Steven Hennessy at HUM London 2021

Harnessing the Creative Power of Conflict in Your Business

At the Humans Under Management London 2021 event, speaker Steven Hennessy, a Chartered Financial Planner, shared insights on the transformative potential of conflict in business.

The talk addresses the common challenge faced by financial advisers: how to effectively manage and leverage conflict to foster innovation and collaboration within teams. Hennessy explores the misconception that all conflict is detrimental, highlighting its ability to generate creative solutions.

Key insights include:

- Encouraging healthy disagreement can lead to better decision-making and ideas.

- Understanding the difference between task conflict and relationship conflict is vital for constructive discussions.

- Creating a safe environment for open criticism can lower anxiety and promote honest dialogue among team members.

- Embracing vulnerability and authenticity in discussions fosters stronger relationships and collaboration.

Watching this video will equip financial advisers with practical strategies to harness conflict positively, enhancing their practice and improving client relationships. Gain valuable insights to transform your approach to conflict and drive innovation within your business.

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