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Understanding Assertiveness

  • Defining assertiveness—clarifying what it is and what it is not
  • Distinguishing between passive, aggressive, passive-aggressive, and assertive behaviors
  • Evaluating your personal communication style
  • Exploring the benefits of assertive communication in the workplace

Building Confidence and Self-Awareness

  • Identifying personal obstacles to assertiveness
  • Challenging limiting beliefs and boosting self-confidence
  • Understanding emotional triggers and managing responses effectively
  • Fostering a positive and confident mindset

Communicating with Confidence

  • The principles of effective verbal and non-verbal communication
  • Practicing active listening and asking impactful questions
  • Expressing opinions, needs, and expectations clearly and respectfully
  • Declining requests professionally without harming relationships

Understanding Others and Influencing Positively

  • Recognizing various communication and behavioral styles
  • Adapting your communication approach to different personalities
  • Building rapport and trust
  • Utilizing influencing techniques to achieve positive outcomes

Managing Difficult Conversations

  • Preparing for challenging discussions
  • Addressing conflict calmly and constructively
  • Responding confidently to criticism, complaints, and difficult behavior
  • Maintaining professionalism while managing emotions under pressure

Practical Assertiveness Skills

  • Delivering and receiving constructive feedback
  • Negotiating win-win solutions
  • Applying assertiveness techniques in meetings, presentations, and daily workplace scenarios
  • Engaging in practical exercises and role-plays based on real workplace situations

Continuing Professional Development

  • Reflecting on individual strengths and areas for growth
  • Creating a personal plan for assertiveness improvement
  • Setting SMART goals for ongoing development
  • Identifying opportunities to apply new skills in the workplace

Requirements

No prerequisites required.

 7 Hours

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