Successful collaboration between employers and employees creates an environment in which a company can produce and earn efficiently, but workspace conflicts between employees and employers are commonplace . There is a wide range of reasons that can create conflict between the two parties, but the most common include generational gaps, failure to create an egalitarian environment within organized structures, to properly define employer responsibilities in terms of mandatory social benefits and employers. ' lack of flexibility in terms of adjusting the organization's goals and objectives to contemporary employee demands. Despite differences in goals and expectations, there is virtually no difference between employers and employees because both parties bear the same responsibility for the success of the company. Furthermore, the social dynamics of contemporary society and its labor market require the accumulation of social capital in the form of connections and bridges, such that employers and employees would benefit from resolving their differences which could potentially escalate into conflicts . The only way to ensure that business operations run smoothly is through negotiation. Although conflicting expectations will remain a part of every work organization, finding creative solutions is key to maintaining a positive work environment and avoiding an escalation of conflict due to differing expectations. According to Ospina (1996), organizations are stratified systems based on a social hierarchy that are founded on ideals of equality. The result of this obvious contradiction is reflected in the perceptions and reactions of employees in the workplace (Ospina, 1996). Apparently, it is impossible to bridge the gap between social reality and social ideals, so it...... middle of paper ...... them, but modern businesses must be built on social collaborations successful between employers and employees to obtain long-term benefits (Erickson, 2001). Employers must focus on both internal productivity and connecting to external environments to propose and define organizational goals (Erickson, 2001). Additionally, they must formulate realistic expectations of their employees, so that they can assign tasks accordingly (Erickson, 2001). On the other hand, positive employer attitudes and behaviors contribute to the long-term performance and success of the company (Avey, Wernsing, & Luthans, 2008). It is possible to see how both parties are responsible for the smooth running of business operations and that a constructive working environment can only be achieved through mutual collaboration and finding common ground on different expectations..