Conflict Management Plan
1. Identify the available conflict management strategies and their strengths and weaknesses.
Strategy
Strengths
Weaknesses
Problem-Solving
Management should avoid taking sides when it comes to resolving problems within the group
Utilizing inappropriate body language could transfer the wrong message, it is important to listen to both parties prior to making a decision
Super ordinate Goals
Goals can only be met when everyone act responsibly and as a team to complete their part of the project.
. In the case that a team member is not pulling their weight and making the expected contribution, it could cause tension within the group
Avoidance
Try not to avoid things, give the group the opportunity to work conflicts out. Some management help may be required to resolve conflict.
Things that could have been taking care of in a simple manner could go beyond the control of management
Authoritative Command
Formally, conflicts resolutions are conducted by the management when something arise within the group; the group member’s involved are also informed
. It is very important for management to remain mutual; otherwise the team may view their decision as favoritism and risk of losing their trust
Compromise
Whenever a group of people gather together towards a common goal, in order to be successful they most compromise.
For a team to work and reach their goal, each member need to put aside their personal feeling and opinions and work together, in the case they are unable to compromise, it is sure that the final task will get stalemate
2. Which of the available conflict management strategies is most appropriate for the current situation with David and James? Provide your rationale, including what factors you considered in making your selection. Your response should be at least 100 words.
The recommended strategy would be problem-solving. It is very important for