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Jul 2024
13m 37s

How to Sound Assertive

Civility Media
About this episode

You want to sound more assertive. But you’re not sure what to say or how to say it.


In this episode, I’m revealing 3 simple ways to instantly sound more assertive.


These are easy phrases you can say to sound more confident and communicate your needs clearly.


Plus, I share several common mistakes people make when trying to be assertive and how to avoid them. So you stand up for yourself and keep your conversations respectful and productive.


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