Project Management Mediation: Conflict Resolution for PMs
52mGeneral2024-06-27
Authors

Madecraft
Full-Service Learning Content Company

JT Moomau
Course details
Since part of the role of a project manager entails working with multiple stakeholders with competing priorities and objectives, every project manager is bound to face conflict at some point in their careers. In this course, executive leader, educator, and consultant J.T. Moomau shares his knowledge on mediating conflict as a project manager, showing you how to navigate some of the most common conflicts you may encounter in your role. J.T. starts by explaining the project manager's role in conflict resolution. Explore different conflict types, conflict management strategies, and healthy conflict resolution that prioritizes empathy. Along the way, J.T. offers conflict management resources that you can leverage to continue improving your mediation skills as a project manager. After completing this course, you'll be ready to confidently mediate and resolve conflicts in your role, ultimately leading to more successful projects and a healthier workplace.
Skills covered
Project LeadershipProject Management SkillsCommunicationLeadership SkillsProject ManagementLimited SeriesProfessional DevelopmentLeadership and Management
Concepts
0. Introduction
- 01 - Resolve conflicts with confidence
1. Conflict Origins
- 02 - Mediating as a PM
- 03 - Identify common conflicts
2. Conflict Management
- 04 - Define conflict management terms
- 05 - Navigate negativity
- 06 - Address the deeper issue
- 07 - De-escalate emotional situations
- 08 - Prioritize empathy
- 09 - Recognize healthy arguments
3. Conflict Prevention
- 10 - Determine conflict origin
- 11 - Design effective processes
- 12 - Build a resilient culture
4. Conflict Management Resources
- 13 - Examine case studies
- 14 - Explore helpful resources
- 15 - Seek internal support
Conclusion
- 16 - Be a peacemaker