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190. Harnessing Conflict for Positive Change, a Quick Conversation with Tod Bolsinger and Markus Watson

November 14, 2023 • Markus Watson

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Markus Watson and Tod Bolsinger discuss a quote from Jeff Crosby. The quote, "The absence of conflict is not always possible nor always good," sparks a conversation about the importance of healthy conflict in leadership and personal growth. They share their experiences as an Enneagram 9 and an Enneagram 8, respectively, and offer insights on staying engaged, asking questions, and navigating conflict in a way that fosters understanding and moves organizations forward. They give an example of a church grappling with change and the tension between staying true to their existing community and reaching out to their changing neighborhood. Overall, the episode highlights the value of addressing conflict as an opportunity for growth and progress.

Tod Bolsinger and Markus Watson discuss this quote from Jeff Crosby in Episode 96: Crossing Leadership Thresholds:

"The absence of conflict is not always possible nor always good."

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