Discord arising from the incompatibility of goals of different individuals and their attempts to thwart each other's pursual of objectives is known as:

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Organizational conflict refers to the disagreement or discord that arises due to incompatible goals or competing interests among different individuals or groups. This could occur due to differences in values, personalities, or priorities, and can lead to tension, stress, and negative outcomes such as decreased productivity, resentment, and even sabotage of each other's efforts. Workplace bullying and harassment are forms of negative behavior that are targeted at individuals and are different from conflicts that arise from incompatible goals. Social loafing refers to reduced individual effort when working in a group, whereas participative behavior reflects the degree of involvement and engagement of employees in decision-making processes.

Discord Arising from the Incompatibility of Goals of Different Individuals