"Stand tall. Speak up. Succeed boldly."

Turn Self-Doubt Into Strength and Speak Like You Mean It.

Unlock the tools to lead with confidence and communicate assertively. This powerful course gives you the mindset and techniques to silence self-doubt, master body language, and project presence in any setting. You'll discover practical frameworks like SMART goals, STAR presentations, and “I” messages that transform hesitation into action. Whether you're leading meetings, managing teams, or navigating tough conversations—this training empowers you to be bold, be clear, and be heard. Say goodbye to second-guessing, and hello to empowered communication that inspires change.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Define assertiveness and self-confidence, identifying the four primary communication styles.

  • Recognize and overcome negative thinking patterns that obstruct personal and professional goals.

  • Apply active listening and questioning techniques to enhance communication clarity and empathy.

  • Set and implement SMART goals to drive assertive behavior and professional growth.

  • Cultivate a strong sense of self-worth using positive self-talk and strength-based reflection.

  • Leverage appearance and body language to make impactful first impressions.

  • Use confident vocal techniques and “I” messages to communicate assertively and authentically.

  • Deliver persuasive presentations using the STAR model, even under pressure.

  • Build rapport and resolve conflicts through neuro-linguistic strategies and consensus-building tools.

  • Employ strategies to navigate and manage difficult interpersonal behaviors constructively.

Course curriculum

    1. How to Navigate Your Course

    1. Welcome!

    2. Overview

    3. Learning Goals

    4. Pre-course Assignment

    1. Overview

    2. Defining Assertiveness

    3. Understanding Self-Confidence

    4. Interactive Exercise || “If” by Rudyard Kipling

    5. The Four Communication Styles

    6. Interactive Exercise || Identifying Your Communication Style

    7. Scenario Exploration

    8. 2 || Review Questions

    1. Overview

    2. Forms of Negative Thought Patterns

    3. Exercise || Counterarguments to Negative Thinking

    4. Scenario Exploration

    5. Exercise || Sue's Responses

    6. Self-Reflection

    7. Exercise || Take Action!

    8. Scenario Exploration

    9. 3 || Review Questions

    1. Overview

    2. Listening vs. Hearing: The Difference

    3. The Art of Asking Questions

    4. Exercise || The Practice of Asking Questions

    5. Non-Verbal Communication

    6. Scenario Exploration

    7. 4 || Review Questions

    1. Overview

    2. The Value of Goal Setting

    3. Exercise || Getting Ready to Set Goals

    4. Creating SMART Goals

    5. Exercise || Practicing SMART Goal Setting

    6. A Challenge for You

    7. Exercise || Planning Your Challenge Goals

    8. Exercise || Documenting Your Challenge Goals

    9. Scenario Exploration

    10. 5 || Review Questions

About this course

  • $25.00
  • 91 lessons
  • Study Model

    Online (Self-paced) - Certificate of Completion Included

  • Duration

    4 - 5 hrs

  • Accreditation

    Pending

  • Intermediate - Advanced