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Thomas - Kilmann Conflict Mode Instrument or TKI

The Thomas-Kilmann Conflict Mode Instrument (TKI) is the world’s best-selling instrument for understanding how different conflict-handling modes or styles affect personal and group dynamics and for learning how to select the most appropriate style for a given situation. The TKI has been used successfully by businesses, educators, and organizational development professionals for over 25 years. 

Combining a conflict mode instrument in a workshop that includes personality type or temperament can significantly increase the value of this Instrument in understanding how and why conflicts exist, as well as how to take advantage of these conflicts to succeed as a group.