How to Win an Argument – Dos, Don’ts and Sneaky Tactics

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Abstract. The decision to define conflict situations as circumstances in which parties possess mutually incompatible goals, frequently arising from a mis-match of social values and structures, is an arbitrary one, as are all definitional decisions.

1. Stay calm. Even if you get passionate about your point you must stay cool and in command of your emotions.
2. Use facts as evidence for your position.
3. Ask questions.
4. Use logic.
5. Appeal to higher values.
6. Listen carefully.
7. Be prepared to concede a good point.
8. Study your opponent.

4 Ways to Win an Argument with a Difficult Person in 5 Minutes

1. Validate someone who isn’t getting approval elsewhere, and he or she will calm down. #2 – The “You’re Right” Response.
2. Come back with something positive, and you may see the other person actually warm up to you. #3 – The “Great Idea” Comeback.
3. Focus the conversation on them. They’ll be flattered.

5 Tips for Resolving Workplace Arguments

1. Realize that conflict is normal and to be expected.
2. Control your emotions.
3. Understand the “why” behind the beliefs.
4. Be ready to feel kind of disappointed.
5. Move past it.
6. Tell Us What You Think.

3 conflict resolution strategies to restore peace at work

1. Put yourself in another’s place. “I’m sorry this is happening”, “It’s tough when two people cannot see eye to eye.” While you listen to your colleague, show that you understand how sad the situation is, without ever taking sides.
2. Put the other with the others.
3. Advise tête-à-tête.

You can be terminated for any or no reason. So yes, you can be terminated for disagreeing with your boss. The only way out is if there is a company policy that would prevent it.

It’s your responsibility to ask your boss if priorities have changed, as your objectives must stay aligned with your manager’s. “Priorities are rarely stagnant, so as in most cases, your better option is to ask if you should reshuffle them,” she recommends.

Usually the first thing that comes to mind is “freedom of speech”, which is an American citizen’s most basic right. A private employer has the right to discharge you from your position if they do not like or agree with what you say.

What to say to a rude coworker to show you’re listening:

1. “I hear what you’re saying, and I’d like to hear more about your point of view. Please, go on.”
2. “I wasn’t aware of this, so thanks for letting me know.”