Small conversations can prevent extreme conflicts

I had a meal with the CEO of a small business. 

the topic of hiring came up. The CEO had hired a university student as an internship. The contract was for 1 year. The student was hardworking and nice, but the business was not going as well as expected, so the CEO had difficulty continuing the paid position for the last 6 months. So the CEO tried to help the student find a job at another company, and explained the company's situation. 

However, the student became hostile, asking why the CEO was changing the deal. The CEO had already tried to help the student find another job, but the student got angry. The situation escalated into an emotional conflict.

The student sued the company, and the court ruled that the company must employ the student for the full contract period, or pay half the total salary as a lump sum if they do not employ the student. The CEO felt this was unfair and was angry at young people these days.

I wondered if things would have been different if the CEO had shared the company's situation earlier. And if they had asked about the student's interests and dreams before arranging the internship.

Relationships can change, for better or worse. 

The root cause seems to be a lack of communication. If both sides understood each other's situations, they could find a better solution. Older people don't always ask young people about their circumstances. Young people don't look older people who need to be understood. Especially in today's tough society, it's important to communicate openly, share thoughts, and try to understand each other's perspectives.

Small conversations can prevent extreme conflicts.