Assertiveness. That is the key to communicating. Being assertive means finding the right balance between passivity (not assertive enough) and aggression (angry or hostile behavior). It means having a strong sense of yourself and your core values and acknowledging that you deserve to get what you want.
Learning how to become assertive is just like learning any other skill. All you need are the right tools and some practice time, and you can become assertive. We'll cover all that you need to know within this book, and then some, so you will be well on your way to learning how to speak up for yourself in a respectful manner. When you do, you will immediately notice how others treat you differently.
Using practical exercises and techniques, we will explore how to stand up for what you believe in, ask for what you want, and say no to what you don't want in a way that's confident, calm, and respectful. This book will also show you how to increase your self-confidence and self-worth.
This book will teach you the following:
- The four communication styles
- What it means to be an assertive communicator
- The importance of setting boundaries and how to do so
- Verbal and non-verbal strategies for being more assertive
- How to communicate with confidence and clarity
- How to have an assertive body language
- How to speak up and share your ideas & opinions in a calm & respectful way
- How to say "No" and establish boundaries without looking selfish
... And much more.
Assertive communication is a critical skill for emerging leaders, new managers, and introverts. When you know how to communicate assertively, you can say "no" without feeling guilty, set boundaries to protect your time, priorities and goals, articulate requests clearly and confidently, and deal with awkward situations with ease. Imagine lifting the frustration, stress and anxiety you usually feel when you have to stand up for yourself. Imagine life without people walking over you because they respect the boundaries you have set. Imagine people looking at you as a strong, confident person.