Interview Explains How Leaders Can Prevent and Manage Conflict

In a video interview by Human Resources Magazine, Peter Hiddema, Founder and CEO of Common Outlook Consulting Inc., discusses how to create a collaborative culture where communication is encouraged, so that issues are handled before they escalate into full-fledged conflict.

Toronto, ON (PRWEB) May 01, 2011

Recently, Peter Hiddema, Founder and CEO of Common Outlook Consulting Inc., was interviewed by Human Resources Magazine in Singapore where he is a visiting professor of decision sciences at INSEAD, which is ranked in the top four of the world’s best graduate business schools.

In the video interview, Mr. Hiddema discusses how to create a collaborative culture where communication is encouraged, so that issues are handled before they escalate into full-fledged conflict. He focuses on an informal approach with frequent “walk-arounds” so that leaders can keep their finger on the pulse of what’s going on. He also discusses ways HR practitioners can add value to executives, team leaders and team members.

“The key is to make people feel safe about raising issues with you. In addition to the 'walk-arounds' as a way to do this, it is important that you acknowledge people for having the courage to put issues on the table with you and with their peers, and to take action on the issues raised”, says Mr. Hiddema.

About Peter Hiddema
Internationally recognized as an expert in strategic negotiation, conflict resolution, change management, and leadership development, Peter has taught executives from Global 1000 companies the skills they need to successfully drive business performance. In the past 2 years alone, he has advised on transactions totaling more than US$2 billion. He has also taught corporate leaders and students at several universities including Queen’s University (in Canada and the UK), HEC at L’Université de Montréal, INSEAD business school (France and Singapore) and Harvard University.

Peter’s company, Common Outlook Consulting Inc., is a unique Canadian-based organization that helps international clients discover out-of-the-box win/win outcomes for their daily business challenges. After employing Common Outlook’s high-stakes negotiation strategies; corporate learning programs, or facilitated dialogue services, their clients report significant productivity increases.

Learn more by visiting: http://www.CommonOutlook.com

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