Navigating Conflict with Confidence

Have you ever wondered why navigating disagreement at work can feel uniquely challenging, or how to turn difficult conversations into productive outcomes? Research indicates that women often feel less comfortable openly disagreeing or perceive greater professional risk when speaking up, highlighting conflict management as a crucial skill for every leader. In this episode of the DaVita Power of Women (DaPOW) podcast, hosts Kathleen Waters, chief legal and public affairs officer, and Rebecca Griggs, group vice president, are joined by Mari-Liis Visnapuu, managing director in DaVita International, to unpack the dynamics of workplace conflict, the perception gap women leaders navigate and the mental load of unmanaged tension. Together, they share tactical advice and practical tools to help leaders triage high-stakes issues, master the power of silence, deliver direct feedback constructively and navigate competing priorities.