The Cost of Staying Silent—and the Leadership Power of Assertiveness

Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company⁠ In this enlightening episode of "Negotiate Anything," host Kwame Christian welcomes Ivna Curi to discuss the art of assertive communication in negotiations. Overcoming numerous setbacks, the duo dives deep into the core of being assertive without losing warmth, an essential skill for both personal and professional life. Ivna shares invaluable insights from her extensive experience helping professionals, with a particular focus on women, to speak up confidently and effectively. The episode is packed with actionable strategies, practical examples, and proven techniques to master assertiveness in the workplace and beyond. What will be covered: The four components of assertiveness: expressing oneself, showing respect, maintaining calmness, and being effective. Common myths about assertiveness, including perceptions of aggression and conflict. Replacing negative communication habits, such as complaining and assuming, with actionable, solution-focused approaches. Connect with Ivna ⁠Follow Ivna Curi on LinkedIn⁠  ⁠Assertive Way Institute LinkedIn page⁠  ⁠Assertive Way website⁠ ⁠Ivna's podcast: "Speak Your Mind Unapologetically."⁠  ⁠Ivna's Ted Talk⁠  Contact ANI ⁠Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company⁠ ⁠Follow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn⁠ ⁠The Ultimate Negotiation Guide⁠ ⁠Click here to buy your copy of How To Have Difficult Conversations About Race!⁠ ⁠Click here to buy your copy of Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life!