When power struggles arise, I foster open dialogue to understand all perspectives and address underlying issues. Clearly defining roles and responsibilities ensures everyone understands their contributions and decision-making authority. If necessary, I seek mediation to facilitate conflict resolution and restore a collaborative team environment. This approach promotes mutual respect, open communication, and a shared focus on project success.

I initiate private conversations with each team member involved to understand their perspectives, motivations, and underlying concerns, creating a safe space for open dialogue without judgment or blame. I organize team-building activities and workshops focused on clarifying roles, responsibilities, and decision-making processes, ensuring everyone understands how their contributions fit into the larger project goals. I establish clear communication channels and collaborative decision-making frameworks, regularly reinforcing our shared objectives while acknowledging and leveraging each team member's unique strengths to foster a more cohesive working environment.

Despite a clear Organisation Chart displaying hierarchies and a clear reporting line, one can face power struggles within the project team. Here are some ways one can navigate the challenge: 1) Clearly Defined Roles and Responsibilities: Re-iterating everyone's role, responsibility and organisational/project reporting structure can help clarify misunderstanding in hierarchy. 2) Communication: Listening to the concerns of the project team can help discover the root cause, and manage the situation effectively by addressing the issue. 3) Ensuring mutual respect within the team 4) Involving a third party within the organisation (e.g a management personnel) can provide clarity in roles and responsibilities within the project team.

Navigating power struggles in a project team can be challenging, but ther strategies to effectively manage and resolve them. The step-by-step approach: Identify the Source 1. Recognize the power struggle 2. Understand the motivations Communicate and Collaborate 1. Open communication 2. Active listening 3. Foster collaboration Address the Issue 1. Address the root cause 2. Set clear expectations 3. Develop a resolution plan Leverage Leadership and Expertise 1. Seek support from stakeholders 2. Consult with experts Monitor Progress and Evaluate 1. Monitor the situation 2. Evaluate the resolution plan Additional Tips 1. Stay neutral and impartial 2. Focus on shared goals 3. Celebrate successes

1. Understand what is driving the conflict—be it roles, authority, or differing priorities—and address it directly. 2. Define and communicate each team member’s responsibilities to minimize overlaps and confusion. 3. Facilitate discussions where team members can express concerns and work towards resolving conflicts collaboratively. 4. Redirect the team’s focus to the project’s objectives, emphasizing collective success over individual agendas. 5. Act as a neutral party to mediate disputes and ensure decisions are made in the project’s best interest. 6. If conflicts persist, involve senior leaders or sponsors for resolution while maintaining neutrality.