This question contains two parts; be sure to answer both.

First, list and describe five career readiness competencies that enable managers to work on disagreements and keep them from flaring into out$-$of$-$control personality conflicts.

Second, imagine you are an HR manager overseeing the benefits team. There is a surplus of $$500,000$ in the organization$$s benefits account. Your team must decide how to spend, reallocate, or invest that money. Numerous proposals have been made, and discussions are growing more contentious as the deadline for making a decision nears. How would you implement each career readiness competency to manage the team conflict? Be specific, and explain your answer.