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Assertive Skills for Managers - Online

Category

Management Development

Audience

Managers who have to deal with a variety of delicate issues that may result in people problems. This course will help delegates achieve their goals whilst taking account of the feelings of others.

Duration

1 day

Delegate rate

Approximately £100 per day per delegate. Charges depend on how many delegates book.

On completion delegates should be able to:

  • understand the basis for assertion
  • explore the role of assertiveness in leading a team
  • identify assertive, aggressive & submissive behavior
  • develop assertive communication skills
  • learn how to give feedback constructively
  • increase personal confidence in your leadership

Introduction

  • What is assertiveness?
  • Assertion, non-assertion and aggression
  • Understanding my rights/freedoms

Confident Communication

  • Communication theory
  • The Parent, Adult, Child model
  • Establishing Adult-Adult communication
  • Assertiveness as effective communication

Assertive behaviour and leadership

  • The assertive leader
  • Clarifying the contract
  • Setting clear expectations
  • Developing a respect culture
  • Handling negative attitudes constructively

Developing an assertive style:

  • Saying no
  • Handling interruptions
  • Communicating your point of view
  • Building confidence

Constructive Criticism

  • Giving feedback
  • Staying objective
  • Receiving criticism

Summary and action plan

Dates

22 April 2026 at 10:00 and 22 April 2026 at 13:30

Delivered online. You must attend all the sessions.

Online sessions include usual breaks. Link(s) are auto-sent from [email protected] a few days in advance of delivery. Full instructions and course handouts will also be sent in advance.

Please note you will be expected to use your camera and display your name on all training. If unable to comply, please ensure the trainer understands why and notes your name and authority for recording attendance.

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