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Being assertive is not about being passive and pleading by letting others have their own way; it’s about stating your needs in a clear, focused and concise way that retains your integrity and the integrity of those you teach or work alongside. To help you be more assertive you need to examine your everyday vocabulary. The words you use are paramount in giving you the confidence to interact with others so that your relationships remain intact and productive. Learning and using ‘sentence stems’ is important. For example: 'I need you to pop your chewing gum in the bin.' The words, ‘I need you to … ‘, give the listener the impression that it is a necessity that the action is carried out. The phrase isn’t delivered in a passive or hostile way, but simply stated with authority and expectation that it will happen. Another example might be: 'When you see me at break time we can discuss your assignment.' The words, ‘When you see me ….’ presuppose that the listener will be there for the discussion. Presupposing is a very useful way to establish your needs and create a relationship that is mutually supportive, yet challenging.
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