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Location: Virtual Webinar
Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Fees: Members $20; Non-Member $45
Generative Conflict
Who can tell exactly where the grain of sand ends and the pearl begins?
Term: Generative conflict
Definition: creating conflicts that are functional in order to enhance creativity and constructive change
If there is anything that is inevitable, it is conflict. When confronted, we can choose to deny, resist, allow or resolve. There may be times when each is appropriate, but resolution often feels like the most challenging option. We will explore how to decide and if seeking resolution is the best option, how to proceed.
You will leave having identified which of three conflict styles feels most familiar, understanding a process for clearing conflict, and a plan for addressing challenges that arise.
Please come with a conflict – or at least a friction – situation in mind. Productive conflict can generate innovation, deepen relationships, and lower your blood pressure.
NOTE: The request for submitting challenging situations and/or questions can be woven in here if you’d like.
Here are some worksheets for the webinar:
Clearing Planner & Clearing Conversation - All 3 Steps
Speaker: Valerie Atkin, Founder of Wells Street Consulting
Valerie Atkin founded Wells Street Consulting in 1991 to assist in the development of balanced, effective individuals who are able to create successful organizations. Her consulting and coaching have supported the growth of individuals and teams to understand themselves and their inner architecture and improve communication, collaboration, and reduce conflict.
She has consulted with numerous contract furniture and design firms for over 20 years. Current clients range from Herman Miller and many of its dealers to an arts consortium to a forest products veneer manufacturer, among others.
Before founding Wells Street, she held a variety of positions ranging from Organizational Analyst at DuPont to Regional Vice President at MOHR Development. She has served as Marketing Chair on the International Enneagram Association Board of Directors; president of the University of Michigan Museum of Art Friends Board; vice president of the Saugatuck Douglas Historical Society; Member Experience Chair on Impact 100 Traverse City Board; and supports fundraising for the Enneagram Prison Project. She has a great sense of humor about almost everything except University of Michigan football.
Visit her website: https://wellsstreet.com/
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