Author: Leo

  • Theory Y Promises

    Theory Y Promises

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    Douglas McGregor’s Theory X and Theory Y highlight two management styles: authoritarian control versus participative collaboration. While many organizations champion Theory Y values, they often enforce Theory X practices, prioritizing control over collaboration. This disconnect, amplified by modern workplace technology, erodes trust, rights, and wages. Performative “organizational Kabuki” masks these realities, leaving workers to misplace…

  • Why I Don’t Hate My Enemies

    Why I Don’t Hate My Enemies

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    I don’t have enemies anymore. Hatred, to me, means dedicating time and energy to destroying someone—something I’ve chosen to leave behind. Instead, I’ve learned the value of relationships, good manners, and practical goals in resolving conflict. While I may disagree with others, I respect their right to think and feel differently. In a polarized world,…

  • Becoming a Regular Writer: My Journey

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    In this age where billionaires buy politics and systemic injustice thrives unchecked, the return of trump to the presidency serves as a reminder of the battles ahead. As a proud Chicano and union leader, I stand firmly in the camp of “the enemy from within,” challenging those who exploit racism and prejudice to amass power…

  • The Benefits of a Strategic Life

    The Benefits of a Strategic Life

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    Last week I wrote about strategic life planning. While I did not completely agree with the idea, I did concede there was some utility to the concept. So let’s take a look at some of the benefits of strategic life planning. Setting goals for yourself is one of the most important steps you can take…

  • The Strategic Life and Chaotic Measures

    The Strategic Life and Chaotic Measures

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    It has been my goal to write a blog post every week, but this one has tripped me up a bit. This has been a difficult post to write as I have had some difficulties processing all of this information. I hope this will make some sense. As a conflict specialist strategy is a topic…

  • Happy New Year!

    Happy New Year!

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    As we begin another travel around the sun I am, like many others at this time of year, caught up in an introspective mood. This past year has proven the utility of conflict studies for me. I have had many opportunities in 2023 to use my negotiation skills and knowledge of conflict for practical purposes.…

  • Technological Justice

    Technological Justice

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    I watched a documentary on Netflix called Coded Bias recently. It mainly followed the journey of Dr. Joy Buolamwini as she worked to expose some of the deficiencies of artificial intelligence (AI). As articulated by Dr. Buolamwini some of the problems of AI include its general inability to accurately identify women and people of color…

  • A New Perspective on Trust

    A New Perspective on Trust

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    I know a little bit about the concept of trust. I studied the topic in detail when I was doing my thesis work. As it turns out, any social capital you may possess is inherently tied to how much other people trust you. I have recently been witness to situations that have caused me to…

  • The Chicken Wars

    The Chicken Wars

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    My wife and I went to Costco to do some shopping a few days ago. We went mainly to buy groceries, but, it being Costco and all we did end up buying additional items that were not originally on our shopping list. One of those things we decided, on impulse, to buy was a rotisserie…

  • Navigating Affective Conflict in the Workplace: Strategies for Harmony and Productivity

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    Title: “Navigating Affective Conflict in the Workplace: Strategies for Harmony and Productivity” Description: Workplace conflicts are inevitable, but affective conflicts, driven by emotions and personal values, require unique approaches. Learn about the complex nature of affective conflict and its effects on productivity, employee engagement, workplace culture, and turnover rates. Discover valuable tips for managers to…