A new college graduate reported for work on the first day and looked forward to meeting with her boss. She asked if she could speak first and proceeded to inform the boss that she would not be working ...

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Learning how to be more assertive is kind of a Goldilocks-like endeavor. You don't want to be too pushy or a doormat. Here are tips to find the balance. Think back to the last time you were seated by ...

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 ...

Being assertive is a skill we all need in our toolbox. It’s about standing up for yourself, expressing your thoughts, and setting boundaries. But let’s face it, sometimes in our quest to be assertive, ...

You want to speak up, stand out, get your voice heard, make good points at meetings, and build a positive reputation as a worthwhile contributor—and maybe even someone with leadership potential. But ...

Drawing the line between aggressiveness and assertiveness is always a difficult proposition, whether you're managing a team or trying to advance in your career. When you must take a stand, you may ...

Dear Eric: All my life, I have taken pride in being the peacekeeper, the one who smooths over tension, avoids conflict and tries to make sure everyone feels heard. I have always believed that kindness ...

It’s only a matter of time before a life-long people pleaser wakes up and cries, “Enough is enough!” Instead of going with the flow to be as nice as possible, there’s often a tipping point when you ...

Sometimes it is necessary to be assertive at work, but you must be careful when dealing with colleagues who may interpret your assertive nature as pushiness, according to the Harvard Business Review.

Regrettably, I haven’t personally read any on the subject, so I’m not in a position to help … with the book request, that is. I presume you’re asking because this has been a challenge for you, and ...