Effective managers should:

A) try to increase the amount of conflict among employees.
B) successfully remove conflict from the organization, because it saps productivity.
C) remove manifest conflict as well as negative conflict outcomes even though the sources of conflict remain in place.
D) convince employees that conflict should be avoided.
E) encourage constructive conflict for better decision making and minimize relationship conflict.

Constructive Conflict

A type of conflict that is managed effectively and leads to productive outcomes, such as problem-solving and innovation.

Effective Managers

Managers who achieve organizational goals efficiently and effectively by planning, organizing, leading, and controlling resources.

Relationship Conflict

A type of conflict that arises from interpersonal incompatibilities, including differences in personalities, values, or preferences, often leading to tension or emotional disputes.