Explain the levels of conflict that may be present when individuals embrace the attributes of the diversity competency but those attributes are not shared by coworkers. Recommendations for reducing conflict

When some embrace diversity, they often feel left out alone. Others may see them as followers or worse, sympathetic to differences the other might not see. Diversity brings so much to an entity in terms of ideas, new approaches, and new experiences. This diversity attributes all leads to new knowledge, which helps people and helps the entity to grow and improve. Not all people can recognize this, they only see the preconceived ideas and experiences. The ability to not only continue to embrace diversity, but also function with as little conflict as possible is difficult. Conflict, especially where communication is limited or differences are apparent, is normal

To address conflict, a company must have a plan in place that allows for the resolution as quickly and early as possible. When the conflict is between coworkers, the productivity and quality of the product can go down. Time lost is a big concern, especially when time lost concerns absenteeism. Not having the workers available to complete projects and jobs is costly. Mistakes on the job waste resources and time, and cost money. Mistakes on the job also can affect the company and its products or services in terms of reputation and make it difficult for other departments. Public relations, customer service, finance, and management, purchasing and transportation are all affected when problems occur.

A program of conflict resolution should include opportunities for mediation between the conflicting parties, communication channels established, and new training created. Creating training programs that all employees must attend and participate in, can educate the workers on diversity and its