Organizational leaders who come across as low or high in assertiveness tend to be seen as less effective, according to a study coming out in the February issue of the Journal of Personality and Social ...

Assertiveness training develops a powerful relational skill set that can significantly enhance confidence, communication, and happiness in interpersonal relationships. By learning to think and act ...

Emily Rezkalla, a career coach from Vancouver, Canada has sparked conversation online about the balance between assertiveness and professionalism in the workplace. Rezkalla, who has been coaching for ...

In recent years there have been a lot of articles about the importance of teaching children empathy. As a psychotherapist (and a mom) who specializes in relationships, I could not agree more. I am ...

Assertiveness is a quality commonly associated with leadership. As professionals move through the ranks, they're assessed for their ability to confidently state opinions and ask for what they want.

Are you assertive in the workplace and/or your personal life? Take the following test and find out your communication style. If no one is looking over your shoulder, be honest! Are you assertive in ...