Ch.14 Conflict

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ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIORS T E P H E N P. R O B B I N S

W W W . P R E N H A L L . C O M / R O B B I N S

T E N T H E D I T I O N

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AFTER STUDYING THIS CHAPTER,

YOU SHOULD BE ABLE TO:

1. Define conflict.

2. Differentiate between the traditional, human

relations, and interactionist views of conflict.

3. Contrast task, relationship, and process

conflict.

4. Outline the conflict process.

5. Describe the five conflict-handling intentions.6. Contrast distributive and integrative

bargaining.

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AFTER STUDYING THIS CHAPTER,

YOU SHOULD BE ABLE TO:

7. Identify the five steps in the negotiating

process.

8. Describe cultural differences in negotiations.

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Transitions in Conflict Thought

Transitions in Conflict Thought

Causes:

Poor communication

Lack of openness

Failure to respond toemployee needs

Causes:

Poor communication

Lack of openness

Failure to respond toemployee needs


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Transitions in Conflict Thought (contd)

Transitions in Conflict Thought (contd)


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Functional versus Dysfunctional Conflict

Functional versus Dysfunctional Conflict


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Types of ConflictTypes of Conflict


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The Conflict ProcessThe Conflict Process

E X H I B I T 14-1


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Stage I: Potential Opposition or IncompatibilityStage I: Potential Opposition or Incompatibility

Communication Semantic difficulties, misunderstandings, and noise

Structure

Size and specialization of jobs

Jurisdictional clarity/ambiguity Member/goal incompatibility

Leadership styles (close or participative)

Reward systems (win-lose)

Dependence/interdependence of groups Personal Variables

Differing individual value systems

Personality types


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Stage II: Cognition and PersonalizationStage II: Cognition and Personalization

Positive FeelingsPositive FeelingsPositive FeelingsNegative EmotionsNegative EmotionsNegative Emotions

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Stage III: IntentionsStage III: Intentions

Cooperativeness:

Attempting to satisfythe other partysconcerns.

Assertiveness:

Attempting to satisfyones own concerns.

Cooperativeness:

Attempting to satisfythe other partysconcerns.

Assertiveness:

Attempting to satisfyones own concerns.


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Stage III: Intentions (contd)Stage III: Intentions (contd)


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Stage III: Intentions (contd)Stage III: Intentions (contd)


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Dimensions of Conflict-Handling IntentionsDimensions of Conflict-Handling Intentions

E X H I B I T 14-2


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Stage IV: BehaviorStage IV: Behavior


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Stage IV: Conflict Resolution TechniquesStage IV: Conflict Resolution Techniques

Problem solving

Superordinate goals

Expansion of resources

Avoidance

Smoothing

Compromise

Authoritative command Altering the human variable

Altering the structural variables

Problem solving

Superordinate goals

Expansion of resources

Avoidance

Smoothing

Compromise

Authoritative command Altering the human variable

Altering the structural variables


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Stage IV: Conflict Stimulation TechniquesStage IV: Conflict Stimulation Techniques

Communication

Bringing in outsiders

Restructuring the organization

Appointing a devils advocate

Communication

Bringing in outsiders

Restructuring the organization

Appointing a devils advocate


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Conflict-Intensity ContinuumConflict-Intensity Continuum

E X H I B I T 14-3


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Stage V: OutcomesStage V: Outcomes

Functional Outcomes from Conflict

Increased group performance

Improved quality of decisions

Stimulation of creativity and innovation

Encouragement of interest and curiosity

Provision of a medium for problem-solving

Creation of an environment for self-evaluation andchange

Creating Functional Conflict

Reward dissent and punish conflict avoiders


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Stage V: Outcomes (contd)Stage V: Outcomes (contd)

Dysfunctional Outcomes from Conflict

Development of discontent

Reduced group effectiveness

Retarded communication

Reduced group cohesiveness

Infighting among group members overcomes groupgoals


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NegotiationNegotiation


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Bargaining StrategiesBargaining Strategies


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Distributive versus Integrative BargainingDistributive versus Integrative Bargaining

E X H I B I T 14-5


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Staking Out the Bargaining ZoneStaking Out the Bargaining Zone

E X H I B I T 14-6


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The

Negotiation

Process

The

Negotiation

Process

E X H I B I T 14-7


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Issues in NegotiationIssues in Negotiation

The Role of Personality Traits in Negotiation

Traits do not appear to have a significantly direct effect

on the outcomes of either bargaining or negotiatingprocesses.

Gender Differences in Negotiations

Women negotiate no differently from men, althoughmen apparently negotiate slightly better outcomes.

Men and women with similar power bases use thesame negotiating styles.

Womens attitudes toward negotiation and theirsuccess as negotiators are less favorable than mens.


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Third-Party NegotiationsThird-Party Negotiations


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Third-Party Negotiations (contd)Third-Party Negotiations (contd)


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Why U.S. Managers Might Have Trouble in Cross-

Cultural Negotiations

Why U.S. Managers Might Have Trouble in Cross-

Cultural Negotiations

E X H I B I T 14-8


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E X H I B I T

Conflict and Unit PerformanceConflict and Unit Performance

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