A Theory X company is run from the top down by Theory X managers. You can tell these guys from a mile away, because they say things like:

“When I want your opinion, I’ll beat it out of you.”
“My way or the highway.”
“I put you in charge of this project because I want a single neck [...]

Conflict is unavoidable.  Regardless of where you are, conflict is everywhere no matter who you are.  It’s not rare to hear of disputes turning into long, drawn out lawsuits.  Something as simple as a difference in personalities between team members can hinder productivity.  Here are a few ways to help you turn a conflict into [...]