The secret sauce to a better life is assertive behavior. It is the gateway to confidence and effectiveness.??It provides a solid foundation for building relationships, personal development, and a sense of success and satisfaction.
There are six other key factors in building confidence.
- Knowing Self?- Central to confidence is respecting myself and being grounded in the belief that “I am good enough!” I know who I am, my values, my gifts, and my preferences. And I am comfortable with myself!
- Taking on Life in an Active Way?– I don’t wait to be told what to do or when to step out in a bold way. I live in the present and move forward without hesitation. I don’t let life pass me by!
- Feeling Worthwhile and Capable?- I value my strengths and see myself as a good and capable person.??I also know my limitations yet don’t allow them to redirect me or define who I am.
- Revealing My True Self to Others?– I am not hesitant to be authentic with other people. I operate in an open and honest way, not covering up the natural messiness of my life.?
- Reducing the Need to Adapt to Different People and Situations?– While I adjust the degree of disclosure to the relationship and situation, I work to be as open and spontaneous as is practical.??I realize that communication gets more real as I learn more about people and situations.??I adapt accordingly with the goal to show more of my natural self.
- Communicating Assertively with Others –?I appreciate the importance of being open, honest, and direct with people. I feel more confident when I express my thoughts and ask for what I need.??This shared respect allows us both to feel supported and confident.
- Living Life in a Congruent Way –?Life is so much easier when I am honest with myself and others and keep my goals and aspirations in mind. I have a general feeling of happiness and satisfaction because there is consistency between who I am and what I do.
Life is a wonderful journey when we embrace where we are and the capacity to grow from here! Building confidence creates a better life for me and the people around me!
At
Optimum Impact Coaching
we have created assessments, workshops and one-to-one coaching experiences that can help leaders increase their skills in these areas.??For more information contact us at optimumimpactcoaching.com?or connect with our coaches:?Bonnie Maitlen, Ed.D.??BCC, PCC.?|??Kevin Logeman, MBA, PCC??|??Roberta Fiore-Kittell, MCC???
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2 年In my past, the most successful managers followed these keys and frequently met expectations and goals.