361 One Teamwork Question that Transforms Conflict into Collaboration, Problem Solving, and Leadership

361 One Teamwork Question that Transforms Conflict into Collaboration, Problem Solving, and Leadership

July 9, 2026 · 14 min · Season 23 · Episode 361

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David Dye discusses a teamwork question that can transform conflict into collaboration and improve problem-solving.

What teamwork question can turn conflict into collaboration? When conflict arises at work, most people instinctively ask, "Who's right?" In this episode of Leadership Without Losing Your Soul , David Dye explains why that question keeps teams stuck and introduces a simple but powerful teamwork question that helps leaders uncover what a conversation truly needs. By focusing on connection, clarity, curiosity, and commitment, you'll learn how to transform disagreements into productive problem-solving. In this episode, you'll learn how to: Use one teamwork question to quickly shift conflict toward collaboration. Recognize whether a conversation needs connection, clarity, curiosity, or commitment. Avoid common conflict traps that escalate disagreements. Ask questions that build trust, uncover shared goals, and encourage understanding. Create clear commitments that prevent the same conflicts from repeating. Whether you're leading a team, managing cross-functional projects, or resolving executive disagreements, this practical framework will help you communicate more effectively and build stronger, more collaborative relationships. Listen to this episode to discover the teamwork question…

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