Assertive Not Aggressive: 6 Ways to Stand Your Ground Without Being Difficult

How can you assert yourself while maintaining harmony? When you assert yourself in the right way, you command respect and avoid the conflict. Discover the Fine Line Between Assertiveness and Aggression for everyday interactions. Tune in to this episode and discover: ✔️How to navigate assertiveness without aggression ✔️6 examples of being assertive vs. aggressive in the workplace   ✅ Request A Customized Workshop For Your Team And Company:  http://assertiveway.com/workshops   ✅ Follow Ivna Curi on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivna-curi-mba-67083b2/     ✅ Other Episodes You’ll Like 10 Negotiation Tactics to Make You More Assertive And Have More Influence From Rambling To Articulate: How To Communicate Your Ideas Concisely and Persuasively, Even On The Spot How To Disagree Respectfully Without Being Disagreeable How To Not Come Across As Aggressive When You're Outspoken The Art of Asking for Feedback: Tips and Techniques How To Receive Feedback Gracefully (And What Not To Do) How to Respond to Constructive Criticism: Learning to Love Negative Feedback How To Take Criticism Without Getting Defensive (an assertiveness technique with examples) Do You Make These Mistakes When You Praise People At Work? 5 Better Ways To Say Good Job   ✅ Free Resources Podcast episode lists by theme: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/speakyourmindunapologeticallytopics From Rambling To Articulate PDF Guide: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/articulate Women in Tech Leaders Podcast Interviews: https://assertiveway.com/womenintechpodcastguests/ Podcast Summaries & More Email Newsletter: https://assertiveway.com/newsletter Our Linkedin Blog Articles:  https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/6863880009879306240/   TEDx Talk How To Speak Up Safely When It’s Psychologically Unsafe: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/safespeak 10 Day free Assertive And Liked Challenge: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/beassertiveandliked Assertiveness free training: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/getahead Other Free resources: https://assertiveway.com/free/ Podcast page: https://assertiveway.com/podcast-speak-your-mind-unapologetically/   ✅ Work With Us Workshops: http://assertiveway.com/workshops   Break The Silence: https://assertiveway.com/communicationculturetransformation/ Services: https://assertiveway.com/offerings Contact me: info@assertiveway.com or ivnacuri@assertiveway.com Contact me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivna-curi-mba-67083b2 Website: https://assertiveway.com   ✅ Support The Podcast Rate the podcast on apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speak-your-mind-unapologetically-podcast/id1623647915 Ask me your question for the next episode: https://www.speakpipe.com/speakyourmindquestion

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Reclaim your voice and use it to confidently advance your career, impact, and leadership potential with The Speak Your Mind Unapologetically Podcast stories and tips. The podcast serves leaders seeking to amplify their voice and master assertive communication to better advocate for themselves and for others. Embrace your unique voice and learn how to express your thoughts confidently, authentically, and without fear of coming across as aggressive or of backlash. The Speak Your Mind Unapologetically Podcast equips you with the tools to influence, be heard, outsmart biases, and foster a harmonious work environment. Elevate your communication skills with actionable strategies to tackle workplace challenges assertively. Listen, share, and transform your professional journey with The Speak Your Mind Unapologetically Podcast. THE HOST Join Ivna Curi, the accomplished Managing Director of Assertive Way Institute, Forbes contributor, and MBA graduate from the prestigious INSEAD, as she shares invaluable insights, strategies, and real-life examples to help you overcome biases and navigate complex workplace dynamics. With a decade of experience leading teams at Fortune 500 companies and training over 20,000 students, Ivna is dedicated to empowering underrepresented voices to become influential and persuasive communicators. Drawing from her global experience and TEDx talk on "How To Speak Up Safely When It’s Psychologically Unsafe," Ivna's expertise spans four continents, making her a sought-after speaker at conferences, events, and podcasts. THE COMPANY Assertive Way Institute, the premier organization committed to nurturing assertive communication and promoting a strong speak-up culture in the workplace, offers interactive virtual and in-person talks and workshops to inspire and engage teams.