Introduction to Being More Assertive

 

Introduction to Being More Assertive

Want to stand up for yourself without being a pushover or a bully? Being assertive is the key! It's all about finding that perfect balance between passive and aggressive.

Don't let your opinions go unheard or steamroll over others - learn to speak up confidently and get what you want. Being assertive is a game-changer in both your personal and professional life.

Ready to take charge and make your voice heard? Over the next few weeks, I will give you thought-provoking tips to work on to help you define how to be more assertive and create that new outlook for you to be more assertive. But first, let's define what assertiveness is: 

Understanding assertiveness.

Assertiveness can be practiced in various aspects of life, such as at work, in relationships, or in social settings. In the workplace, being assertive can help you communicate your ideas effectively, set boundaries, and handle conflicts professionally. In relationships, assertiveness can improve communication, strengthen boundaries, and build mutual respect. In social settings, assertiveness can help you express your opinions, make decisions, and assert your needs without being overly aggressive or passive. By practicing assertiveness in different situations, you can develop a healthy balance between advocating for yourself and considering the needs of others.

Elizabeth Kilbride is a Writer and Editor with forty years of experience in writing with 12 of those years in the online content sphere. Author of 5 books and a Graduate with an Associate of Arts from Pheonix University in Business Management, then a degree in Mass Communication and Cyber Analysis from Phoenix University, then on to Walden University for her master’s in criminology with emphasis on Cybercrime and Identity Theft and is currently studying for her Ph.D. degree in Criminology, her work portfolio includes coverage of politics, current affairs, elections, history, and true crime. In her spare time, Elizabeth is also a gourmet cook, life coach, and avid artist, proficient in watercolor, acrylic, pen and ink, Gouache, and pastels. As a political operative having worked on over 300 campaigns during her career, Elizabeth has turned many life events into books and movie scripts while using history to weave interesting storylines. She also runs 6 blogs that range from art to life coaching, to food, to writing, and opinion or history pieces each week.