Organizational Communication Conflict Instrument – OCCI

I blend my ideas with others to create new alternatives for resolving conflict.

I shy away from topics that are sources of disputes.

I insist that my position be accepted during a conflict.

I suggest solutions that combine a variety of viewpoints.

I steer clear of disagreeable situations.

I avoid a person I suspect of wanting to discuss a disagreement.

I look for middle-of-the-road solutions.

I give in a little on my ideas when the other person also gives in.

I minimize the significance of conflict.

I integrate arguments into a solution from issues raised in a dispute.

I stress my point by hitting my fist on the table.

I will go fifty-fifty to reach a settlement.

I raise my voice when trying to get another person to accept my position.

I offer creative solutions in discussions of disagreement.

I keep quiet about views in order to avoid disagreements.

I frequently give in a little if the other person will meet me halfway.

I downplay the importance of a disagreement.

I reduce disagreements by saying they are insignificant.

I meet the opposition at the midpoint of our differences.

I assert my opinion forcefully.

I dominate arguments until the other person understands my position.

I suggest we work together to create solutions to disagreements.

I try to use everyone’s ideas to generate solutions to problems.

I offer tradeoffs to reach solutions to problems.

I argue for my stance.

I withdraw when someone confronts me about a controversial issue.

I sidestep disagreements when they arise.

I try to smooth over disagreements by making them appear unimportant.

I stand firm in my views during a conflict.

I take a tough stand, refusing to retreat.