Benedict Smythe
Benedict Smythe recommends PDL Courses for training in most professional skills including assertiveness skills and Supervisory Management skills
Articles by this Author
Self-Confidence is a Habit That Every Person Must Establish
- By Benedict Smythe
- Published Saturday the 6th, 2008
- Society
- Unrated
A lot of people are seriously considering to acquire self-confidence but only a few succeed There is a very big reason behind this as self-confidence is a trait that cannot be acquired by just reading or memorizing stuff
Being the Boss Means Leading With Assertiveness
- By Benedict Smythe
- Published Saturday the 6th, 2008
- Society
- Unrated
Assertiveness is the focal part of effective communication among organizations, communities and other groups of individuals Being a great leader means having the confidence to voice out personal and organizational needs in an effective way
Assertiveness Can Deter Bullying and Keep it at Bay Permanently
- By Benedict Smythe
- Published Saturday the 6th, 2008
- Society
- Unrated
Bullying is a serious issue whether it is practiced at home, in school, or the community in general These are the common settings for bullies but the word bullying itself is quite hard to define
Being Assertive Means Having Demeanor at All Cost
- By Benedict Smythe
- Published Saturday the 6th, 2008
- Society
- Unrated
To be assertive doesn’t mean being rude or mean It also does not mean being annoying or pushy, instead, it means being truthful while getting things done
These Are the Most Basic Forms of Assertiveness Techniques
- By Benedict Smythe
- Published Saturday the 6th, 2008
- Society
- Unrated
There are many known techniques when it comes to learning to be assertive Development of this behavior is often based on the so-called 3-line assertion message which are:
• Understanding and outlining the facts of any given situation (stating facts)
Leadership Without Assertiveness is Deemed Useless
- By Benedict Smythe
- Published Saturday the 6th, 2008
- Society
- Unrated
The perception of assertiveness or its absence may be the turning point to any leader’s life The lack of assertiveness or too little of it is often seen as a form of weakness—and to a leader this is highly catastrophic
How is Self-Confidence Obtained and Maintained?
- By Benedict Smythe
- Published Saturday the 6th, 2008
- Society
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Having a great deal of self-confidence has been proven to boost anyone’s life and career to the top Many people believe that confidence is a state of mind and this is actually true
Here Are Some Guidelines on Assertiveness That Would Effectively Set Boundaries and Respect From Other People
- By Benedict Smythe
- Published Saturday the 6th, 2008
- Society
- Unrated
Time is an asset that everyone has, regrettably, not everyone manages this important asset effectively Time, when used properly, will be able to yield money and other resources
What is an Assertive Behavior and What Gauges Can be Used to Classify People Who Have It?
- By Benedict Smythe
- Published Saturday the 6th, 2008
- Society
- Unrated
Being assertive and the lack of assertiveness are both linked to everyday communication People take communication for granted and just dismiss it as one of the many complexities of daily life
The Journey to Self-Confidence Entails Many Aspects
- By Benedict Smythe
- Published Saturday the 6th, 2008
- Society
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Becoming self-confident is a quest that only determined individuals must undertake This is because it takes much time, energy and determination to be able to develop this positive trait

