This podcast is made by Ran Chen, who holds an EA license, Insurance and Securities licenses (Series 6, 63, 65), and the CFP® designation. He is passionate about opening access to high-quality exam preparation resources and helping learners prepare more effectively for professional certification exams.

In this episode you will learn:

- Why Collaborate/Problem-Solve is the most consistently correct conflict resolution answer on the PMP exam, as it creates a win-win scenario.

- To recognize that Compromise/Reconcile is a lose-lose situation and typically a second-best answer choice.

- When the Force/Direct technique might be acceptable, specifically in emergencies or situations requiring immediate, decisive action.

- The exam trap of selecting Smooth/Accommodate or Withdraw/Avoid, as these methods fail to address the root cause of a conflict.

- A mnemonic to remember the five techniques: Creative Cats Seldom Fight Wildcats (Collaborate, Compromise, Smooth, Force, Withdraw).

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