Thursday, May 19, 2011

Speak Up! How to Be Assertive at Work



What means of being assertive? Assertive means self-confident, self-assured, firm and forward looking. You must have observed that people having assertiveness at workplace usually get success, appraisals and promotions. But it is not necessary to be assertive by nature or by birth. That’s why everyone cannot become a star worker but you are the one who can get benefits of assertiveness, how? You only need to be equipped with latest happenings around you and participate in discussions, talk to your subordinates and coworkers. Share your thoughts and think positive. Be sure what you talk, you should be able to do.
To be assertive at work you need to participate in broad meetings and for this you should be confident that you have good ideas. One common habit people follow is to press their voice even they can present good solutions and idea but they have a sense of sacredness. You have to cope up with this fear and speak up. This will be the first step towards assertiveness. The second thing is to become a vigorous listener. Firstly listen then speak and respond to a question. The third thing is to take an active part in each activity around you at work place, show confidence in every facet. If you are not assertive by nature then these things can help you to be assertive at workplace. Go and do it. Good luck! 

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