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1. Self-Assessment (Chapter Content)
After reading this chapter, you should be able to:
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Define conflict and debate its positive and negative consequences in the workplace.
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Distinguish task from relationship conflict and describe three strategies to minimize relationship conflict during task conflict episodes.
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Diagram the conflict process model and describe six structural sources of conflict in organizations.
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Outline the five conflict handling styles and discuss the circumstances in which each would be most appropriate.
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Apply the six structural approaches to conflict management and describe the three types of third-party dispute resolution.
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Describe the bargaining zone model and outline strategies that skilled negotiators use to claim value and create value in negotiations.