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Foresight Leadership Theory: A Grounded Theory Study Of The Conflict Management Experiences Of Healthcare Managers With Remote Employees, Desiree Nichole Van Campen

Department of Conflict Resolution Studies Theses and Dissertations

Healthcare managers of remote employees are faced with unique challenges as they relate toconflict prevention and management. The Covid-19 pandemic further complicated this issue when, because of social distancing mandates and employee health concerns, a large volume of healthcare managers and their employees were forced to transition to a remote working environment. Managers had to then develop personal strategies to successfully lead their now- remote workforce. This qualitative Grounded Theory study revealed that intentional communication, engagement, and planning are ways in which managers have been able to minimize the effects that conflict has on their employees. From the research, the …