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Gratitude Affirmations: Why They Work and 25 Affirmations to Try

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Rather than reminding yourself that you were an interesting speaker or will be more assertive, say “I am.…” 5 gratitude affirmations to become more assertive at work Providing your opinion or making a request in a professional setting takes personal courage, and that’s a good time to affirm your value to others. “I Make them specific.

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24 Do’s and Don’ts to Improve Your Emotional Intelligence

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How you handle high levels of stress can mean the difference between being assertive and poised or being negative and disgruntled. Emotionally intelligent people are unwilling to be bogged down unnecessarily by others’ mistakes, so they let them go quickly and are assertive in protecting themselves from future harm.

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These Six Trends Are Revolutionizing Workplace Attire

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This includes clothing that can monitor health metrics, regulate body temperature, and display digital information. This trend reflects a desire to assert one’s identity, values, and interests, inspired by a workplace culture where inclusivity and authenticity are valued.

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These Are the 45 Most Important Minutes of Your Day

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Show me where I could have been more assertive today. Another powerful tool to keep yourself focused on the positive and your eye on the prize is through journaling If you do this exercise every day for a month, you’ll increase your self-confidence as well as improve your performance in all areas of your life. Creating Your Ideal Day.

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How Toxic Positivity Can Hurt Your Finances

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If you push those thoughts away and try to distract yourself, they’ll likely return louder and more assertive. If you can discover what you’re afraid of, you may find a solution that helps lessen the anxiety and increase your confidence in yourself. Instead, consider engaging with that voice and asking it questions.

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Unlearning Silence in the Workplace: How to Speak Up at Work

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“Speaking up can be more challenging for women due to historical gender norms that discourage assertiveness,” Bevins says. It is essential to promote inclusivity, mentorship and leadership training to empower women to voice their opinions confidently.” Women may fear being labeled as aggressive or confrontational.

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Skills required to be a good minute taker

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Assertiveness. Minute takers must have the confidence to be able to speak up in a meeting (where appropriate) and clarify points. Her clients have included New Zealand Defence Force, Ministry for Primary Industries, Dairy NZ, Zespri, polytechs, universities, district health boards and councils.

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