I have been called aggressive many times when I was simply trying to do my job well. If you have ever run into that mislabeling, or misinterpretation, or feel like you’ve been told to watch your tone, ...

Drawing the line between aggressiveness and assertiveness is always a difficult proposition, whether you're managing a team or trying to advance in your career. When you must take a stand, you may ...

One of the most common reactions people have when I talk about my work in addressing passive-aggressive behavior is an impassioned, “Passive aggression is so frustrating! I can’t stand ...

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Communication expert Leah Mether says you might intend to be strong, assertive, and direct and be shocked to discover that others view you as closed-minded, aggressive, and blunt. We often conjure ...

Child and Family Therapist Latrese Kabuya is back in the My KC LIVE studio to share how we can be assertive without being aggressive and how the change can help your wellbeing.

An interesting incident happened to me in my final year in college. I went to the administrative department to check my name on what we call the "notice board" in Nigeria. My name was meant to be part ...

The shortest distance between two points is a straight line. We learn that fact in geometry, but it can apply to communication. A clear, straightforward statement or assertive phrase is sometimes ...

One morning, a customer approached the counter and said, “Good morning!” I’d love a cappuccino with oat milk, extra hot, please. I appreciate it – thank you!” The barista nodded and got to work. A few ...