In our contemporary world, we inhabit an intricately woven, culturally diverse society. When we unite individuals from various backgrounds in a professional setting, conflicts can emerge when expectations aren't met. Instead of merely expecting conflicts to dissipate, this paper aims to delve into the origins of conflicts and offer effective strategies for managing them within a team environment.

Compose a paper spanning four to five pages (excluding the title and reference pages) that evaluates the elements contributing to conflict.