Seven Steps of the Collaborative Approach
The collaborative approach is the best way to create a lasting resolution to a conflict that may have long-term consequences if the two parties cannot work together in the long run. There are seven steps for using the collaborative approach successfully.
- Identify the stated source of conflict
- Identify the root causes of conflict
- Gain acceptance from the other side
- Frame the conflict more positively
- Generate ideas on how to resolve the conflict
- Appraise potential solutions to the conflict
- Work toward a solution with the other side