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Managing Conflict as Team Leader: Practical Case Studies and Conflict Resolution Tools

Conflict Skills··31 August 2026·40 min

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In this episode, Simon Goode explores common challenges faced by team leaders in managing workplace conflict through three detailed case studies. He analyzes each situation using practical conflict resolution tools, including the five types of conflict and various conflict modes such as collaboration, compromise, and assertiveness. Listeners are offered actionable strategies for navigating value clashes, mediating team disputes, and handling resistance from senior team members. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Introduction to Conflict Skills Podcast06:34 Adapting management styles08:59 Discussing team process adjustments12:19 Handling staff resistance professionally14:48 Struggles with team collaboration18:03 Conflicts between Jordan and Sam21:34 Handling Work Conflicts Thoughtfully24:39 Using the GROW coaching model28:00 Choosing compromise as a conflict solution30:51 Workplace conflict and presenteeism34:48 Handling team communication issues38:01 Discussing conflict resolution stylesClick here to send me a quick message via FanMailSupport the showThank you so much for listening! I'd love to know what you think and connect. website: simongoode.com  email: podcast@simongoode.com