How to be assertive without being rude

In this episode of Career talk with Laura, I talk about something I've been working on in the past year--being more assertive. A lot of people don't try to be assertive because they don't want to come off as rude. Sometimes it may be hard to draw the line between being assertive and being rude, here I help to clarify that, and provide some examples and tips on being assertive. ⏲Timestamps: 0:00 Intro, challenge to being assertive 0:55 Difference between assertive and rude 1:35 When others bother you 2:05 Responding to others' requests 2:44 When you need to ask for something 3:42 Summary and closing remarks 📚Books: Atomic Habits https://amzn.to/3stjRtF Six Pillars of Self Esteem https://amzn.to/3w2iELT The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck https://amzn.to/3d7wZ0W Lean In https://amzn.to/3daeRng Difficult Conversations https://amzn.to/3d4AXas Note: By using the my affiliate link above, as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you.