Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Design by Evelyn Mousigian. Everyone is familiar with the concept of assertiveness: the sweet spot ...

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Bold, assertive self-confidence can be conceptualized as an unshakable faith in one’s abilities, skills and competence. It’s a firm ...

What underpins the workplace gender gap? It may be just words. This is the finding of a new study in Management Science out of Washington State University, in which researchers successfully made a ...

Assertive people are known to be confident, honest, and direct, which can intimidate people who aren't used to that level of determination. They may also be intimidated by the brilliant phrases ...

We’d all like to confidently stand our ground and openly express our feelings to those around us, whether it’s to decline an invitation or stand up to a co-worker. But it doesn’t come easy. “Many ...

Assertiveness isn’t just for people who love the sound of their own voice. Learn to speak up on your own terms with these 3 tips. This is the first step. Remember you have something to say. You’re on ...

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I probably should not admit to this character flaw in a blog post where other people may read it, but this is the era of vulnerability, so here goes: I’m a pushover. If you ask me to do something, I ...

Source: Image by Clker-Free-Vector, Pixabay. Ultra-Assertiveness Can Be Necessary A subordinate at work tries to undermine you. A colleague claims your idea as her own. A stranger asks you overly ...

Expertise from Forbes Councils members, operated under license. Opinions expressed are those of the author. Self-confidence is the cornerstone of being assertive, and this is where you begin if you ...