Mastering Assertiveness for Healthcare Leaders

As a healthcare leader with over 25 years of experience leading teams, organizations, and nurturing talent, I've witnessed firsthand the transformative power of assertiveness. Assertiveness, when wielded correctly, can be the cornerstone of effective leadership, fostering respect, clarity, and collaboration. However, the fine line between assertiveness and its less desirable cousins—passive-aggressiveness and outright aggression—requires careful navigation.