The issue isn’t conflict itself — it’s that most teams lack a healthy system for navigating it.
The cost of poor conflict management and the power of getting it right.
When conflict isn’t handled well, it shows up everywhere: stalled decisions, recurring misunderstandings, duplicated work, declining trust, and the quiet disengagement that eventually turns into turnover. These aren’t personality problems — they’re operational costs. And they compound over time.
But when teams know how to navigate tension, everything changes. Communication gets clearer. Decisions move faster. Relationships strengthen instead of fray. People feel safer speaking up, aligning quickly, and taking ownership. Strong conflict skills don’t just prevent problems — they create healthier systems, better execution, and a more resilient organization.
Employee Turnover is Expensive
Replacing an employee costs up to 200% of the employee’s salary.
Engagement & Conflict Skills Matter
High engagement reduces turnover by up to 51%.
Unresolved conflict increases disengagement and the likelihood of employees leaving by 150%.
Source: Work Institute, Gallup
"The Deep Current framework gave us language, tools, and confidence we didn’t know we were missing. Our team is more aligned, more resilient, and far better equipped to handle the inevitable friction that comes with growth."
— Amanda K., Business Executive
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