Module 5: Discussion Question N496

Discussion Question:

Give an example of the difference between being assertive and being aggressive. What is the importance of this in communication? In leadership?

Give an example of passive aggressive communication.

What do you think of the statement, “assertiveness is unfeminine”?

What kind of advice would you give to be assertive? What role does being assertive play in handling criticism? In effective communication?

Your initial posting should be at least 400 words in length and utilize at least one scholarly source other than the textbook.