Assertiveness is a desirable quality for a business leader. But assertiveness takes skill. Confidently and respectfully expressing your opinions, needs and boundaries, while also being considerate of ...

Assertiveness is an important trait in leaders. It's the force that pushes new ideas, does moonshots and leads people to achievement they didn't know they were capable of. Assertiveness shows up when ...

Organizational leaders who come across as low or high in assertiveness tend to be seen as less effective, according to a study coming out in the February issue of the Journal of Personality and Social ...

Assertiveness training develops a powerful relational skill set that can significantly enhance confidence, communication, and happiness in interpersonal relationships. By learning to think and act ...

Most people likely think of assertiveness as “speaking up”—honestly expressing how they feel, standing up for themselves, and finding the courage to say no. This traditional form of social ...

Can you learn how to be assertive? You know, that person at work, the grocery store, or the gym who is self-assured and confident, but not aggressive? The person who is kind, sincere, and able to form ...

What sounds like great leadership to you? Do words like peacekeeping, amiable, easygoing, diplomatic or mediating strike you as strong leadership words? Chances are probably not. But here’s the secret ...

Are you assertive in the workplace and/or your personal life? Take the following test and find out your communication style. If no one is looking over your shoulder, be honest! Your supervisor ...

In recent years there have been a lot of articles about the importance of teaching children empathy. As a psychotherapist (and a mom) who specializes in relationships, I could not agree more. I am ...