General Knowledge About Conflict Resolution & Peacebuilding

The best work environments are harmonious and peaceful but, in any workplace, conflict can erupt when you least expect it. While sometimes workplace conflict may be blatant and disruptive, other times conflict is brewing beneath the surface but isn’t recognized until it intensifies. To try to prevent conflict from creating a tense work environment, it’s...

When conflict happens in the workplace, it can affect productivity and morale. If a conflict between coworkers intensifies and isn’t dealt with, the work environment can become toxic and unpleasant, which can lead to increased absenteeism and turnover. There are several common conflict situations in the workplace. Workstyle Conflicts When staff members are expected to...