Communication
Conflict
Organizational structure
Organizational culture
100

In the described situation, what behavior does the new team member exhibit that disrupts communication?

Behaving arrogantly and interrupting others.

100

Identify the stages of escalation and the phase of conflict

5-7, win - lose

100

How many traps does Stöwe et al list in his book “From colleague to manager: How to develop your leadership strategy” in total?

10

100

What’s one way to address meeting disruptions?

Communication rules / Constructive feedback / Meeting protocols

200

What is the leader’s most important duty in shaping team communication?

Guarding norms of communication to ensure respect and appreciation.

200

Name two of the signs what can indicate a conflict is moving from phase 1 ‘win-win’ to phase 2 ‘win-lose’?

Hardening, Polarisation, Restriction of perception, Decrease in communication

200

Tell three of the 7 mentioned traps

1.The “blind trust” trap

2.The “superman” trap

3.The “everything stays the same” trap 

4.The “solidarization” trap 

5.The “old friends” trap 

6.The “peaceful competition” trap

7.The “old hands” trap 

200

How can a leader build trust and empathy in a team?

Open dialogue / Team-building exercises / Active listening

300

What is the ultimate goal of organizing a conference to resolve team conflicts?

To ensure perspectives are grounded in valid justification and evidence.

300

Name two of the signs what can indicate a conflict is moving from phase 2 ‘win-lose’ to phase 3 ‘lose-lose’?

open aggression, destruction proposals, absolutism, together into the abyss

300

Explain the “peaceful competition” trap

Several people want to take on the role of manager

300

What leadership trait focuses on individual support?

Individualized Consideration