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Office Conflict Resolution Checklist

Office Conflict Resolution Checklist

Run this checklist every time you need to mediate a conflict in the office
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Introduction:
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Preparation:
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Record basic details
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Consider do's and don'ts
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Schedule a meeting
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Understanding:
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Ask each participant to describe the conflict
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Identify the root cause
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Clarify the underlying problem
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Empathize with both sides
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Summarize the conflict
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Resolving:
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Brainstorm solutions together
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Rule out unworkable options
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Summarize all possible options
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Assign further analysis of options to each party
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Make sure all parties agree on next steps
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Agree on a date to review progress
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Close the meeting with reconciliation
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Sources:
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