Overview
Communication styles vary from individual to individual, some people can seamlessly transcend between different styles dependent upon their circumstances, and others struggle to adopt certain styles, assertiveness being one that is difficult for many. Assertiveness is having the ability to effectively communicate your viewpoints regardless of what others might think or say and this shouldn’t be confused with aggression. An assertive person will always stand up for their viewpoint, and because of this are less like to be taken advantage off.