Avoidance, Accommodation, Competition, Compromise, and Collaboration
Avoidance: I ignore or refuse to acknowledge the existence of conflict. As a result, "I lose – you lose," because nothing can be done about it.
Accommodation: I do what you want in order to satisfy your needs or wants. As a result, "I lose – you win," because I had to give up what I wanted or needed.
Competition: Either you or I will win, but not both of us. This is a form of fighting. As a result, "I win – you lose," because only one can win.
Compromise: You and I both give up part of what we wanted or needed to settle the problem. As a result, "I win some- you win some," because we were both will to give a little.
Collaboration: You and I work together to find an agreeable solution to the problem. As a result, "I win – you win," because we were willing to work together.
Conclusion – Collaboration is the best method for solving all problems!
