Why There’s So Much Conflict at Work and What You Can Do to Fix It | Liz Kislik | TEDxBaylorSchool

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  • We usually think of conflict as something that happens between people, so when there's conflict at work, we tend to blame the people involved, and expect them to straighten things out. But people are just the part of the story that's easiest to see, according to Liz Kislik, a management consultant and business coach. Liz draws on examples from more than 25 years of working with clients from the Fortune 500 to national nonprofits and family-run businesses such as American Express, The Girl Scouts, and Highlights for Children. She describes the underlying conditions that can lock people into unproductive conflict, and shares five steps to enable people in any kind of organization identify the underpinnings of a conflict and work through it effectively. Liz's focus is on helping organizations solve their thorniest problems while strengthening their top and bottom lines. She writes for Harvard Business Review and for the dedicated readers of her "Workplace Wisdom" blog and has taught at Hofstra University and NYU. You can learn more at lizkislik.com.

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  • @Alexander-uw7im
    @Alexander-uw7im 4 роки тому +164

    oh my God, conflicts happen bc of people. I have worked from home bc of this virus, i have never been so happy.

    • @jameshuang8440
      @jameshuang8440 3 роки тому +2

      LOL .fantastic .... and exactly ...

    • @sophiakh9590
      @sophiakh9590 3 роки тому +1

      Very good.

    • @asenathtv8599
      @asenathtv8599 2 роки тому +4

      I have worked from home, and even the virtual work environment SUCKED.

    • @graceallovermae
      @graceallovermae 2 роки тому +3

      My exact thoughts. We’re all so different that it stresses me out sooooo much! I work at a fast food restaurant and just accepted a work from home offer and have never been so excited and relieved to get away from people and ONLY be around Family

    • @Vendetta-ta4224
      @Vendetta-ta4224 2 роки тому

      Same 👋 Life is so peaceful working from home!

  • @anastasiaward5048
    @anastasiaward5048 3 роки тому +12

    I show this talk to my students in Workplace Dispute Resolution. The ability which Liz has to clearly explain difficult points with humour and compassion is incredibly powerful in the learning environment

  • @adamsell2675
    @adamsell2675 3 роки тому +13

    Excellent presentation! I'll use these 5 steps to help resolve a conflict this week!

  • @Fransphoenix
    @Fransphoenix 2 роки тому +8

    This was an incredibly strong talk. I really needed to hear this. Thank you!

  • @halcarltonford
    @halcarltonford 2 роки тому +11

    Great talk. I hope more people begin to approach conflict this way.

  • @simatian2019
    @simatian2019 3 роки тому +22

    Unfortunately, it is because of people. Usually just a few... Managers with little to no experience concerning the work they "manage".

  • @etloeb
    @etloeb 4 роки тому +39

    So wise to get underneath conflict or we will continue to perpetuate misunderstanding and further conflict that gets in the way of productive, enjoyable work environments. Great talk!

  • @jenjq2012
    @jenjq2012 3 роки тому +7

    I am very grateful to this speaker thought to address bullying and corporate incompetence! Other TED talks on the same subject completely dismiss this idea!

  • @michaelosullivan6921
    @michaelosullivan6921 11 місяців тому +1

    Clear, Concise and Insightful. Thank you!!

  • @leahforrest9155
    @leahforrest9155 2 роки тому +1

    Spot on! So glad to stumble on this one.

  • @tem1465
    @tem1465 4 роки тому +4

    Thank you so much for this. So enlightening. ♥ ♥ ♥

  • @janelleopoku5235
    @janelleopoku5235 2 роки тому +2

    This was an excellent talk! Relevant and actionable.

  • @TimDawes
    @TimDawes Рік тому +3

    Wow, that was just terrific. I also teach conflict resolution. And still I found great gems and a really powerful construct. Thank you, Liz.

  • @christianrusin7397
    @christianrusin7397 4 роки тому +8

    Simply perfect

  • @allieh.1228
    @allieh.1228 3 роки тому +14

    This is seriously one of the most helpful relatable talks. I needed this!

  • @manuelacea-poblete7393
    @manuelacea-poblete7393 4 роки тому +6

    Thank you for sharing your knowledge, Liz. So many pieces of the puzzle to consider in the aim for better relationships and communication in the workplace.

    • @kelvinjameson3764
      @kelvinjameson3764 2 роки тому

      sorry to be off topic but does someone know of a tool to log back into an Instagram account??
      I somehow lost the password. I would love any assistance you can give me!

    • @andersgabriel3
      @andersgabriel3 2 роки тому

      @Kelvin Jameson instablaster ;)

    • @puffyluvv
      @puffyluvv 2 роки тому

      @@kelvinjameson3764 doesn’t it have the option “forgot your password”? I don’t use instagram anymore but there should be an option like that just click on it and it will ask for the email you used for the account and they’ll send you a link to make a new password for your account

  • @katiemuldoon6695
    @katiemuldoon6695 6 років тому +21

    Office Conflict - not an easy topic to address but Liz Kislik held the audience’s attention throughout her well-organized presentation by employing an exceptionally well-prepared combination of human touch and truly useful information. You knew she was speaking with both kindness and true knowledge…and you wanted to hear more.

  • @bertiebyron4231
    @bertiebyron4231 5 місяців тому

    Magnificent wonderful superb great teaching

  • @lraschellmorton8324
    @lraschellmorton8324 4 роки тому +82

    5 Steps To Get Traction on Persistent Conflict: 1. Rule, screen or deal with that 1 person who is the source of conflict. 2. Ask the right people the right questions. 3. Align around goals and means. 4. Find allies at all levels. 5. Teach new habits for managing differences. (My feedback) Thank you.

    • @tarasavage7328
      @tarasavage7328 3 роки тому +4

      Lraschell Morton thank you I was going to look up te transcript lol

    • @Shubh22
      @Shubh22 3 роки тому +6

      Steps 6 - Sometimes something needs to be said and done even if it's too uncomfortable.

    • @reitasmithjack123
      @reitasmithjack123 2 роки тому +1

      Thank you

    • @danssj1502
      @danssj1502 Рік тому

      No sé quién eres pero te amo.

    • @JesusLightsYourPath
      @JesusLightsYourPath 10 місяців тому +2

      Im still completely confused. What questions are we supposed to ask? why does it seem like shes only giving advice to employers instead of employees

  • @amardipkurukwar4902
    @amardipkurukwar4902 Рік тому

    Good session on conflict management, thank you.

  • @arlinegeorge6967
    @arlinegeorge6967 3 роки тому +4

    Beautiful amazing impressive brilliant talk. Thank you, bless you. All your dreams come true.

  • @valariejones8276
    @valariejones8276 2 роки тому

    Very informative information this I needed I have truly been threw alot with upper management and couldn't understand the why ....now I get it

  • @Eidolonian
    @Eidolonian 7 місяців тому

    Brilliant talk

  • @jenamirgholi6004
    @jenamirgholi6004 2 роки тому +2

    social competition can be a major ringleader in this.

  • @Sonofgod384
    @Sonofgod384 9 місяців тому

    Very helpful thanks 🙏

  • @DoubleRainbows-fp6ih
    @DoubleRainbows-fp6ih 4 роки тому +1

    Brilliant. Helped me so much.
    Thank you

  • @dreamydesignsbyalia
    @dreamydesignsbyalia 5 місяців тому

    This is so on point

  • @dejapearson9569
    @dejapearson9569 Рік тому

    Very helpful

  • @shenaclark594
    @shenaclark594 3 роки тому

    I enjoyed this video, I understand more about and how to deal with conflict.

  • @edwardcortez4113
    @edwardcortez4113 4 роки тому +78

    Where there's no communication, there's conflict

    • @rubystone493
      @rubystone493 4 роки тому +2

      Well said

    • @jac1161
      @jac1161 4 роки тому +9

      Well, no communication, yes, but poor and faulty lying communicating aka gossiping and gaslighting? Yes.

    • @EdMcCornhole
      @EdMcCornhole 4 роки тому +6

      Then workplace violence happens. I know of a story where a worker had conflict with two others, he left, came back with a baseball bat and bashed their skulls in. Both of them dead. Be careful how you treat others at work.

    • @tammybradshaw5400
      @tammybradshaw5400 4 роки тому +2

      Deep!

    • @usernameBeatles
      @usernameBeatles 3 роки тому +2

      Do you meant " Where there's communication, there's bound to be conflict?"

  • @msamar565
    @msamar565 8 місяців тому

    Brilliant.

  • @alisonescalantemd4305
    @alisonescalantemd4305 5 років тому +7

    Wow! This was very helpful.

  • @AngelaFlynnGrnEv
    @AngelaFlynnGrnEv 4 роки тому +67

    My conflicts have been due to abusive employees that were tolerated by my employers. My guess is that the employers feared retaliation if they fired these abusive people.

    • @Rovtful
      @Rovtful 3 роки тому +5

      so insightful

    • @Shubh22
      @Shubh22 3 роки тому +8

      I have experienced exactly the same.

    • @diegomorales8616
      @diegomorales8616 3 роки тому +5

      One of the biggest legal risks you can take in America is hiring someone. The root cause of the cowardly behavior is the code of regulations that opens you up to frivolous lawsuits that will actually win (or win a settlement). As an indication of this, consider that an employee can quit for any reason but an employer can't fire for any reason.

    • @charmaine7301
      @charmaine7301 2 роки тому +6

      Well you either keep the bad people and you loose the good ones or you do the opposite….

    • @glow1815
      @glow1815 Рік тому

      I agreed. What my company is doing.

  • @jinglemoss8426
    @jinglemoss8426 2 роки тому +1

    My work place is full of this. But you voice your opinion you've had it

  • @umits12
    @umits12 3 роки тому +1

    Wow she is amazing.

  • @makiahalmendariz4093
    @makiahalmendariz4093 4 роки тому

    I love what Mrs. Kislik had to say. I strongly agree with her five-step evaluation and her ‘Lizard listening’ technique. My father was very passionate about educating me on professional communication, as I grew up. 👌🏽

  • @salembenlama3257
    @salembenlama3257 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you very much for your humanitarian speech 🌹

  • @Khairuddink
    @Khairuddink 5 років тому +1

    Thanks

  • @ellemax4605
    @ellemax4605 7 місяців тому

    Love this. But what happens when the conflict is caused by the incompetent bully?

  • @steflondon88
    @steflondon88 4 роки тому +43

    Her voice is kind of soothing lol.

  • @brendamartinez6955
    @brendamartinez6955 3 роки тому

    Great talk

  • @glow1815
    @glow1815 Рік тому

    It's so hard to get results to conflict to resolved because if the leadership doesn't follow through to their words. And just sweep employees conflict under the rug. I am dealing with that as speak and other employees. We just shut down and stopped speaking. For what if you have a leadership that just listen one ear and out the other. They have no plans to solve conflict so it continues.

  • @snieves4
    @snieves4 Рік тому

    We need to take care of each other.

  • @AbuHossainMahmood
    @AbuHossainMahmood 2 роки тому

    Nice

  • @chrispfund9846
    @chrispfund9846 4 роки тому +4

    Really great talk!

  • @JohnSmith-vq1kf
    @JohnSmith-vq1kf 4 роки тому +5

    I agree with my brother...he worked in retail for 17 years....he said "every customer thinks they are right"...same in work place....everyone thinks "they are right"....

    • @sairanikhatimam
      @sairanikhatimam Рік тому

      In general every human thinks the same isn't ?

  • @NairVetGaming
    @NairVetGaming 4 роки тому +4

    4:21 steps begin

  • @tiaturnbullchampionscoachi9587
    @tiaturnbullchampionscoachi9587 4 роки тому +1

    Your voice is SO calming. What a wonderful voice. I am very curious what is on the elephant cards. Are those the questions you asked?

    • @rach5516
      @rach5516 3 роки тому

      I think she means the questions that expose the elephant in the room...those uncomfortable truths.

  • @rachelmulonda6648
    @rachelmulonda6648 4 роки тому +22

    I'm here caz of my assignment

  • @tiaturnbullchampionscoachi9587
    @tiaturnbullchampionscoachi9587 4 роки тому +2

    This makes me think of the conflicts that happen between races in America.
    So many people argue surface topics and present moment situations but no matter how " reasonable" it looks like someone is being the situation where some groups control resources to their advantage while leaving other groups out is still there hiding underneath and it causes resentment that is festering under every surface subject.
    So even if someone wins in a discussion they are still relegated to a lesser position in life so even if you win you lose.
    People still feel dissatisfied, even after a surface conflict is resolved.They don't even know exactly why they are still angry, feel bad about themselves and confused about really addressing the underlying real issues.
    It just feels too big to tackle and too painful and scary to acknowledge.

  • @samrathore9396
    @samrathore9396 5 років тому +13

    The policy governing the operating model, decides what should be done when conflicts arise. Now imagine that the local policymakers themselves are into the mode of promoting ''dysfunctional'' people. If that doesn't sound bad enough, then the cherry on pie is the misinterpretation of conflict resolution itself, where dysfunctional leaders promote dysfunctional juniors to keep genuine people away from stepping into the right role. Branding dysfunctional is something which goes beyond identifying an incompetent person, but its actually more than that. Its about how the promoting leader wants to retain higher stakes among themselves and promote ''pets'' not talent.

    • @rosamarydelacruz6665
      @rosamarydelacruz6665 4 роки тому +2

      Samrat Hore you just described my work environment. Actually the toxic environment is created by the leaders not the subordinates. Favoritism all over the place, showcase his favorite people with nothing to offer to the agency but ignorance

  • @TyzFix
    @TyzFix 2 роки тому +3

    Even the incompetent employee is not easy to resolve. I never see people say themselves are incompetent. Even worse, the manager of that employee will not agree because he did the hiring

  • @merc340sr
    @merc340sr Рік тому

    Many employers do nothing when there is conflict. They are slow to reprimand productive/"essential" employees even if these employees are bullies...

  • @AT-wz5to
    @AT-wz5to 3 роки тому +1

    Put video at 1.25 :P

  • @pinkapple4669
    @pinkapple4669 2 місяці тому

    The pop rocks 😂

  • @yousraadly7341
    @yousraadly7341 3 роки тому +1

    That why rude is created, it is amazing treatments /strategy to deal with /for those who their mothers forgat to teach them politness .iam So good and so bad just push the bottons to get your order other wise i got nill for no body and cant wait for any to start it with me , every action got a reaction, lol even physics agrees with me.

  • @RahmaudCT
    @RahmaudCT 4 роки тому +9

    I swear this is the lady that does the audio books..

  • @youngking5252
    @youngking5252 Рік тому

    What are these elephant cards? I want to try

  • @MNP208
    @MNP208 2 роки тому +2

    Only high level executives and managers get this training. It doesn't trickle down to the employees working on the front lines.

    • @glow1815
      @glow1815 Рік тому

      So true never brought to us. What is brought to us is get those number hustles the front line employee.

  • @Viv8ldi
    @Viv8ldi 4 роки тому +1

    So is this something I can implement myself as a social worker when I have issues with other people in my team, or do I need a councelor like her to do that?

  • @kkm312
    @kkm312 4 роки тому +34

    She's seems to legitimately want to help, but companies create these situations, sometimes unwittingly, but let them continue. Almost like 'let the best man/woman win', like gladiators.
    Manipulative snakes charm bosses to get hired and are frauds who have no background to do the job, then get everyone around them to dance to their tune. Those that don't dance are forced out.

    • @iolantham
      @iolantham 3 роки тому

      @kkm312 So true. It seems that a lot of companies hire incompetents as managers and you can't talk to incompetents.

    • @glow1815
      @glow1815 Рік тому

      Exactly what my company is going. Well said

  • @interestingvideos4me
    @interestingvideos4me Рік тому +1

    Maybe there is a contradiction between step 1 and what she said before, about not focusing on people, but on structures. No?

  • @felchs
    @felchs Рік тому +1

    How to manage a conflict: bring a beer to the table 🍺

  • @cookiecoy8497
    @cookiecoy8497 2 роки тому +11

    The 5 steps your professor asked to identify:
    1. We need to rule out the unfortunate possibility that a single dysfunctional individual is actually the source of conflict.
    2. Asking the right people the right questions
    3. Making sure that everyone is aligned.
    4. Find allies at all levels in the organization to help you implement the change
    5. Teach new habits for managing differences.
    You’re welcome. Now, go write that essay you lazy head...

  • @salembenlama3257
    @salembenlama3257 4 роки тому

    You must be the UN representative to Libya . You are the right person to safe the community of 5 million helpless people . I 💚 you .

  • @sweetangel4761
    @sweetangel4761 3 роки тому +3

    It sounds great talk but people with this mindset are the one makes the conflict even worst!

  • @carobratz
    @carobratz 4 роки тому +1

    I'd love it if it had spanish subtitles available to share it with some colleagues

  • @BudCaudill-nr7ln
    @BudCaudill-nr7ln 11 місяців тому

    😢😮

  • @jj-yf4qf
    @jj-yf4qf 4 роки тому +7

    Bullies don't know what they are doing? Wise up lady

  • @deborahrowland4264
    @deborahrowland4264 5 років тому +22

    I am ready, to quit, i have found a job, where no one, looks over your shoulder

    • @ericgreen2325
      @ericgreen2325 4 роки тому +3

      Deborah Rowland good for you that only exists when own your own company good luck with that

    • @chwig7354
      @chwig7354 4 роки тому +1

      hey bud, good on you, but if, i, may, i think you, use too many, commas

    • @iolantham
      @iolantham 3 роки тому

      Great, Deborah! I hope such a job exists. Please let me know if your present job is like that, where no one checks on you constantly.

    • @glow1815
      @glow1815 Рік тому

      @@ericgreen2325 lol so true. No companies isn't going to watch him like a hawk.

  • @nb6426
    @nb6426 Рік тому +1

    Yea we have to one day realize that their are bad people! And their mischievous behavior does not stop at work!

  • @donnya205
    @donnya205 Рік тому

    Conflict at my work continue because Human Resource and my union are useless.

  • @truthhourhealthcareexposed7884
    @truthhourhealthcareexposed7884 4 роки тому

    I agree with everything said but the additional the “why” question. It is my opinion “why”questions invoke judgment. And judgment is usually never uplifts. S.R. Ridley, A Nurse You Can Trust! Î

    • @doannhan3552
      @doannhan3552 2 роки тому

      @Truth Hour: I am curious about your opinion “why”questions invoke judgment".
      What makes you say that?

    • @truthhourhealthcareexposed7884
      @truthhourhealthcareexposed7884 2 роки тому

      @@doannhan3552 The nature of “why” questions places people on the defense. When the defensive mode Activate it can camouflage the truth

  • @thehopeinme6125
    @thehopeinme6125 2 роки тому +4

    In Step 1 Dysfunctional employees should include narcissists

    • @bluecollarlit
      @bluecollarlit Рік тому

      Yes!
      Narcissists run around looking to cause trouble everywhere they go.
      They create chaos and thrive on it.
      Gray-rock.

    • @pinay_in_alabama2983
      @pinay_in_alabama2983 11 місяців тому

      Exactly 😂

  • @Enavor
    @Enavor 2 роки тому +8

    Quiet, non-assertive, introverted, conflict-averse, hardworking, meek, apolitical, private employees = dysfunctional.
    Extroverted, assertive, conflict prone, competitive, political, charming, go-getters, dominant, talkers = functional.
    It's all a matter of perception and the culture you live in.

  • @barrybleich3455
    @barrybleich3455 4 роки тому +3

    In my company they need communication training anger Management training and people skill training then my company would be great.

    • @ag6024
      @ag6024 3 роки тому +2

      If a person is not willing to change his/her attitude not any single training will solve the issue. My boss got plenty of trainings and he is still very rude to his employees. In my opinion you need to evaluate yourself, understand your mistakes and then things will work out

  • @JohnSmith-vq1kf
    @JohnSmith-vq1kf 4 роки тому +11

    I agree with previous posting...."abusive employees tolerated by my employers"....employers falsely see these abusers as "leaders"....hahhaha...haaaaa...haaaaaa

    • @glow1815
      @glow1815 Рік тому

      Definitely the truth.

  • @m8xxx
    @m8xxx 3 роки тому

    Interesting talk. There are exceptions to these steps though. If the organization is going through rounds of workforce reductions or if the individuals interviewed are conformist focused on their own survival you will never hear an accurate assessment. There's conflict of interest. There's too much interpersonal inter-dynamic enmeshment present to really see the whole picture. I have seen countless examples of bullies keeping their jobs due to management being in denial of their manipulation and goals to "succeed" no matter the cost to others. Executive coaches, HR, management or the workers need to be well trained in psycho-dynamics, have good self-awareness as well as full awareness and understanding of others in order to make decisions that lead to constructive, fair, ethical resolution and growth for all.

  • @JesusLightsYourPath
    @JesusLightsYourPath 10 місяців тому

    I'm confused, it sounds like she is giving advice to employers on how to pair their employees together rather than telling the employees how to solve a problem with their coworker.

  • @b10n1cg3ck0
    @b10n1cg3ck0 8 місяців тому

    Who else is here for school work?

  • @JohnSmith-vq1kf
    @JohnSmith-vq1kf 4 роки тому +1

    lack of structure...is my opinion of why there is so much dysfunction....lack of "unified" way of doing something...companies are so overly diverse now that there is no unified way of doing things....every different culture feels "their way is best"....

  • @SvetlanaSunnyGirl2025
    @SvetlanaSunnyGirl2025 2 роки тому +2

    Everybody stays for money

  • @moorkhonkojawab7118
    @moorkhonkojawab7118 3 місяці тому

    My work place makes policy to work on but then who work exactly on policy or try to be as close as possible to those policies ,are the most bullied by those who don't work on that policy in combination with those who made policy . 😂😂😂😂😂So sincere , punctual,truthful and honest people get bullied by the liars ( supported by policy makers ) By chance policy makers and those ignoring it belong to the same nation and work against their own Nation's benefit by bullying foreigner who try to work sincerely in foreign land to help that society 😂

  • @bw2082
    @bw2082 4 роки тому +37

    The lip smacking and noises is amrs and giving me anxiety

  • @sweetangel4761
    @sweetangel4761 3 роки тому

    Is she here to sell her book or work?

  • @talithaleah6563
    @talithaleah6563 3 роки тому +4

    Dear sound person, I had to quit listening halfway through because I can’t abide hearing her mouth open and close.

    • @Antonio-bu3hn
      @Antonio-bu3hn 3 роки тому +1

      OMG! you also noticed that LOL! 😂

  • @rmlrobl
    @rmlrobl 2 роки тому

    lizard brain?? Was there an iguana in the room?

  • @c_long5312
    @c_long5312 3 роки тому +3

    a 15 minute video explaining why adults need to and should act like they are in fact adults. -_-

  • @conogirl08
    @conogirl08 4 роки тому

    Come to my organization,

  • @kamel5727
    @kamel5727 2 роки тому +1

    NOT THAT DEEP !

  • @christiana8962
    @christiana8962 Рік тому +1

    Very clear, coherent, but smth should be done about those mouth sounds, sorry. Very distracting

  • @ericgreen2325
    @ericgreen2325 4 роки тому +5

    Who here because they have to do this for class and who here on their on accord with the show of hands I wouldn’t be here on my own smh who goes out and pays to see this I guess I am she going by the text book experience not on her own experience they need real people real experience just saying

  • @tinselinkl
    @tinselinkl 3 роки тому

    Facing a bully

  • @apollo9422
    @apollo9422 2 роки тому

    Talks about annoying people getting thre stuff together but she cant go more two sentences without going tsk

  • @VeronicaKulchitskaya
    @VeronicaKulchitskaya 4 роки тому

    Meh.

  • @sweetangel4761
    @sweetangel4761 3 роки тому +2

    Group of people can lie!!! And that’s what your talk is not effective

  • @schwaghag7168
    @schwaghag7168 4 роки тому +6

    I can't with her mouth noises. Makes it hard for me to watch sadly.

  • @AnyPerson-my8pe
    @AnyPerson-my8pe 2 місяці тому

    That is the most erroneously incorrect statement I've ever ever heard bullies know exactly the pain the pain they inflict upon others!

  • @AllDayDavis
    @AllDayDavis 4 роки тому +7

    Another pointless video I'm forced to watch for my job

  • @billtainter
    @billtainter 4 роки тому +1

    I am sorry “ancient lizard brain..” lost any and all respect I had at that point, wow sorry that crazy talk lost me.

    • @haszak1
      @haszak1 4 роки тому +3

      That's what they call the limbic system. It's a real thing.