Topic: Conflict Resolution
Part 1: The 5 Types of Conflict
There are 5 types of conflict that might affect you at work. Let’s take a look at them and consider some solutions.
Interdependence conflicts
Differences in styles
Differences in background and gender
Difference in leadership style
Personality clashes
Part 2: Resolving Workplace Conflict
Watch the video and answer the questions.
Vocabulary:
fester: (v.) get worse over time due to not being treated
stem from: (v.) to originate from
carry one’s weight: (v.) to contribute enough work fairly
root cause: (n.) the initial reason something happened
apparent: (adj.) clearly visible or obvious
common ground: (idiom) opinions or interests shared by two sides
do wonders: (idiom) have a very good effect