NEGOTIATING WORK-LIFE BALANCE IN HIGH-PRESSURE ENVIRONMENTS: A CASE ON WORKPLACE CONFLICT IN LOGISTICS CONSULTING

This article addresses the challenges of negotiating and resolving conflicts at work in a high-pressure logistics consulting environment in Brazil. An intern working on a challenging project for a major shoe company disagrees with his project manager about how to balance work and life and what the job should entail. As the stakes rise, the intern must find a solution by weighing various options and interests. This study provides a comprehensive analysis of the negotiation dynamics, highlighting the challenges of reconciling conflicting priorities and expectations in a rapidly evolving industry. This study enhances our understanding of how to handle conflict and negotiate within organizations effectively.