How to Be Assertive Without Being Labeled "Aggressive" - The Secret Every Female Leader Needs
About this episode
Master "kind candour" - the perfect blend of assertiveness and warmth that transforms how you communicate as a woman leader. Get my free guide "Speak Like a VP: 10 Powerful Language Reframes" to immediately elevate your executive presence.
What You'll Learn From This Episode:
- Why most women fall into communication traps of being either too passive or too aggressive
- How to practice "kind candor" to deliver direct feedback while maintaining relationships
- Specific language reframes to sound more confident
- Practical techniques for handling interruptions and challenging situations in meetings
Need help mastering your communication? Get my free guide "Speak Like a VP: 10 Powerful Language Reframes" and get tips you can implement right away.
Curious what it's like to work together? Send me a message on LinkedIn or Instagram (Katy McFee) and tell me what you are working toward and we can take it from there.
Remember, there's room for all of us at the table.
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