[Friday Forum, Managing People]: Progress Through Conflict -- Turning Disagreement Into Momentum

​ Most teams treat conflict as something to minimize or smooth over. But some of the best decisions come from productive tension between different perspectives.

​In this session we’ll explore how experienced leaders navigate disagreement without damaging trust or slowing progress.

​This will be a fireside conversation between the hosts and the community about how conflict actually shows up in real organizations, and what people do when stakes are high and alignment isn’t easy.

​Topics we’ll explore:

​• When conflict is a sign of healthy teams

​• The difference between productive and destructive tension

​• How to challenge ideas without challenging people

​• Techniques for moving teams forward when alignment stalls

​This forum is designed for anyone who needs to influence outcomes without formal authority — product managers, tech leads, principals, designers, and managers.

​Expect a candid conversation, practical experiences from the group, and time for discussion.

​Have questions or other inquiries related to this series? Reach out to us at info@seattletechforum.org.