In this episode of the Leading Owls podcast, we welcome Leadership Coach Elizabeth De La Pena Veeser, who shares her insights on understanding and navigating conflict in our personal and professional lives. Elizabeth discusses the nature of conflict, exploring what it really is and why it often gets a bad rap. She provides valuable strategies for approaching conflict constructively, emphasizing how we can transform challenging interactions into opportunities for growth and positive change.

Whether you’re dealing with everyday disagreements or seeking to enhance your conflict resolution skills, this episode is packed with practical tips and perspectives to help you engage in more positive and productive interactions. Tune in to learn how to embrace conflict as a pathway to deeper understanding and stronger relationships!

The Leading Owls Podcast is hosted and produced by the Doerr Institute for New Leaders.
Edited by: Blake C. Hollaway

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