How a Manager Can Be Assertive?
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Managers need multiple competencies for successful career. One such competency is 'assertiveness.' It must not be misunderstood as arrogance. Here are few practical & simple tips to be assertive & lead happy life.
How a Manager Can Be Assertive?
- 1. Being Aggressive is not the same as being Assertive AggressionMay help you get what you want, but it is usually at the expense of someone else. In long run, you win yourself more enemies than allies. Being overly aggressive at work may jeopardize your career advancement & professional relationship. Assertiveness is about articulating your thoughts in a respectable manner. In today¡¯s business environment, being assertive is more important than ever. Text messaging & e- mails provide lesser face-time interaction. This has made it harder for people to get their point across. AGGRESSIVE ASSERTIVE
- 2. Adapted from ¨C Five ways to be more effective at work by Hector Tan, The Straits Times, Feb 11, 2016, Singapore Be Positive Even When You Do Not Feel Like. Co-operation That Is Mutually Beneficial Agree On Needs & Wants Be Objective Listen & Pay Attention