Your down-coat company is having an unusually large amount of business due to an extremely cold winter.Your boss expects you to keep up with your work,but won't allow overtime,due to cost-cutting throughout the company.You suggest that they hire another person,although you realize the large volume of business is temporary.When you discuss this with your boss,you both decide that your boss can help you temporarily,thus finding an inexpensive solution to your problem.This is an example of which communication pattern?

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This scenario is an example of bridging, where both parties work together to find a solution that satisfies everyone's needs. The boss helps out temporarily to avoid the cost of hiring another person, while the employee is able to keep up with the workload. It is a win-win solution.

Your Down-Coat Company Is Having an Unusually Large Amount of Business