Masterclass: Strategies for Handling Personality Differences at Work

Masterclass: Strategies for Handling Personality Differences at Work

Author: Simon Goode March 23, 2026 Duration: 38:02
In this episode of the Conflict Skills Podcast, Simon Goode explores the Big Five personality model and its practical application for understanding and managing workplace conflicts. He compares the Big Five to other popular personality frameworks like DISC and Myers-Briggs, highlighting why the Big Five offers more actionable insights. Simon Goode also shares strategies for identifying personality differences, using structure to mitigate conflict, and communicating in a mutual and neutral way...

Simon Goode has spent years in the quiet, often tense rooms where professional mediation happens. He brings that experience directly into each episode of Conflict Skills, moving beyond theory to the tangible techniques that actually defuse tensions. This isn't about abstract concepts; it's a practical guide for the everyday disagreements that arise in boardrooms, between business partners, or even within your own team. You'll hear Simon break down real scenarios, analyzing where conversations fracture and how to steer them toward resolution. The podcast serves as a kind of audio toolkit, offering actionable steps you can apply immediately, whether you're an entrepreneur facing a partnership dispute, a manager navigating team dynamics, or simply someone looking to handle personal conflicts with more grace. Expect a focus on clear communication, de-escalation tactics, and the structural approaches used by professional mediators. By listening, you gain access to the kind of insights usually reserved for closed-door sessions, all framed within Simon's straightforward, experience-driven perspective. Tune in to transform conflict from a source of stress into an opportunity for constructive dialogue and stronger outcomes.
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Duration: 54:50
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