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Kelly- First and foremost, thank you for your military service. As a fellow service member I often feel that we don’t thank each other on a more personal basis. With that, I have to say that I understand the frustration and headache that is caused by the conflict avoidance approach. I, myself, am an ENTJ which lends itself to being known as the field marshal, dictator, or potentially other names better left unsaid. In my time in service, I have had to learn the steep curve of professional politics. Attempting to understand when and where is the appropriate and inappropriate times to address a conflict. In your situation, the dysfunctional conflict and presumably toxic personality of the member you are dealing with can absolutely lead to …show more content…

After all, Proverbs 10:12 tells us that “Hatred stirs up conflict, but love covers all offenses” (Holman Christian Standard Bible, 2004, Proverbs 10:12). Additionally, a few chapters later, we are taught that “A gentle word turns away anger, but a harsh word stirs up wrath” (Holman Christian Standard Bible, 2004, Proverbs 15:1). As managers, leaders, and most of all humans in God’s great kingdom, our focus must be on making His kingdom and our organization better. The only way this happens is through honest, genuine, direct communication that dissuades conflict from arising. When conflict does arise, utilizing all potential resources to find resolution before escalation. REFERENCES: Fischer, K. (2009) Power, Conflict, & Negotiation. [Power Point Slides]. Retrieved from Lecture Notes Online Web Site: https://learn.liberty.edu/bbcswebdav/courses/BMAL500_D12_201720/BUSI500_LUO_8WK_DEV_ImportedContent_20110311033412%281%29/BUSI500_LUO_8WK_MASTER_ImportedContent_20110218040324 Kinicki, A., & Fugate, M. (2016). Organizational Behavior: A Practical, Problem-Solving Approach. New York, NY: McGraw-Hill Education. Prenzel, P. V., & Vanclay, F. (2014). How social impact assessment can contribute to conflict management. Environmental Impact Assessment Review, 45, 30-37. doi:10.1016/j.eiar.2013.11.003 The Airman's Bible. (2004). Nashville, TN: Holman Christian Standard

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