Developing Your Assertiveness

Learn how to become more assertive in just 50 minutes with this practical and concise book. Assertiveness is a vital asset in the workplace, as it allows us to say no to unreasonable requests and ensure that our needs are met. Fortunately, a few simple adjustments are all it takes to boost your self-confidence and learn to state your needs clearly, reasonably and firmly.

In this book, you will learn about the value of assertiveness in management, professional relationships and conflict resolution. It also provides useful tips for expressing your views effectively and an introduction to related approaches, including Nonviolent Communication, giving you all the tools you need to stand up for yourself at work!

How can this book help you in your career?

Assertiveness enables you to stand up for your needs and earn the respect of those around you. This book will give you everything you need to:

• Understand what assertiveness is and how it differs from aggression or arrogance
• Learn how becoming more assertive can help you in your career
• Find out what is stopping you from standing up for yourself at work
• Feel more confident when stating your needs or putting forward your opinions
• Listen to other people’s opinions and find win-win solutions to disagreements

This straightforward and accessible 56-page book is structured as follows:

• Developing your assertiveness
• Developing your assertiveness: the basics
  • What is assertiveness?
  • How can assertiveness help you at work?
  • How can you find the courage to express yourself?
• Top tips
• FAQs
  • What is assertiveness?
  • In what situations can assertiveness help me?
  • How can I be assertive without coming across as aggressive or arrogant?
  • What is the difference between assertiveness and selfishness?
  • How can I change my behavior to become more assertive?
  • What impact can assertiveness have on my professional life?
• Over to you