Develop your assertiveness

Being assertive means that you can express yourself with confidence. It means that you don't have to resort to being too passive, aggressive or manipulative. By developing your assertiveness and becoming aware of your strengths and weaknesses, you will learn how to modify your behaviour. The result: greater effectiveness in personal and workplace interactions, so improving your social and career prospects. Fully updated and revised, this new edition of Develop Your Assertiveness offers basic techniques on how to become more assertive. Packed with examples and exercises, it is a self-help guide covering topics such as : the importance of appropriate behaviour;tension control;self-awareness and self-esteem;relationships;making and refusing requests;dealing with problem people and tricky situations. Simply reading Develop Your Assertiveness will not make you more assertive. It is necessary to practice face-to-face dialogue. The support of a friend, colleague or group is invaluable and the exercises and activities will help you to measure your progress and reach your goal.