In this episode of Development Reimagined, we dive into a workplace reality that every leader has faced but few know how to navigate well: workplace disputes. But we’re not talking about dramatic blowups or HR escalations. We’re talking about the everyday tension, misunderstandings, personality clashes, triggers, and unspoken frustrations that quietly damage relationships, trust, and productivity.

Chinwe Grace Jones and Anita Gouveia explore what it means to reimagine disputes as something that can strengthen teams, not break them. They ask bold questions like:

• What if conflict wasn’t the problem, but avoidance was?
• What’s really at the root of workplace disputes—process issues or personal disconnect?
• And how do leaders build the skill and courage to address tension early, before it festers into disengagement and resentment?

You’ll hear insights on fear as the hidden driver behind many disputes, why understanding human behavior changes everything, and how emotional triggers can turn small disagreements into major divides. The conversation also explores practical reimagined approaches like restorative practices, mediation, and even the idea of team member therapy to support deeper personal-rooted tension. Whether you’re an HR leader, people manager, L&D professional, or executive trying to strengthen team trust and performance, this episode offers a human-centered, practical perspective on conflict, resolution, and leading through tension with more clarity and confidence.

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