What do you do if your team's conflict resolution is hindered by low emotional intelligence?
When conflicts arise in a team, they can either be a source of innovation and growth or a pitfall leading to dysfunction, especially if the team's emotional intelligence (EI) is low. Emotional intelligence is the ability to understand, use, and manage your own emotions in positive ways to relieve stress, communicate effectively, empathize with others, overcome challenges, and defuse conflict. A low EI can make conflict resolution challenging, as team members may struggle to manage their emotions or understand the perspectives of their colleagues.