Listen "Modern Future Skills of Conflict Mastery"
Episode Synopsis
Karen Valencic, a leader in team development with a unique emphasis on conflict mastery influenced by Aikido, discusses the increasing importance of understanding and mastering workplace conflict for innovation and employee retention.
Valencic critiques the traditional approach of managing conflict, arguing instead for leaders to foster an environment where healthy conflict is encouraged and skillfully navigated to tap into the creative and innovative potential of their teams. She highlights how approaching conflict with a mindset of curiosity and a goal-oriented perspective can turn it into a catalyst for collaboration and progress.
Valencic's unique approach offers a fresh perspective on conflict resolution, emphasizing the development of conflict mastery skills among leaders as essential for the future of work.
She can be found on her website, and Linkedin.
Valencic critiques the traditional approach of managing conflict, arguing instead for leaders to foster an environment where healthy conflict is encouraged and skillfully navigated to tap into the creative and innovative potential of their teams. She highlights how approaching conflict with a mindset of curiosity and a goal-oriented perspective can turn it into a catalyst for collaboration and progress.
Valencic's unique approach offers a fresh perspective on conflict resolution, emphasizing the development of conflict mastery skills among leaders as essential for the future of work.
She can be found on her website, and Linkedin.
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