The Business Strategist With Adam Strong

Mastering Conflict and Emotional Leadership


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Is conflict in your business having a massive impact on your culture? 

In this episode, Adam and Akhtar Khan delve into the impact of conflict on company culture and the importance of emotional intelligence in leadership. 

Akhtar is a renowned and respected business performance psychologist, property and business investor, and CEO of a private investment fund.

Akhtar has completed over 215 property and business deals and is responsible for advising and mentoring countless businesses and private equity funds (including many prominent, well-known experts in the industry succeed in property, business and life. Akhtar is also a father and philanthropist at heart, and at this stage of his life, he is focusing on legacy and contributing to charitable causes.

They explore the drama triangle, a psychological model that illustrates the dynamics of conflict, and discuss how to navigate these situations with compassion and understanding. 

Akhtar emphasises the need for leaders to take responsibility for their team's dynamics and to create a safe environment for growth. The discussion also introduces the creative triangle as a solution to the drama triangle, encouraging proactive and constructive communication.


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Takeaways
  1. How conflict can significantly impact company culture.
  2. What is the the drama triangle?
  3. Compassion and understanding are essential in conflict resolution.
  4. How to create a safe environment that fosters growth and innovation.
  5. How to use The creative triangle offers a proactive approach to conflict.

  6. Chapters

    00:00 Understanding Conflict in Company Culture

    03:29 The Role of Emotional Intelligence in Leadership

    06:17 Causes of Conflict and Effective Communication

    09:31 The Drama Triangle Explained

    12:29 Navigating the Drama Triangle in Teams

    15:18 The Creative Triangle: A Solution to Drama

    17:53 Emotional Aikido: Responding to Conflict

    21:04 Creating a Safe Environment for Growth

    23:47 Taking Responsibility in Conflict Situations

    26:42 The Importance of Timing in Conflict Resolution

    29:45 Understanding Unmet Needs in Conflict

    32:34 The Antidote to the Drama Triangle


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