9.4. Stages of Conflict

Try these first

1. 1.

   Define latent conflict.

   Hint

   Think about conflicts that are present but not visible.

2. 2.

   What happens during the perceived conflict stage?

   Hint

   Consider the recognition of incompatible interests.

3. 3.

   What is latent conflict?

   • Openly expressed disagreement
   • Understood but not vocalized tension
   • Emotional response to conflict

   Hint

   It's the calm before the storm.

4. 4.

   True or False: Manifest conflict means that the disagreement has not been expressed.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Recall the stages of conflict.

5. 5.

   You are leading a project, and you notice growing tensions between team members. They seem to be at the perceived conflict stage. Describe a step-by-step approach to transition this situation towards productive conflict resolution.

   Hint

   Think about how to address conflicts before they escalate.

6. 6.

   Imagine a team has just come out of manifest conflict. What strategies could be implemented to foster a positive aftermath?

   Hint

   Consider how previous conflict experiences can be turned into learning opportunities.