We all get frustrated when we feel taken advantage of, or alternatively, respond too aggressively when we feel provoked or trapped. Overcome these knee-jerk responses by learning how to be assertive. This course reveals what assertiveness really means, and how it is different from aggression, and outlines specific techniques you can use to respond to challenging situations and difficult people. <br> Confidence is crucial to personal and professional success. People who aren't confident tend to miss out on new challenges, relationships, and opportunities. The good news is self-confidence is self-perpetuating; once you develop it, confidence can buoy you from one situation to the next. In this course, we share simple and practical techniques to build and maintain self-confidence.
The aim of this course is to increase your levels of assertive behaviour, enabling you to be a better communicator and increasing your confidence.
Throughout the programme, you will have the opportunity to assess your own communication and assertiveness skills and develop an action plan for performance improvement. You will learn how to handle difficult situations more effectively using to a range of personal effectiveness theories and models.
This course is suitable for anybody who wants to improve their communication skills and apply assertiveness in a professional environment.