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What is assertiveness? It is getting your thoughts across in a straightforward manner without harming others. Assertiveness is an essential workplace skill. These articles and resources will help you become more assertive, without being aggressive.
How to Be Assertive
About Mental Health Guide Leonard Holmes tells you how to be assertive.
Assertiveness: Analysis and Development
This article, from the University of Victoria Counseling Services, defines assertive behavior. It explains the differences between non-assertive, assertive, and aggressive behavior and tells you how each one affects both the actor and the receiver.

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