How can you be assertive on-the-spot? Being assertive when you need to and on-the-spot can be challenging, especially if you’re coming from a more passive style of communication. It can be really difficult to think of how to respond assertively to a negative comment, in the moment. I don’t know if this happens to you but sometimes when I’m in front of a stre ... Show More
Nov 2023
3 Harsh Leadership Truths Nobody Prepares You For [092]
When you get promoted into leadership, there are a lot of things that people don’t warn you about. For some, these things can be really unsettling and can cause you to regret getting promoted. Because I want you to be as prepared as you can be for this transition, I’m revealing t ... Show More
11m 50s
May 2025
296. 5 steps to becoming an assertive communicator
Being an assertive communicator is so much more than just being demanding or confident, it comes down to our emotional ease, how we hold ourselves, how we make others feel, how we frame even the smallest of questions. It's also not something that is taught to us and if it doesn't ... Show More
33m 8s
Jan 2023
227 | How impostor syndrome impacts your struggle with assertiveness + how to disagree with higher-ups
If you’re trying to become more assertive at work, it’s super important to remember this: Impostor syndrome and assertiveness are *intimately* connected to one another. When you experience a ton of impostor syndrome, having a strong, assertive voice in meetings can feel incredibl ... Show More
26m 26s
May 2025
203. No Script, No Problem: Final Secrets to Speaking Under Pressure (Bonus)
Stay sharp, sound confident, and speak with impact — even when you're put on the spot.Communicating clearly is challenging enough when there’s time to prepare. But in most situations — whether in meetings, casual conversations, or high-stakes moments — we rarely have the luxury o ... Show More
14m 20s
May 2010
133 GID How to Be Assertive
When a boss tells you to be more assertive, they need to tell you more. Knowing exactly where you need to boost your assertiveness will help you figure out the next steps to take. Making decisions, giving feedback, negotiating, and delegating are good places to start. Questions g ... Show More
6m 25s
Aug 2023
Ep. 79 - Cultivating Assertive Communication
In this week’s episode, Barb and Michelle discuss the art of assertive communication, and how we all can cultivate the skills needed to communicate in this way. Plus, they share their own personal experiences being afraid to be assertive for fears of not being liked, and more! Fo ... Show More
1h 6m