People with all sorts of difficulties—ranging from typical, everyday deflation, anxiety, and personality pathology—often struggle with being pro-active, exercising self-control, overcoming passivity, ...

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“Assertiveness is the\xa0quality of being self-assured and confident without being aggressive. it is a learnable skill and mode of communication”…Wikipedia Last week, we examined the need for ...

In 2024, where skillsets and roles are continually evolving, staying updated with industry trends and continually upskilling is essential. Assertiveness in the workplace has always been a valuable ...

Everyone is familiar with the concept of assertiveness: the sweet spot between aggressive and passive communication characterized by direct, respectful conversation. Yet few can accurately gauge just ...

“The biggest concern for any organisation should be when their most passionate people become quiet. Never push loyal employees to the point where they no longer care”! I am a loyal fan/follower of ...