Conflict, which is a positive by-product of diversity, must be expected and welcomed in today’s innovative, diverse workplace. Diversity of thought is increased in the more diverse workplace, and while most Australian companies look for ways to increase diversity, they may struggle if the inherent conflicts get out of hand.
This article explores ideas of proactively avoiding certain types of conflict, modelling respectful behavior, and more.
This article appears in the Australian Corporate Lawyer, Volume 30, Issue 1 - Autumn 2020