Assertiveness is not a personality or trait, it is a skill. And as a skill, it doesn’t change your personality, it enhances it. Assertive communication is a language that helps you communicate better, like French. As a language, it is a skill that you can learn.
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The top 6 myths about confrontation and conflict that you learned as a child were that they are bad, they’re caused by difficult people, it means there is a problem in your relationships, time will solve problems without the need for conflict, that it is overwhelming, and that kind people don’t confront.
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When you re-connect with your network, you growth your career faster because you get access to more opportunities, you deepen relevant networks, and you gain more confidence.
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Out of touch = out of sight = out of mind. By Assertive Way https://youtu.be/2J42JRjtBkI Key Takeaways Staying in touch with your network is often more important than expanding your network. When you stay in contact, it shows you care so they like you more, you are at the top of their mind for career
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Paulette Dale went viral after telling former President Trump about his great smile. But she wasn’t a supporter. In this interview, she explains why she complimented him and how women can be more assertive to gain confidence.
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Marie Kondo is very assertive even though she is mellow, friendly, and introverted. She has clear boundaries, speaks her mind, doesn’t worry about what other people think of her, is authentic, and is focused on what matters to her.
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Express your needs, desires, feelings, and ideas with “I statements” in a respectful way. Avoid weak and insecure language. Manage your negative emotions. And be curious about other people’s behaviors and feelings.
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Do you get stuck ruminating over how you should have reacted, what you could have said, or how limited you think you are?
Rumination is the enemy of confidence, action-taking, and assertiveness.
How do you stop ruminating and overthinking?
Here are the four ways I’ve used in my life to quickly crush rumination without resorting to distractions.
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I will never forget what it felt like when I visited the biggest slum in the world 10 yeas ago. It’s called Dharavi in Mumbai and it has nearly one million people living in it. It is also one of the most densely populated areas in the world.
Here’s what I learned about that memorable experience.
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Overcome self-about and overthinking with these hacks. By Assertive Way https://youtu.be/yCNlolFXQ68 Key Takeaways Much of your confidence comes from the way you think about things. Overthinking is a sign you need a fresh outside perspective. Confident vs. not confident: same facts, same people, simply different interpretations. Try one of these 8 strategies in the article
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I learned many lessons about body language, power, and confidence in my first encounter with a mountain lion! It was an unforgettable moment. It was unexpected, scary, and thrilling!
In that encounter with the mountain lion, I made 3 big mistakes and learn a big lesson.
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Do you forget your goals by February each year? Here’s a 3-part framework to help you set goals that will stick around all year.
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Here is the roundup of AssertiveWay.com best 15 articles in 2020 so that you start the new year feeling inspired and empowered.
They include topics ranging from speaking up, courage, confidence, joy, leadership, managing up, resourcefulness, anxiety, worry, stress, and more.
1. Nine Questions To Decide When To Practice Speaking Up (Forbes)
2. When You Need To Over-Communicate With Your Boss (Forbes)
3. When You Don’t Like Being Nice: Finding An Alternative (Tiny Buddha)
4. 5 Easy Ways to Crush Anxiety In Hard Conversations
5. Are You Introverted, Shy, Anxious, or Passive? How To Tell
6. 5 Easy Ways to Promote Your Work More Organically
7. 24 Practical Ways to Create More Joy at Work
8. 7 Ways to Be More Resourceful and Boost Resourcefulness
9. How To Stop Worrying About What People Think Of You
10. 20 helpful Principles To Boost Your Courage To Speak Up
11. 10 Powerful Confidence Lessons from Flamenco Dance
12. How to Make Your Boss Appreciate Your Hard Work
13. How To Show You Care For Your Team
14. How to Overcome Feeling Lost in Your New Job
15. 3 Simple Ways to Relieve Your Stress with Assertiveness
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2020 was not an ordinary year. It was a year of global turmoil, uncertainty, fear, isolation, difficulty, and loss for many.
Hard times are not fun, but they can lead to learning, growth, and strength through reflection.
Did you learn something about yourself, about someone else, about the world?
Here are my top 10 learnings in 2020.
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Do you take judgement from others too seriously?
Judgement always feels like a threat, but most of the time it isn’t. And in the few moments where there is a real threat, you have more influence over the outcome then you think.
Not all judgement is created equal. You can’t get rid of others judgment of you, but you can police it. It’s your job to regulate the access doors to your sanctuary.
Who’s judgement are you worried about? How relevant and accurate is that judgement? How can you respond to that judgement?
Here are 12 questions to help you identify when to not take judgment seriously.
1. Will their judgement matter 3 years from now?
2. Can their judgement cause you any real harm?
3. Does the judgement have any significant meaning for you?
4. Are they actually judging you?
5. Do you admire and respect them?
6. Are they well intentioned?
7. Are they knowledgeable enough?
8. Do they understand your perspective?
9. Do you agree with their expectation of you?
10. Do you want feedback on that topic now?
11. Is the way they are delivering judgment serving you?
12. What does someone that you actually admire and respect think of you?
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Design your personal credo. By Assertive Way https://youtu.be/g9zf69T8ysY Key Takeaways A credo is a set of principles that reflect founding values and beliefs. Design your own credo to be more courageous, confident, and assertive. Consider including identity, speaking up, ownership, mindset, and action principles. Sign up for our Weekly Newsletter “Nice With Limits” for tips
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6 questions to ask yourself. By Assertive Way https://youtu.be/NIZ9lE5f8us Key Takeaways Worry about what people think is like a lasting fog on your happiness path. Don’t worry about what people think of you, worry about what you think of you. Here is how you can increase your focus on yourself so you can stop worrying
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Is This Myth Preventing You From Getting Promoted? By Assertive Way https://youtu.be/SWput0Nw0iA Key Takeaways There is a myth that hard work speaks for itself. I hate to break it to you, but it doesn’t. You need to make your work visible. You have to raise the perceived value so it matches the real value of
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Enlist the right support. By Assertive Way Feeling lost in your new job? Feeling overwhelmed in a new position or project? Feeling like you’re not ready for that step? Don’t have a clue on what to do to get your job done? Don’t give up! If you give up, your confidence will decrease. If you
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It’s also surprising and overlooked. By Assertive Way https://youtu.be/MxZd-H9h5BI Taking on martial arts When I was a child, my father took me to Karate classes. I noticed there were many boys who liked fighting and were excited about using their new kicks and punches. Films and TV shows that displayed martial arts influenced their views
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