Simply put, assertive communication is honest and direct communication. It includes statements of thoughts, emotions, beliefs and opinions. Assertiveness which is respectful of others is generally ...

A boundary is anything that marks a limit. In relationships, boundaries define where you end and another individual begins, how each of you relates to the other, and how you are connected—independence ...

Being assertive is a skill we all need in our toolbox. It’s about standing up for yourself, expressing your thoughts, and ...

Women who don't seem sure of themselves when speaking are much less convincing than someone who speaks with confidence and conviction. It’s a common misconception that assertiveness means being ...

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

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When we're making changes, we have a desire to do things differently, to work to change our behavior and also change the outcomes. Moreover, we need to learn what to do in order to get what we want.

Across boardrooms, operating rooms and courtrooms, high-achieving women are redefining success. They’re saving lives and ...

Collaborative and competitive communication approaches to conflict resolution are two of the five styles identified by Kenneth Thomas and Ralph Kilmann. The other three -- compromising, avoiding and ...

An Assertive Communication in the Workplace seminar will be from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 27, atMRA – The Management Association,3800 Avenue of the Cities, Suite 100, Moline. The cost is $225 ...

This research project evaluated the development, maintenance, and generalization of assertive skills among 28 mentally retarded adults. Participants were randomly assigned to an experimental ...