These notes are taken from Grade 12 Consumo Business Studies Learner Book. They have really helped me. They are not in depth but explain everything that is need from chapter 1-6. You must make reference to your textbook in order to achieve the best marks, if you see a mistake on the print out on yo...
1) FUNCTIONAL VS DYSFUNCTIONAL CONFLICT: conflict can be defined at as negative
differences of opinion and emotion.
1.1) FUNCTIONAL CONFLICT: a situation is where 2 parties deal with conflict in a healthy
manner.
- The outcome is +
- May head to innovative, creative, and higher productivity
- The RESPECT shown by both parties.
- Need to listen to others point of views
- Acknowledge that there may be different views
- They need to compromise
- Which leads to a win-win situation.
- It can lead to group “bonding” because common interests are found
a) Possible outcomes:
- Conflict may create awareness that there is a problem, which can be solved.
- May consider a wider range of ideas and increase participation.
1.2) DYSFUNCTIONAL CONFLICT: when the 2 parties do not work together to solve the
issue.
- Decline in productivity
- Misinterpretation in egos
- Misunderstanding and lack of communication
a) Possible outcomes:
- ‘ – ‘ impact on teamwork
- Blaming one another
- + stress and anxiety
- Low morals = + staff turn over
- Waste of time
2) REASONS FOR CONFLICT:
2.1) different personalities can get in the way and increase egos which can lead to
disagreements:
- Management should assess the situation. He/she should intervene to get the people
to focus
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