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EP 29: Navigating Conflict with Clarity: Understanding Your Conflict Style
Conflict is inevitable in schools—but division doesn't have to be. In this episode, Dr. Jim Van Allan unpacks the five core conflict styles (avoiding, accommodating, competing, compromising, and collaborating) and how they show up in school settings. Through relatable stories and actionable insights, you'll learn how to recognize your default style, better understand your team, and use conflict as a catalyst for growth—not stress. This episode is packed with tools for turning tension into trust and building a healthier, more united school culture.
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The five conflict styles and…
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