Here's how you can navigate conflict resolution during a healthcare industry career transition.

Creating a shared language to communicate before there is conflict is essential! Something like “If we ever have a period when we have conflict, whats the best way to approach you!

Start with goodwill and be focused on finding a mutually beneficial arrangement if one is possible. Work with others involved to determine what bucket the conflict falls into, is it a dispute of policy, procedures, professional practice, a personal dispute or another category. Frequently the stated issue is not the real issue and the is one underneath of it. That issue could be personal, based on a change in practices, or be an unresolved system issue, like staffing problems or lack of clear expectations, accountability or communication.

First always read the notes provided above. They are great even if AI created! Next. Understand the difference between Macro issues, and Micro issues. Micro: building a specific set of skills to deal with a particular issue. Macro: building global skills that will see you fly even in the sometimes toxic and stressful environment of the health care industry, where we are often understaffed and underfunded. Macro: Find a mentor who will support your long term growth as a professional within the healthcare industry. I was a clinical psychologist, so my mentor was another senior psychologist who had all the skills I needed to develop. Ideally you are having fortnightly sessions, even paid for, so that you can continue to grow skills.

The only way is to understand the requirements and thought process involved among the individuals having conflicts. Nothing helps more than to understand the environment in which the individuals are and what n why they are the way they are.

ake time to think about the conflict from the other perspective and what goals you have in common, such as efficient patient care. Considering the other person's perspective can also help you relate to them more, making it easier to reach a positive resolution.

Acknowledge that it is an issue in need of resolution - do not try to sweep it under the rug. Express confidence in finding a resolution, reminding those involved of the shared strengths thy have in diagnosing, finding the root cause and determining a course of action and tracking the results. Remember Steven Covey's "seek first to understand before being understood."

Common goals are clear the trick us to understand how to support cross departmental and inter departmental the practical items to complete to get to the larger goals. Pragmatic approach, listening, thinking beyond your scope of work and creating a cooperation on willingness while maintaining healthy boundaries not to exceed resources are vital.

While adaptability is crucial, be cautious of overcompensating. You might find yourself constantly shifting your stance, leaving colleagues confused about your true position. This can erode trust and credibility. Don't mistake adaptability for a lack of principles or boundaries. Maintaining a core set of values is essential, even as you navigate change. Be wary of cognitive dissonance too. Adapting to new systems or practices that conflict with your deeply held beliefs can lead to internal turmoil and burnout. Lastly, don't neglect self-care in your pursuit of adaptability. Constantly reshaping yourself to fit new molds can be exhausting. Ensure you're not sacrificing your mental health in the process.