Conflict management using the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI)

Revision as of 18:27, 6 February 2023

alternative headings: Conflict PREVENTIONS/RESOLUTION using the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator(MBTI)

Abstract

Conflict management is an important part of project, process and portfolio management. From a study stating the importance of conflict management by Thomas K.W. and Schmidt W.H. at the University of California, Los Angeles (cite), a survey shows that managers spend around 20 percent of their time on conflicts. Another interesting factor to point out from the surveyis the interest in the sources of conflict. The managers shows more interest in psychological factors such as misunderstanding (communication failure), personality clashes and value differences. Dealing with these sources of conflict, the first step towards personal and professional growth is awknowledging your own and your coworkers personal preferences and diversities.

The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) is a tool to help indicate personal preferences.