Leadership: The Art of Being Assertive!

Mia dreaded her 1:1s with the boss.

She had questions, but hesitated to cross.

Would he be okay meeting more often?

Her assertiveness was yet to soften.

I challenged her to change her request,

To speak with clarity and confidence at best.

Instead of asking, “Would you be okay?”

She said, “We should meet monthly—starting today.”

That shift in tone was all it took,

Her boss agreed without a second look.

What’s one way you’ve asserted yourself recently? Share your win below!