Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Mark C. Perna is a generational expert who covers education & careers. Ever have a difference of opinion with someone at work?

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Anna Shields, organizational conflict and workplace mediation expert. Leaders need to ensure that processes are in place to aid ...

Kindergarten teacher Marshall Anderson hands Addy, a third grade student, a conflict resolution request form during a role playing exercise at Friends School of Minnesota in St. Paul on Sept. 16.

Relationships become stronger, more enduring, and closer through conflict resolution. Conflict cannot be resolved if anyone feels criticized, blamed, devalued, shamed, or humiliated. Plan on frequent ...