3 consequences of unhealthy conflict

 An excellent post by Mac Lake....

If you are paying attention to your team at all, you've likely experienced the reality that conflict is unavoidable. 

 

So, how do you navigate conflict?

 

Do you ever see positive outcomes from it?

 

I've learned it's essential to understand the consequences of poorly managed conflict so I can be more ready to accept the wins that can come from navigating it well!

 

Here are three losses you will experience if you mismanage conflict:

1. Loss of relationship
2. Loss of respect
3. Loss of momentum

 

If you're seeing any of those outcomes on your team, it's time to get focused on how conflict is dealt with.

 

I want to offer you encouragement, though. There are significant wins to be experienced on your team as you learn how to effectively manage conflict.  

 

Healthy conflict leads to:

1. Greater understanding within your team
2. Deeper relationships on your team
3. Supernatural momentum

 

To experience these benefits, I encourage you to focus on two things: Understanding the communication styles of your team and having the courage to seize opportunities for reconciliation. 

 

Too often, leaders are afraid of conflict. 

 

They can be timid to broach topics that may ruffle feathers. They can dread the strong emotions and opinions of those in disagreement.

 

But I want to encourage you to do what often sets great leaders apart from the rest– look ahead to the overarching story. See the beauty of reconciliation. See the strength and respect gained. See the depth your team can reach together. 

 

It's worth it.