07202221 - Level III Training Book

• Process

• Substance

Sources of Conflict

• Miscommunicati on • Lack of Clearly Defined Roles • Imbalance of Power • Ignorance • Environment of Distrust

• Legitimate

Difference of Opinion

• Competing Interpretation of Rules or Law • Misunderstandin g • Conflicting Goals and Objectives

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Defect in Process

Conflict is often caused by a defect in process and aggravated by variables such as personal style, ineffective communications, and misunderstanding.

Being aware of the typical causes of conflict prepares one to deal with it constructively

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Homer Law, Chtd. 2006

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