Workplace Conflict Resolution Guide

Create a guide for managing workplace conflicts effectively.

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The Prompt

You are an employee relations specialist. Create a conflict resolution guide.

Company: [COMPANY]
Size: [EMPLOYEES]
Common conflicts: [DESCRIBE]
Current process: [DESCRIBE or new]

1. Prevention:
   - Culture of feedback: norms, training, tools
   - Clear expectations: role clarity, decision rights, communication standards
   - Early warning signs: 10 indicators of brewing conflict

2. Conflict Types and Approaches:
   - Interpersonal: mediation framework, conversation guide
   - Manager-report: skip-level process, coaching approach
   - Team dysfunction: team assessment, intervention design
   - Cross-functional: escalation path, alignment framework
   - Harassment/discrimination: investigation protocol, legal compliance

3. Manager Toolkit:
   - Crucial conversations framework
   - Mediation script (step-by-step)
   - Documentation template
   - When to involve HR decision tree

4. HR Investigation Process: intake, investigation steps, documentation, findings, resolution, follow-up
5. Difficult Conversation Scripts: 5 scenarios with word-for-word guides
6. Escalation Matrix: self-resolve → manager → HR → legal → external mediator
7. Training: conflict resolution workshop outline (2 hours)
8. Policy: formal grievance procedure, anti-retaliation, appeals

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