From the time my children were small I encouraged them to be “go getters.” I told them not to wait for things to happen, but to make them happen, and that one of the keys to success in life was to be ...

Expertise from Forbes Councils members, operated under license. Opinions expressed are those of the author. Self-confidence is the cornerstone of being assertive, and this is where you begin if you ...

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. During the course of your professional career how many leaders have you come across that could be best described as a bully? How many ...

Everyone recognizes there is a value to assertiveness. Achieving goals—any sort of goal—is more likely when someone reaches out to achieve them, rather than waiting around for “the right circumstances ...

When people describe me, assertive is the last word they use. This has cost me a lot, both professionally and personally, because of missed opportunities. But can we learn to be more assertive? And ...

Wouldn’t it be great if you could speak more boldly, especially at work, and stake your ground and express yourself honestly? Being assertive isn’t always simple, but it’s also not impossible. If you ...

Being assertive and not aggressive is good for you. Image courtesy: Freepik Assertiveness is a communication skill that can help you express yourself in an effective manner. It helps you stand up for ...

Not everything you want will be handed to you. Sometimes, you have to go out and get it. And if you want major success — you will have to be assertive. Being assertive means you know how to ...