Discussion Post: Why Can't We All Just Get Along?
Change initiatives, by their very nature, generate some form of conflict. Some conflicts may be a natural expression of resistance to new circumstances that take people out of their comfort zone. Other conflicts arise when employees feel alienated, threatened, or unsupported in what they are being asked to do. In some situations, the conflict may become so serious that it poses a larger threat, as stakeholders compete for positions or even plot to sabotage the entire change initiative.
a) What can HR leaders do to identify and address potential conflicts before they occur?
b) How can HR leaders support and encourage employees to push forward with change, even if it may lead to a loss or change of their own jobs?
c) In merger situations, what can be done to minimize tensions between old competitors, and get people aligned with the new vision and mission?
The response must include a reference list. Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.