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Conflicts arise in almost all workshops and team development processes that we accompany. Not all of them need to be dealt with in detail. This is usually only necessary when cooperation within the team is noticeably and permanently disrupted. This is when external conflict resolution by an experienced conflict facilitator or mediator can be worthwhile. Read here how we proceed.

Conflicts between managers, team members or departments cost energy

Once conflicts have escalated beyond a normal level, resolving them on one’s own is often exhausting and quickly overwhelms managers and those involved.

As a rule, a symmetrical escalation can be observed on both sides within a short period of time, which makes finding a sustainable conflict resolution more difficult:

  • very quickly, the parties to the conflict only have a selective perception. They only perceive that which confirms their prejudices against the other side and ignore everything else. As a result, each side feels legitimized in its actions – a spiral of escalation is set in motion.
  • Both sides are spending a lot of energy on the conflict, and that energy is now tied up here and missing elsewhere
  • the events no longer take place on a logical level, and are removed from rational control.

Conflict resloution is a focused and effective approach to dealing with and resolving conflicts within a team. However, one person on their own cannot permanently change the climate in a group for the better. This requires a fundamental willingness on the part of the other conflict parties to face up to the conflict and work through it.

The following basic conditions must be met for conflicts to be dealt with effectively:

  1. There needs to be a shared awareness of the fact that conflicts exist.
  2. There needs to be a fundamental willingness on all sides to work through the existing conflicts.
  3. The parties involved must have a genuine interest in resolving the conflicts.

Resolving conflicts permanently – with professional conflict resolution techniques

Our proven method for resolving conflicts in teams and companies promotes a willingness to face up to the conflict. Neither party is exposed in the process. In our workshops on resolving conflicts in teams

Conflict resolutions for any case

In our conflict resolution workshops, we develop viable solutions to conflicts between

This is how we proceed in conflict resolution

  1. Highlighting the issues
  2. Focus on the points of contention
  3. Recognize and work out the interests behind the points of view and the relevant demands
  4. Joint search for potential solutions
  5. Viewing and evaluating the potential solutions
  6. Building bridges over emotional obstacles
  7. Reaching an agreement
  8. Support and follow up on implementation

Selection of proven methods from our conflict resolution workshops

Mediation

Mediation is a structured process that typically takes place in five phases:

  1. Opening/clarification of the procedure
  2. Collection of topics and perspectives on the conflict
  3. Bringing the background into focus: What is the real conflict behind the conflict? What are the interests and needs of the parties to the conflict?
  4. Developing potential solutions
  5. Settlement and final agreement – recorded in writing for the sake of clarity.
Discussion on conflict resolution

Similar to mediation, but as a supplement, individual discussions can be held with conflict parties in advance and also between sessions, where all parties are present (“shuttle diplomacy“).

Harvard Case Method

The Harvard Case Method: a teaching method that has already been able to resolve entrenched conflicts in international politics. The basic principles of the Harvard Case Method are:

  1. Separate thing from person
  2. Focus on interests – set aside points of view
  3. Search for options (“Find the common ground”)
  4. Define criteria for decision-making
  5. Keep an eye on BATNA (“Best Alternative ToNon-Agreement“)
Conflict mapping

Visualization helps: conflict topics and conflict parties are graphically related to each other. The “view from above” onto the conflict process provides insights and enables a fresh look at potential solutions.

Workshop on conflict resolution

This format has proved very successful in other situations:

  1. The conflict parties first work separately and write down their own position: where does it hurt, what are our/my”pain points“?
  2. The parties to the conflict meet in a room. Each party presents their own position – the other party just listens initially.
  3. The facilitators create an inventory of the issues to be resolved.
  4. Solutions to the factual issues are then worked out together.

We offer special workshops for team conflicts: “Conflicts in the team / solving team conflicts”. We can also provide you with a free initial consultation with initial assessments and possible solutions.

Your benefits

  • Constructive clarifications
    We know and avoid the “stumbling blocks” in the development of viable solutions
  • Sustainable solutions
    We ensure the delivery of long-term solutions. Anything else would be a waste of time.
  • Strengthening the organization
    Your company/your organization learns to deal with conflicts competently on a long-term basis
  • Security
    Proven approach to conflict resolution

We are a team of experienced conflict mediators and change-managers. We offer our conflict resolution workshops nationwide in Germany and Switzerland.

Our customers value us for the following:

  • The systemic approach: conflicts usually have several causes. In order to achieve sustainable changes, it is usually not enough to look at individual influencing factors
  • The “art of the relevant question“: questions that are appropriate to the given situation, and sometimes “outside the box”, that open up new perspectives and promote the group’s knowledge-based progress
  • The ability to mirror back what happens in the group: resistances, structures, hidden connections…
  • Perception: for what is contained between the lines and has not (yet) been said
  • Versatile methods: a varied process, which is appropriate to the given situation, wakes up tired minds and boosts the overall energy of groups – especially in conflict situations
  • Consistent visualization: so that everyone knows the current state of affairs at all times
  • Sensitive leadership: sometimes it simply takes the “right questions at the right time” to promote new insights
  • Impartiality: we always remain neutral, do not adopt a point of view, but challenge and support the conflicting parties in solving their problem

Are you looking for conflict mediation?

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Conflict resolution – Summary

What is a conflict resolution workshop?

A conflict resolution workshop is a structured event in which participants learn how to manage conflicts constructively and improve their communication skills.

Who is the Conflict Resolution Workshop suitable for?

The workshop is aimed at individuals, teams and organizations who want to improve their conflict management skills.

What topics are covered?

Typical topics include conflict analysis, communication techniques, de-escalation strategies and finding solutions.

How long does the workshop take?

The duration varies depending on the scope, usually from half a day to several days.

Which methodologies are used?

We use a mixture of theoretical inputs, interactive exercises, group work, reflection rounds, and allegorical methodologies to make the unspeakable discussable.

Can the workshop be adapted to our needs?

Absolutely. We always provide “tailor-made” solutions and only offer customized workshops for your specific requirements.

What are the benefits of a conflict resolution workshop?

Improved teamwork, increased productivity and a more positive working atmosphere. And effective solutions for the many problems that teamwork can entail.

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