing to disagree with someone entails cognitive skills that would have enabled one to assess the source of conflict on issues being discussed. When the argument is asserted does not conform to one’s believes, values, and preferences, then; it is best to disagree with the contentions of the other party.

List 3 avoidance tactics used at school/work by peers to avoid the issue.

1. Both parties withdraw from the scene of conflict;
2. Interaction between conflicting parties are not to be allowed; and
3. Deferring discussion of the issue to future dates.

Where they effective in resolution? Some of the avoidance tactics, such as deferring the discussion of the issue to future dates are effective, only in terms of preventing exacerbating the conflicting situation. When anger or emotional intensity have subsided, then, both parties could try to resolve the issue using other conflict resolution strategies, such as problem-solving, or compromising, as needed.
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