Confidence and assertiveness

Confidence and assertiveness

"Confidence and Assertiveness" is a workshop designed to empower participants with the skills to express themselves confidently and interact assertively in both personal and professional settings. This course will explore techniques to build self-confidence and assertive communication styles, enhancing participants' ability to stand up for their ideas and needs without compromising the rights and beliefs of others.

Learning Objectives

• Understand the principles of confidence and assertiveness.

• Develop techniques to boost self-esteem and self-assurance.

• Learn effective assertive communication strategies.

• Practice assertiveness in various interpersonal scenarios.

Course Outline

Day 1: Building Confidence

• Understanding confidence: What it is and what it is not.

• Self-assessment of current confidence levels.

• Techniques to build self-confidence, including positive self-talk and visualization exercises.

Day 2: Principles of Assertiveness

• Distinguishing between passive, aggressive, and assertive behaviors.

• Role-playing exercises to experience and analyze different communication styles.

• Developing an assertive voice: tone, clarity, and brevity in communication.

Day 3: Applying Confidence and Assertiveness

• Strategies for maintaining confidence and assertiveness under pressure.

• Practical scenarios: Negotiating, declining requests, and expressing opinions effectively.

• Action planning: Setting personal goals to continue developing confidence and assertiveness.