Be Direct and Polite in English with Assertive Communication | 5 Tips

Learn how to be direct and polite in English while mastering the art of assertive communication. In this video, we’ll explore strategies to express your thoughts clearly, maintain respect, and boost your confidence in both professional and personal conversations.

Whether you're asking for a raise, setting boundaries, or trying to communicate your boundaries more effectively, this video will guide you through using direct language without sounding rude.

Key highlights:

- How to balance being polite and assertive
- Passive vs. assertive communication
- Examples of assertive phrases for real-life situations
- Avoiding aggressive communication while still getting your point across
- Speaking confidently with "I" statements and empowering language

Level up your English communication skills and learn how to handle difficult conversations with clarity and respect.

00:00 Is assertive communication rude?
02:23 Passive vs. Assertive
04:35 Assertive vs. Aggressive
05:40 When to be assertive
06:22 Use 'I' language
07:19 Use empowering language
07:50 Be direct
08:38 Set clear boundaries
09:30 Practice with scripts

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