“Effective Communication Strategies for Managing Conflict in Organizational Change” Effective Communication Strategies for Managing Conflict in Organizational Change Introduction In any organization, conflict is inevitable, especially during times of change. As a manager, it is important to understand that one

One of the main reasons for conflict is lack of communication. Chapter 7 discusses 7 principles of communication. As a manager you will not only deal with conflict you may even cause it. This week we will discuss prevention of conflict through communication. Utilizing the principles outlined in chapter 7 discuss the following.
You have sent an email throughout your organization of 400 personnel of the intent to cut staffing due to budget restraints that you are unable to control. Obviously this announcement is met with resistance from the workforce. Given the size of your agency and the implications of the announcement how better can you handle such impactful changes to reduce conflict? Will that approach satisfy everyone? How then will you handle those personnel that are still unable to accept the changes. Remember 400 personnel…. Face to face may not be a viable real time option. Please submit your assignment in times new roman 12 font and APA format. You must have a minimum of 700 words in the assignment. See rubric for specific grading.