MTSU Conflict Management Business Discussion – Description
(((((answer any 3 of these questions. each answer should be 300 words )))))
Q1. Take the Ross-DeWine Conflict Management Message Style Instrument located in the Module 4 content area. In your post, please discuss the following questions, 1), 2), 3) & 4).
1) Share your results.
2) Then, describe an instance where your conflict style was effective. How did your conflict style help you meet the group’s goals?
3) Next, describe an instance where your conflict style was
ineffective. Why was it ineffective?
4) What did you learn from these experiences about conflict?
Q2. We often assume that conflict is detrimental to relationships. However, conflict is actually a very healthy part of life. In your post, please discuss the following questions, 1), 2), 3) & 4).
1) Describe a time when you experienced conflict in a group that
was helpful.
2) What was the conflict about?
3) What type of conflict was it (i.e., task, personal, procedural)?
4) How did the conflict help the group meet its goals?
Q3. Groupthink is a significant issue that should be dealt with in small group communication. In your post, please discuss the following questions, 1), 2) & 3).
1) Have you ever experienced groupthink?
2) What made your group susceptible to it?
3) What verbal and nonverbal messages can you contribute to your group to help avoid groupthink?
Q4. Complete the Small Group Leader Traits Profile located under Module 4 content. Then, discuss the following questions 1), 2) & 3).
1) Share your findings with the class.
2) Did the results surprise you? Why or why not?
3) How might this assessment be useful in your small group?
Q5. Read Disney’s Approach to Leadership Training: https://www.disneyinstitute.com/blog/leadership-lessons-from-walt-disney–how-to/ and find 1 additional link to a specific organization’s leadership philosophy. Then discuss the following questions, 1) & 2).
1) How do the two compare?
2) Which organization would you most like to work for and why?
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