In this case the prelude to conflict consisted of the variables that made the conflict possible between Elka, my other co-workers, and I. These included, but were not limited to, Elka’s lack of self esteem, history of drug abuse, mental instability, and lack of education. On my part, they included my lack of managerial experience and my unfulfilled need to have a family in this country. The triggering event was the fact that decided to confront Elka as the office manager instead of as a friend, which awoke in her, feelings of apprehension, defensiveness, and betrayal. In contrast, I knew that joining a religious cult was the worst thing that could have happened to someone as vulnerable to external influences as her. The initiation of the conflict took place when I decided to put the interest of our company first and I stood up to what I thought it was professional and fair. Conversely, she saw my approach as a direct attack to her and her religious
In this case the prelude to conflict consisted of the variables that made the conflict possible between Elka, my other co-workers, and I. These included, but were not limited to, Elka’s lack of self esteem, history of drug abuse, mental instability, and lack of education. On my part, they included my lack of managerial experience and my unfulfilled need to have a family in this country. The triggering event was the fact that decided to confront Elka as the office manager instead of as a friend, which awoke in her, feelings of apprehension, defensiveness, and betrayal. In contrast, I knew that joining a religious cult was the worst thing that could have happened to someone as vulnerable to external influences as her. The initiation of the conflict took place when I decided to put the interest of our company first and I stood up to what I thought it was professional and fair. Conversely, she saw my approach as a direct attack to her and her religious