Course Overview

Conflict Resolution & Influencing Skills

Master the ability to turn disagreement into alignment. This practical course equips commercial and business-unit leaders with the skills to handle peer and cross-functional conflict constructively, influence without formal authority, and reach shared decisions while preserving relationships. Ideal for leaders who currently rate themselves highly on conflict handling but receive more moderate feedback from colleagues.

Modules

9

Lessons

68

Course created by Samuel Abebe

Module 1

Mindset & Behavioral Self-Diagnosis for Commercial Leaders

This module addresses the common gap between self-perception and colleague feedback regarding conflict, focusing on the mental shifts required for senior commercial leaders.

Module 2

Analyzing Stakeholder Dynamics in Matrix Organizations

Master the art of diagnosing friction points between Sales, Finance, and Supply Chain to preempt conflict before it escalates.

Module 3

Advanced Framing & Strategic Communication for Alignment

Learn to frame arguments that resonate with non-commercial stakeholders, ensuring your initiatives gain cross-functional buy-in.

Module 4

Influencing Without Formal Authority in Commercial Roles

Equip yourself with the tools to lead peers and stakeholders over whom you have no direct hierarchical control.

Module 5

Negotiation Tactics for Resource Allocation & Pricing

Specific negotiation strategies for the most common commercial friction points, emphasizing interest-based outcomes.

Module 6

Navigating Silos & Organizational Tension

Strategies to overcome vertical and horizontal organizational friction while maintaining business unit momentum.

Module 7

Securing Decisions & Sustaining Shared Accountability

How to move from 'maybe' to 'agreed' and ensure stakeholders stick to their commitments.

Module 8

Sustainable Leadership & The Personal Influence Action Plan

Integrating these skills into your daily leadership routine and creating a sustainable growth path.

Module 9

Final Assessment

Comprehensive evaluation of all conflict resolution and influencing strategies covered in the course.