Compete and Compromise: Machiavellianism and Conflict Resolution
Abstract
The aim of our present study was to examine Machiavellians’ conflict management styles that have been neglected in previous research. One hundred eighty three participants completed the Thomas-Kilmann Instrument and the Mach-IV test. A positive correlation was found between the scores on the Mach scale and the scores on the Competing and Compromising subscales, while a negative correlation was found between Mach scores and Avoiding and Accommodating scores. These results coincide with findings on the Machiavellians’ assertive, opportunistic and flexible strategies. Using the adequate problem solving strategies, Machiavellians can successfully adapt to the requirements of a given situation, and change tactics when necessary.
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Journal article
Published
2014
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Business and Organization Ethics Network (BON)
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http://ejbo.jyu.fi/
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https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:jyu-201404101499Use this for linking
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Peer reviewed
ISSN
1239-2685
Language
English
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EJBO - Electronic Journal of Business Ethics and Organization Studies
Citation
- Mesko, N., Lang, A., Czibor, A., Szijjarto, L. & Bereczkei, T.(2014). Compete and Compromise: Machiavellianism and Conflict Resolution. EJBO - Electronic Journal of Business Ethics and Organization Studies, 19 (1), 14-18. Retrieved from http://ejbo.jyu.fi/pdf/ejbo_vol19_no1.pdf
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