Give examples of three types of conflict that could arise when working in teams. Provide a resolution strategy for each. 150-200 word response to the following discussion.

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Team conflict is neither rare nor absolutely negative . However , it should center on the work and ideas instead of personal rivalries (Nelson Quick , 2006 . Members with opposing personalities affect the team 's work relations and process . Individuals must set aside personal grievances and see through another perspective (Yancey , C . Clarkson Baxa R . Clarkson , 2003 . A middleman is useful for rivals to continue being effective team mates from a distance

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or feelings that one is working harder than others can cause team conflict . People must remain objective and commit themselves to the same vision and goals , regardless of whose idea it was (Education and Training Unit , n .d . People should focus on what others can deliver rather than on how they deliver . They should only interfere when the process used by another is unethical or illegal

Another cause of conflict is free riding , which involves unfairly using the group 's benefits and resources while having others do all the work (Hagger , n .d . To avoid free riders , clear individual responsibilities must be defined within the group (Piezon Donaldson , 2005 . Ultimately the free rider ought to shape up or be ready to move out

References

Education and Training Unit (n .d . Conflict Management . Retrieved November 27 , 2008 from http /www .etu .org .za /toolbox /docs /building /conflict .html important

Hagger , M (n .d . Social facilitation . The University of Nottingham Retrieved November 27 , 2008 from...