When people describe me, assertive is the last word they use. This has cost me a lot, both professionally and personally, because of missed opportunities. But can we learn to be more assertive? And ...

We’d all like to confidently stand our ground and openly express our feelings to those around us, whether it’s to decline an invitation or stand up to a co-worker. But it doesn’t come easy. “Many ...

I was coaching a client recently who told me that in her performance evaluation, the manager she reported to told her she needed to be "more assertive" in her communication. Interestingly, just a few ...

Getting people to respect you is easy if you learn how to be more assertive by improving your communication skills the right way. A common misconception is that you need to act like an extrovert to ...

Assertiveness training develops a powerful relational skill set that can significantly enhance confidence, communication, and happiness in interpersonal relationships. By learning to think and act ...

Rakesh Godhwani is Founder & CEO, School of Meaningful Experiences. Tina, the manager, wanted her colleague, Rahul, to change the perspective of his presentation. She preferred a direct, hard-hitting ...

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Assertiveness is a desirable quality for a business leader. But assertiveness takes skill. Confidently and respectfully expressing your opinions, needs and boundaries, while also being considerate of ...

Assertive employees display behavior that incorporates interpersonal communication skills. Employers and recruiters look for indications of assertiveness during the interview process, says the London ...

People need to feel valued and understood, and that's especially true with customers. According to the U.S. Small Business Administration, people are more likely to have a positive impression of ...