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Imagine this:You\u2019ve just finished a meeting with your boss.\xa0 It wasn\u2019t as much of a conversation or discussion as much as it was a sharing of information.\xa0 They\u2019ve made a decision, and whether you agree with it or not, that\u2019s what\u2019s gonna happen.\xa0 And if you don\u2019t agree to go along with it, you\u2019ll be let go.\n\xa0\nYou exit the room and walk back to your office in a state of confusion, shock, and disgust.\xa0 What the heck just happened?! Not only do you not agree with their decision, but you view it as unethical and potentially harmful to the wellbeing of the people involved.\n\xa0\nWhat should you do?\xa0 How do you figure out the best response to this situation?\n\xa0\nToday\u2019s episode walks you through the conflict resolution tool we use at our ApprentieshipTM workshops; a blueprint that will help you think strategically about your response to the situation.\xa0\xa0\n\xa0\nAfterall, when your job is on the line - just \u201cwinging it\u201d or taking your best guess might not be enough to get the outcome you want.\n\xa0\nIn today\u2019s episode, I cover:\n\xa0\nHow you can benefit from thinking strategically as it relates to interpersonal and communication related issues (8:30)\nA 9 step process to breaking down situations of conflict (11:30)\nHow to identify the root cause of the issue at hand (12:30)\nA necessary tool for rehearsing and refining your communication strategies to prepare for real life situations (28:30)\n\xa0\nAs promised, here is your BONUS DOWNLOAD - the Strategic Conflict Resolution Tool, previously exclusive to our Apprenticeship workshop.\xa0 This free resource will walk you through each of the steps outlined in the episode.\xa0 Let us know if you find it useful and how you\u2019re able to use it!\n\xa0\nReferenced Resources:\nWhat Drives You? Quiz\nThe Apprenticeship Live Communication Workshop\nE63: Power Dynamics in Leadership\nE126: Contextual Components of Communication\nE202: Influence Tactics: Why Facts & Logic Don't Change Our Minds\nE130: How Understanding Drives Helps Build Buy-In\nAsk Us Anything!\n\nI\u2019m excited to announce that our next round of the AoC Leadership Challenge is back, starting March 6, 2023.\xa0 The Challenge is an accessible, tactical and affordable tool to help you learn to better manage your relationships in the same way you strategically manage your fitness and finances.\xa0 Different from previous Challenges, this round is focused on your ability to formulate a compelling and persuasive message. You\u2019ll have access to the entire AoC team and an extremely welcoming community of people looking improve and help others do so as well. \xa0Join The Challenge TODAY!\n\xa0\nToday\u2019s episode is brought to you by:\nAthletic Greens: They get it - you\u2019re time poor and don\u2019t always get in the fruits and veggies you know you should. This is without a doubt the BEST tasting greens powder out there and they want to give you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. All you have to do is visit athleticgreens.com/coach.\nBetterHelp: At some level, we all struggle with unexpected challenges in life. BetterHelp is an accessible, convenient, private, and affordable therapy option to help you look at your problems a little differently, feel less stressed, and gain confidence. Visit BetterHelp.com/AOC for 10% off your first month.