Work is where we spend the majority of life, so it is extremely important that we get along with our co-workers. When we get into disagreements with co-workers it can turn an otherwise pleasant work environment into a disaster. When workplace conflict occurs it affects the whole office. Groups begin to be formed that attack and undermine each other because they are in the right and the others are wrong. The tension in the office can be stifling and makes it almost impossible for people to “just mind their own business.” Although there may be no physical barrier between people they never seem to be in the same room, and when they are most people wish they were not. This type of situation significantly decreases work production and negatively impacts the quality of our life. When it gets out of hand people get fired, or worse it turns into a lawsuit.
Work can be what it should be, a productive and friendly environment where competent people work together and make great products, and maybe even enjoy doing it. It may take some significant work to re-learn old habits or re-engage relationships that have taken a wrong turn, but the outcome is well worth the work. If you need help getting two employees to work together, or getting your team back on track contact us to see what we at Nightingale Resolutions can do.
Tim Nightingale and Noelle Nightingale are mediators, trainers, and facilitators in Fresno, CA at Nightingale Resolutions and offer a variety of resources to help you, your team, or business.