Today we're talking about how to sound more assertive.
That feeling of being honest and direct, but at the same time respecting the other person.
What does it sound like and how can you do it right away?
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Here's what I want you to do.
Number one, stop over apologizing.
This is where you say, I'm sorry, so sorry in every single sentence.
I know it's a tick.
I know it's a habit, but you gotta stop, and I'm gonna explain why.
Number two, stop undervaluing what you have to say.
That's when you downgrade your comment before you even get it out.
Again, this is hurting your confidence, and we're going to dive into it.
And number three, get comfortable with the word no.
Get comfortable disappointing people.
No is a complete sentence.
I want you to think back to a conversation where you wish you would have sounded a little bit more assertive.
Maybe it was at home with a partner or a spouse.
Maybe it was at work with a co worker or a boss.