Objectifs
- Move from being a passive communicator to a confident, assertive communicator.,
- Make clear requests to your team members, friends and family.,
- Speak confidently and become visible in group situations.,
- Overcome your fears and limiting beliefs about being assertive.
Programme
INTRODUCTION TO ASSERTIVE COMMUNICATION
- Introduction
- What Is Passive, Passive-Aggressive, Aggressive and Assertive Communication?
- Why You Need to Be Assertive
- How Assertive Are You?
- Coaching Worksheet #1: Identify When and with Whom You Should Be More Assertive
- Section 1 Quiz
CONQUER YOUR LIMITING BELIEFS THAT STOP YOU BEING ASSERTIVE
- Introduction to Section 2
- How Limiting Beliefs Can Be Damaging
- Limiting Belief #1: Fear of Saying the Wrong Thing
- Limiting Belief #2: Fear Others Will Discover How Little You Know
- Limiting Belief #3: Fear of Hurting or Offending Others
- Limiting Belief #4: Fear That Somebody Will Challenge You
- Coaching Worksheet #2: Understand Your Limiting Beliefs
- Section 2 Quiz
BECOME ASSERTIVE IN GROUP SITUATIONS
- Introduction to Section 3
- Understand the Dynamics of Group Conversations
- Be the First to Speak Up
- Jump Into a Chaotic Group Conversation
- Keep Your Talking Space
- Coaching Worksheet #3: How to Prepare for Group Conversations
- Section 3 Quiz
BECOME ASSERTIVE IN ONE-ON-ONE CONVERSATIONS
- Introduction to Section 4
- Understand the Dynamics of One-On-One Conversations
- Get Agreement to Share Your Perspective on a Touchy Topic
- How to Hide Your Anxiety
- How to Be an Engaging Conversation Partner
- Coaching Worksheet #4: How to Prepare for One-On-One Conversations
- Section 4 Quiz
NONVERBAL STRATEGIES FOR ASSERTIVE COMMUNICATION
- Introduction to Section 5
- Use Body Language That Is Congruent With Assertive Communication
- Establish An Assertive Presence in Seven Seconds
- Body Language Dos and Don’ts for Assertive Communication
- Coaching Worksheet #5: Correct Your Non-Assertive, Nonverbal Communication
- Section 5 Quiz
VERBAL STRATEGIES FOR ASSERTIVE COMMUNICATION
- Introduction to Section 6
- Why Expressing Your Feelings, Opinions and Wants is Important
- Express Your Feelings
- Express Your Opinions
- Express Your Wants
- Use “I” Instead of “You”
- Address People By Name
- Be Persistent and Repeat Your Key Message
- Suggest a Workable Compromise
- Make Clear Requests
- Say “No” to Establish Boundaries
- Disagree Assertively
- How to React When Somebody Disagrees With You
- Coaching Worksheet #6 - How to Move Your Assertive Communication Skills Forward
- Section 6 Quiz
THANK YOU
- Summary and Final Message
BONUS LECTURE
- Bonus Resources
Avis
Jelena Ćirić Rapoš All lessons were presented clearly and concisely. I enjoyed the course very much, and will keep working on my assertive communication skills with the good basis this course provided.
Akhilesh Vyawahare I am very transparent, however, taking this course has immensely helped me understand what being assertive actually means. This course has some very helpful techniques that will help you in the long run for building better relationships and confidence in yourself.
Eric Ryan Keith
- Great information. The worksheets could really help one learn about themselves and how to improve their communication habits.