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Exercise: Role-Playing Scenarios
Objective: Practice negotiating and finding a middle ground in simulated conflict scenarios.
Instructions:
- Scenario Selection: Choose one of the following scenarios or create your own:
- Scenario 1: A project deadline is approaching, and you prefer to work overtime, while your colleague prefers to stick to regular hours.
- Scenario 2: You and a teammate are preparing a joint presentation. One wants to focus on data, while the other prefers a narrative approach.
- Scenario 3: Your team has a limited budget, and there’s a disagreement on whether to invest in new software or team training.
- Role-Playing: Imagine a conversation with the other party. Determine your priorities and needs. Then, negotiate to find a solution that addresses both parties’ concerns.
- Reflection: After negotiating, think about what strategies helped you find a compromise. Consider the following:
- How did you balance your needs with the other party’s needs?
- What did you learn about the importance of flexibility?
Discussion Prompt:
- Share your experience in the forum. What challenges did you face? How did you overcome them?
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