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Last updated on Mar 28, 2025
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Your team has clashing work styles and preferences. How can you ensure everyone works harmoniously?

How do you navigate different work styles? Share your strategies for team harmony.

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Your team has clashing work styles and preferences. How can you ensure everyone works harmoniously?

How do you navigate different work styles? Share your strategies for team harmony.

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    Kiasha Chetty (LLM), Cum Laudé,

    Corporate Legal Counsel | Admitted Attorney 💼 Legal Advisory & Regulatory Compliance | Risk Mitigation | Commercial & Employment Law ✔️Certified Senior Professional-Institute of People Management (IPM) ✔️Member, SASLAW

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    Conflict is not dysfunction; it is an indication of untapped potential. Exceptional leadership does not eliminate differences but constructs a framework where they become a strategic advantage. A high-level team functions like a well-drafted contract, with clearly defined terms, negotiated flexibility, and established resolution mechanisms. Core values and accountability remain absolute, while execution adapts to strengths. The tension between structure and innovation is not a weakness but the foundation of excellence. Master this equilibrium, and you do not merely lead; you define the benchmark.

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    Aditya Sugiarto

    Management Student at Soegijapranata Catholic University|Soegijapranata University Echo Life SCU Student Activity Unit|Environmental Activist|Human Resource Management (HRM)|Human Resource (HR) Enthusiast

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    dealing with different work styles and preferences in a team is actually a valuable opportunity to strengthen the value of human resources in the organization. in my opinion, the key to getting everyone to work in harmony is to consistently build open communication and respect for these differences. an effective long-term approach is to implement an inclusive work culture that emphasizes empathy and collaboration, and provide conflict resolution training that focuses on understanding and solving problems constructively. in this way, organizations not only resolve momentary conflicts, but also strengthen relationships between members, increase productivity, and create a healthy and sustainable work environment.

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    Francesco La Gatta

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    To foster harmony among team members with diverse work styles, consider implementing a flexible framework that accommodates individual preferences while promoting collective goals. Encourage open communication and regular feedback sessions to understand each member's unique approach. Utilize collaborative tools that allow for asynchronous work, ensuring everyone can contribute effectively without compromising their personal workflow. By valuing diversity and fostering an inclusive environment, you can transform potential conflicts into opportunities for innovation and growth.

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    Dr.Aneish Kumar

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    I’d start by facilitating an open conversation where everyone feels safe to express their work styles, preferences, and frustrations—no blame, just understanding. 1. Then, I’d help the team identify shared goals and values that unite them. From there, we’d co-create team norms that respect individual differences but align with collective success. 2. I’d introduce tools like personality maps or workstyle profiles to foster empathy. Finally, I’d encourage regular check-ins to fine-tune collaboration. Harmony doesn’t mean sameness—it’s about creating space for everyone to contribute meaningfully, without friction.

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    Maria Kristine Villafuerte

    Accounting & Sales Support Specialist | Experienced in Invoicing, Reporting & Reconciliation| Data Entry | Digital & Social Media Marketing | Google Ads | QuickBooks | Online Tutor | Research Specialist

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    I encourage open communication, set clear goals, and adapt workflows to balance strengths, ensuring collaboration and mutual respect.

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