Everyone communicates differently—even in the workplace. According to Princeton University, there are four main communication styles: passive, passive-aggressive, aggressive and assertive. An ...

Daniele Fenn said she always had it in her heart to one day work in the medical field, but it was taking care of her grandmother, who was in hospice care at home, that made her choose nursing. “I ...

Whether you’re a staff nurse or a nurse manager, giving and receiving feedback is essential to your professional journey. Feedback is direct communication that emphasizes your strengths or identifies ...

In today's hybrid workplaces, many employees need help to speak up and make their voices heard. The fear of being fired or appearing uninformed intimidates them greatly. However, it's essential to ...

Rakesh Godhwani is Founder & CEO, School of Meaningful Experiences. Tina, the manager, wanted her colleague, Rahul, to change the perspective of his presentation. She preferred a direct, hard-hitting ...

When people describe me, assertive is the last word they use. This has cost me a lot, both professionally and personally, because of missed opportunities. But can we learn to be more assertive? And ...

Upskilling and reskilling are becoming significant trends in professional education, affecting everyone in the workforce. A few months ago, while attending training in assertive communication (a ...

Have you ever felt unheard in your marriage? Does your partner merely think about what they’ll say next instead of actively listening to your ideas and feelings? Do you feel accused when you have a ...

Hospital participation in health information communication systems has limited effectiveness in reducing skilled nursing facility admissions for older adults with heart failure, a new study examining ...