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CHAPTER 11Interpersonal Behavior
Venice Anne D. AvendañoMaria Manolette Bueno
Jireh G. JavillonarAdora B. Recaido
Maela Rose L. RoquePresentors
CHAPTER OBJECTIVESTO UNDERSTAND
The Nature and Types of Conflict Conflict Outcomes and Resolution Strategies Different Personality Types Assertive Behavior Interpersonal Orientations and Stroking Types of Power Organizational Politics and Influence
CONFLICT IN ORGANIZATIONS
Nature of Conflict
Conflict is any situation in which two or more parties feel themselves in opposition.
CONFLICT IN ORGANIZATIONS
Levels of ConflictIntrapersonal
Interpersonal
Intergroup
CONFLICT IN ORGANIZATIONS
Levels of Conflict
Intrapersonal Conflict – to emerge from within an individual, as a result of competing roles taken.
Interpersonal Conflict – a serious problem to many people because they deeply affect a person’s emotions.
CONFLICT IN ORGANIZATIONS
Levels of Conflict
Intergroup Conflict – it is sometimes escalated. On other occasions it may be desirable to de-escalate it.
CONFLICT IN ORGANIZATIONS
Sources of Conflict Organizational change Different sets of values Threats to status Contrasting perceptions Lack of trust Personality clashes
CONFLICT IN ORGANIZATIONS
Sources of ConflictFactors of Personality Differences
1. Agreeableness2. Conscientiousness3. Openness to experience4. Emotional stability5. Extroversion
CONFLICT IN ORGANIZATIONS
Effects of Conflict Conflict is often seen by participants
as destructive, but this is a limited view.
Conflict is not bad at all; rather, it may result in either productive or nonproductive outcomes.
CONFLICT IN ORGANIZATIONS
Effects of ConflictAdvantages: people are stimulated to search for
improved approaches that lead to better results.
energizes them to be more creative and to experiment with new ideas.
once -hidden problems are brought to the surface ,where they may be confronted and solved.
CONFLICT IN ORGANIZATIONS
Effects of ConflictDisadvantages: at the interpersonal level, cooperation and
teamwork may deteriorate. distrust may grow among people who need
to coordinate their efforts. at the individual level, some people may feel
defeated, while the self -image of others will decline and personal stress levels will rise.
CONFLICT IN ORGANIZATIONS
A Model of Conflict conflict outcomes participant intentions resolution strategies negotiating tactics
CONFLICT IN ORGANIZATIONS
A Model of ConflictConflict Outcomes
Win-Lose Win-Win
Lose-Lose Lose-Win
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CONFLICT IN ORGANIZATIONS
A Model of ConflictParticipant Intentions conflict outcomes are a product of
the participants intentions ,as well as their strategies.
CONFLICT IN ORGANIZATIONS
A Model of ConflictResolution Strategies Avoiding-physical or mental withdrawal
from the conflict. Smoothing-accommodating the other
party's interest. Forcing-using power tactics to achieve a
win.
CONFLICT IN ORGANIZATIONS
A Model of ConflictResolution Strategies Compromising-searching for middle
ground or being willing to give up something in exchange for gaining something else.
Confronting-facing the conflict directly and working it through to a mutually satisfactory resolution.
A Model of ConflictGuidelines for conflict resolution through
confrontation1. Agree on the common goal: to solve the
problem.2. Commit yourself to fluid, not fixed,
positions.3. Clarify the strengths and weaknesses of
both party’s position
A Model of ConflictGuidelines for conflict resolution through
confrontation4. Recognize the other person’s, and your
own, possible need for face-saving.5. Be candid and up-front; don’t hold back
key information.6. Avoid arguing or using “yes-but”
responses; maintain control over your emotions.
A Model of ConflictGuidelines for conflict resolution through
confrontation7. Strive to understand the other person’s
viewpoint, needs, and bottom line.8. Ask questions to elicit needed information;
probe for deeper meanings and support.9. Make sure that both parties have a vested
interest in making the outcome succeed.
A Model of ConflictGuidelines for conflict resolution through
confrontation10. Give the other party substantial credit
when conflict is over
ASSERTIVE BEHAVIOR
Assertiveness is the process of expressing feelings, asking for legitimate changes, and giving and receiving honest feedback.
ASSERTIVE BEHAVIOR
Indicate consequences
Offer problem-solving alternatives
Empathize
Express your feelings
Describe the behavior
ASSERTIVE BEHAVIORInterpersonal Orientations
I’m OK-You’re not OK
I’m OK-You’re OK
I’m not OK-You’re not OK
I’m not OK-You’re OK
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Positive
Negative
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Attitude toward others
ASSERTIVE BEHAVIORStroking
Stroking is define as any act of recognition for another, such as physical, verbal, and non-verbal contact between people.
ASSERTIVE BEHAVIORStrokingTypes of strokes Positive strokes- they feel good when they
received, and they contribute to the recipient’s sense of being OK.
Negative strokes- hurt physically or emotionally and make the recipients feel less OK.
ASSERTIVE BEHAVIORStrokingTypes of strokes Mixed stroke Conditional strokes are offered to
employees if they perform correctly or avoid problems. Ex: “I will give you a bonus of 10,000 pesos if you sell 2 more condo units in 2 months”
ASSERTIVE BEHAVIORStrokingTypes of strokes Unconditional stroke are presented without
any connection to behavior. Although they make a person feel good, but they may be confusing to employees because they do not indicate how more strokes may be earned. Ex: You’re a fine employee.
POWER AND POLITICS
Power is the ability to influence other people and events.
POWER AND POLITICSProbable relationships of interpersonal orientations
with conflict resolution strategies and behavior
Interpersonal Orientation
• I’m not OK - You’re not OK
• I’m not OK - You’re OK• I’m OK - You’re not OK• I’m OK-You’re OK
Conflict Resolution Strategy
• Avoidance• Smoothing• Forcing• Confronting
Probable Behavior
• Nonassertiveness• Nonassertiveness• Aggressiveness• Assertiveness
POWER AND POLITICSTypes of Power
Personal Power Legitimate Power Expert Power Reward Power Coercive Power
POWER AND POLITICSEmployee can respond in one of three
ways: Resist Comply Commitment
POWER AND POLITICSOrganizational Politics
Organizational Politics refers to intentional behaviors that are designed to enhance or protect a person's influence and self-interest.
POWER AND POLITICSInfluence and Political PowerPossible responses to the use of power
Resistance CommitmentCompliance
POWER AND POLITICSInfluence and Political PowerSeven steps to follow increasing
influence:1. Treat the other party as a potentially2. Specify your objectives3. Learn about the other party's needs,
interests, and goals 4. Inventory your own resources to identify
something of value you can offer
POWER AND POLITICSInfluence and Political Power5. Assess your current relationship with
the other person 6. Decide what to ask for and what to
offer 7. Make the actual exchange that
produces a gain for both parties
POWER AND POLITICSInfluence and Political PowerTwo of the most popular tactics are social
exchanges and alliances of various types:1. Social Exchange - implies that 'if you'll do
something for me, I'll do something for you". It relies on the powerful norm of reciprocity in society, where two people in continuing relationship feel a strong obligation to repay their "social debts" to each other.
POWER AND POLITICSInfluence and Political PowerTwo of the most popular tactics are social
exchanges and alliances of various types:2. Aliance - in which two or more persons
join in a longer-term power group to get benefits that they mutually desire.
POWER AND POLITICSInfluence and Political Power
Another popular path toward political power is to become identified with a higher authority or a powerful figure
in an organization.
POWER AND POLITICSInfluence and Political Power
Another popular way to acquire political power is to give service selectively to your supporters.
POWER AND POLITICSInfluence and Political Power
Another tactic is to acquire power and status symbol.