Here's how you can use assertiveness to propel your writing career forward.

What's the secret to being assertive? You have to make a choice, one that is difficult for many people. That choice is, you decide if you prefer to be liked or to be respected. Companies often have a hard line position on certain matters. Once a policy is in place, they won't place much value on how you feel about it. That's why you have to be willing to take a stand for yourself. When you're assertive it may upset people. But, you have to choose what's best for you. In the most extreme cases, you may have to walk away. Still, it's better for people to like you a bit less but give you more respect. You will get more of what you deserve that way. Think about it!

Don't downplay your skills or experience. Be confident in your abilities and accomplishments. When appropriate, highlight relevant past projects or awards to showcase your expertise. Speak with authority on your area of writing and don't shy away from sharing your knowledge.

Knowing your worth is the only way to have a successful writing career. There is only one writer in the world with your idea, your unique voice, and your perspective. They often say “you are the product of your environment.” Well that environment is what makes you, you. And if you have the talent and the means to tell your story and those of others through your lenses, you’re worth every bit of you deserve. So, go for it!

To use assertiveness to propel your writing career forward, you need to set boundaries. This is so that you can achieve work-life balance. You need to make sure that you can have your own personal time without having to do any work during that time. This is so that you wouldn't be stressed out and experience a burnout. You should also be firm to your principles. This is so that you wouldn't be forced to put aside your principles as a writer.

If you want use assertiveness, you need to negotiate effectively. This is so that you can get what you want. When negotiating about contracts, you should insist on the things that you want and need. This is to avoid you from being bullied by the clients or employers. You should also make sure that you clearly tell them before you start work about what they should expect from you. This is to avoid them from overexpecting from you.

You need to communicate clearly with your clients or employers. This is to avoid any misunderstanding. You must be clear when telling them about your capabilities. This is to avoid them from being disappointed with you. You must also tell them if you don't want them to interfere with your work. You should tell them if you need your private space as writer. This is so that they would respect your privacy.