Suffice it to say, being assertive is important — but learning to adopt the communication style doesn’t have to be hard.

I was coaching a client recently who told me that in her performance evaluation, the manager she reported to told her she needed to be "more assertive" in her communication.

Assertive communication involves clear, honest statements about your beliefs, needs, and emotions. Think of it as a healthy midpoint between passive communication and aggressive communication.

Teaching kids assertiveness is just as important as teaching them to share or be kind. It helps them express their needs, set boundaries, and stand up for themselves with confidence. Assertiveness ...

By practicing deep breathing, taking breaks, using assertive communication, engaging in regular physical activity, and incorporating mindfulness practices, individuals can reduce the impact of ...

Discover key strategies for assertive communication to gauge client intent, set clear terms, and establish genuine, productive professional relationships.

Effective communication is not event-bound, it is about creating an atmosphere where further interactions, too, can be held in a conducive manner. So, assertion is not always about winning the round.

There are four main styles of communication, passive, aggressive, passive-aggressive, and assertive. Dr. Karin Ryan, a licensed psychologist with Nystrom & Associates explains the four steps to ...

When it comes to assertive communication—and communicating about boundaries —you have to get clear on what you want first, before you can share it with other people.

Practicing assertiveness is an important element of boundary setting. A powerful way of asserting yourself is by utilizing the principles of nonviolent communication.