What is a negotiation strategy?

• A negotiation strategy is a passive approach where one party gives in to all demands of the other party in a negotiation.

• A negotiation strategy is a random approach or method used to achieve a desired outcome in a negotiation.

• A negotiation strategy is a tactic used to manipulate the other party in a negotiation.

• A negotiation strategy is a planned approach or method used to achieve a desired outcome in a negotiation.

Name one common negotiation strategy.

• win-lose strategy

• lose-lose strategy

• win-win strategy

• compromise strategy

What is mediation?

• A process in which a neutral third party helps parties in conflict reach an agreement.

• A process in which the parties in conflict ignore each other and do not communicate.

• A process in which the parties in conflict engage in physical confrontation.

• A process in which a judge makes a decision for the parties in conflict.

What are some mediation techniques?

• active listening, reframing, summarizing, finding common ground

• mirroring, interrupting, escalating, blaming

• judging, criticizing, belittling, dominating

• ignoring, avoiding, dismissing, attacking

Why is effective communication important in conflict resolution?

• Effective communication can lead to more misunderstandings and conflicts.

• Effective communication allows parties to express their needs, concerns, and perspectives clearly and respectfully, facilitating understanding and reaching mutually acceptable solutions.

• Effective communication is not important in conflict resolution.

• Effective communication is only necessary in certain types of conflicts.

What are some effective communication skills?

• active listening, clear and concise speaking, nonverbal communication, empathy, and assertiveness

• rambling, using jargon, not giving feedback, not being assertive, and not adapting communication style

• interrupting others, speaking too fast, lack of eye contact, being passive, and not expressing emotions

• ignoring nonverbal cues, using complex language, not asking clarifying questions, being unempathetic, and being aggressive

How can you manage difficult conversations?

• Interrupt and talk over the other person

• Stay calm and composed, actively listen, express thoughts and feelings, find common ground, work towards a solution

• Get angry and yell at the other person

• Avoid the conversation, it will resolve itself

What are some techniques for building collaborative relationships?

• Ignoring others' opinions and ideas, being confrontational and argumentative, prioritizing personal goals over team goals

• Active listening, effective communication, establishing trust, setting clear goals and expectations, fostering a positive and inclusive environment, promoting teamwork and cooperation, and resolving conflicts constructively.

Why is building collaborative relationships important in conflict resolution?

• Building collaborative relationships is not important in conflict resolution.

• Building collaborative relationships can lead to more conflicts.

• Building collaborative relationships hinders effective communication in conflict resolution.

• Building collaborative relationships is important in conflict resolution because it promotes open communication, trust, and understanding between parties involved.

How can you handle conflicts in a collaborative manner?

• Ignore the conflict and hope it goes away

• Assert your dominance and force your perspective

• Avoid communication and isolate yourself

• Listen actively, understand perspectives, find common ground, communicate effectively, show empathy, and compromise.