Conflict Management Style Questionnaire
1. I avoid being “put on the spot”; I keep conflicts to myself.
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2. I use my influence to get my ideas accepted.
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3. I generally try to satisfy the others' needs.
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4. I usually try to split the difference to resolve an issue.
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5. I try to investigate an issue to find a solution acceptable to us.
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6. I use my authority to make a decision in my favor.
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7. I try to find a middle course to resolve an impasse.
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8. I usually accommodate to the other’s wishes.
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9. I usually avoid open discussion of my differences with the other.
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10. I try to integrate my ideas with the other's to come up with a joint decision.
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11. I use my expertise to make a decision that favors me.
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12. I try to stay away from disagreement with the other.
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13. I propose a middle ground for breaking deadlocks.
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14. I try to work with the other to find solutions that satisfy both our expectations.
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15. I give in to the other's wishes.
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16. I try to keep my disagreement to myself in order to avoid hard feelings.
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17. I often go with the other's suggestions.
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18. I generally pursue my side of the issue.
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19. I negotiate with the other to reach a compromise.
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20. I exchange accurate information with the other so we can solve a problem together.
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21. I use ‘give and take’ so that a compromise can be made.
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22. I try to avoid unpleasant exchanges with the other.
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23. I try to bring all our concerns out in the open so that issues can be resolved.
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24. I sometimes use my power to win the argument.
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25. I try to satisfy the other's expectations.
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