Avoiding Conflict
Brad looks at why people avoid conflict, the impact this can have and how any postponement can, in reality, make the situation worse. Conflict should be understood as a part of any professional working relationship and the ways in which you engage and resolve the conflict are the measure of your skillset. Many people will hide from conflict but the truth is it won’t go away so finding a way to constructively deal with it is key. KEY TAKEAWAYS We would all prefer to not to have to deal with conflict and often avoid it. Conflict can only be postponed not avoided. It’s vital to understand that conflict is a part of a professional working relationship People spend time avoiding conflict because it makes them feel uncomfortable. Don’t try and avoid conflict because postponing it can often make the situation worse When you are involved in any conflict being truthful is key to finding a resolution. BEST MOMENTS ‘Don’t try and avoid conflict because postponing it can often make the situation worse’ ‘Everyone is trying to do what’s best for them at the moment’ ‘Conflict avoidance doesn’t exist’ VALUABLE RESOURCES The Dental Business Collective Facebook Group ABOUT THE HOST Brad believes that everyone at any level should be focused on achieving multiple sources of income to create diversity and balance in life. He feels passionate about helping dentists work towards freedom by building wealth in different areas and helping to develop a mindset to improve one’s ability to handle the stresses of clinical life. Still a practising dentist, Brad has implemented strategies to create a practice to allow him to carry out the dentistry he wants whilst continually expanding with loyal staff and patients. These strategies can be adapted to any dentist, whether you are an associate or the practice owner, to help bring back your passion for dentistry. In addition to running a successful private dental practice, he has grown several other dental businesses and as an investor is growing wealth outside of dentistry to help protect his legacy for his growing family. He is chair of the Horsforth Town Team, dedicated to the promotion and development of business in his local area in North Leeds, UK. Due to his track record and down to earth advice, he has become sought after as a mentor and spends part of his time dedicated to mentoring dental professionals about business, mindset and personal development. CONTACT METHOD Brad Thornton Instagram Brad Thornton LinkedIn Brad Thornton Facebook The Dental Business Collective Facebook Group