Conflict Styles Assessment
For each statement listed in the table below, indicate how often you believe the statement describes you
(1=rarely; 5=very often). You may type in the numbers or select your choice from the dropdown menu in the
column labeled "Your Response" After you have filled out the table on this sheet, click the "Results" sheet on
the bottom to view your results.
1 Rarely
2 Occasionally
3 Sometimes
4 Often
5 Very Often
Q# Statement Your Response
1. I tenaciously argue my position.
2. I try to put the needs of others above mine.
3. I try to arrive at a compromise both parties can accept.
4. I try not to get involved in conflicts.
5. I strive to thoroughly, jointly investigate conflicts.
6. I try to find fault in the other person’s position.
7. I strive to foster harmony.
8. I negotiate to get a portion of what I propose.
9. I avoid open discussions of controversial subjects.
10. I openly share information with others in solving disagreements.
11. I enjoy winning an argument.
12. I go along with the suggestions of others.
13. I look for a middle ground to resolve disagreements.
14. I keep my true feelings to myself to avoid hard feelings.
15. I encourage the open sharing of concerns and issues.
16. I am reluctant to admit I am wrong.
17. I try to help others to take the lead in resolving controversy.
18. I stress the advantage of “give and take.”
19. I encourage others to take the lead in resolving controversy.
20. I state my position as only one point of view.
Conflict Styles Assessment
Results
Below, you should see a number between 4 and 20 listed next to each of five conflict management styles. The
style with the highest number is your primary conflict management strategy and the second highest number
represents your secondary conflict management strategy.
Conflict Management Strategy Your Total
Competing 0
Accommodating 0
Compromising 0
Avoiding 0
Collaborating 0