Learning how to stand up for yourself – whether you tend to be a bit shy or struggle with being a people pleaser or you’re on the opposite end of the spectrum – requires three simple yet sure-fire steps: self-assessment, boundary setting, and practice, practice, practice.Which end of the assertive spectrum aligns more with who you are at your core?
Are you more of a cream puff? Or a tough cookie?Think about it.When someone jumps the line in the queue, are you more likely to stay silent or to speak up?When your boss continuously increases your workload, and in lieu of compensation, the only thing increasing is her criticism of your performance, how do you react?
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