Assertiveness when You’re Nice: The Double Edged Sword

Synthia Satkuna
Nov 5 · 3 min read
Credit to: Gift Habeshaw (2019) via Unsplash / Plixr Free Image Search.

Having the right amount of assertiveness ensures that others respect you while you hold your ground. When you’re nice, it can be hard to remain assertive, as people may think you are a pushover. However, what people think about you and what you know about yourself may not necessarily correspond.

Warning Signs of a Pushover:

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Synthia Satkuna

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A fan of many musicians, tv shows & films. Graduate student. Interested in human resources, mental health care, technology, and many more!

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