Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Design by Evelyn Mousigian. Everyone is familiar with the concept of assertiveness: the sweet spot ...

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 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 ...

Everyone wants to be more confident, but not everyone knows how to be assertive. Assertive falls right between passive and aggressive. If you’re passive about voicing your opinion, you may come across ...

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 ...

Think back to the last time you were seated by the restrooms at a restaurant or when your partner forgot to take out the trash for the third consecutive day. Did you say anything? No judgment if you ...

Some of the most challenging conversations we have are with our own family members. All, too often, we can treat friends and acquaintances, even total strangers, with more respect than we treat our ...

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 ...

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

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 ...