Tools for easing conflict in the workplace

Experiencing conflict in the workplace

Using the DISC model of human behavior to help people communicate better.

Sometimes getting along with your coworkers isn’t always easy. Nikki Karnowski of Metamorphosis Coaching Consulting & Training says that even in the best workplaces, each person can face up to 3 hours of conflict.

“Even the best workplaces can have personality clashes. It simply can boil down to ‘I don’t understand you.'”

One of the tools Nikki uses is the DISC model human behavior, “It helps people to communicate better, their basic need, what fuels someone, what motivates them…”

D- Dominate

Fuel= results

I- Inspiring

Fuel= fun

S- Glue of the organization

Fuel= peace and harmony

C- Cautious

Fuel= excellence

If you want to make a quick decision, everyone the same. If you want to make the best decision, an informed decision you want to see people in the different quadrants.