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 ...

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 ...

It’s not easy to be assertive: to stand up for your needs; to communicate to others what you really feel, especially when you know it might conflict with their point of view. But assertiveness is ...

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 ...

Being assertive is a core communication skill. Assertiveness can help you express yourself effectively and stand up for your point of view. It can also help you do this while respecting the rights and ...

Have you ever felt unheard in your marriage? Does your partner merely think about what they’ll say next instead of actively listening to your ideas and feelings? Do you feel accused when you have a ...

The purpose of communication is to share ideas and negotiate relationships. Yet many an idea and relationship have suffered as a result of our limited abilities to communicate effectively. At work in ...

You're a powerhouse, constantly seeking growth and charging forward. But even the most driven individuals can get stuck feeling held back at times. From my years of coaching high achievers and global ...

Upskilling and reskilling are becoming significant trends in professional education, affecting everyone in the workforce. A few months ago, while attending training in assertive communication (a ...

Assertiveness -- a communication style that involves frank self-expression while respecting others -- is considered a teachable skill and has been regarded as useful in improving the safety of medical ...