It’s a common misconception that to be confident you have to be overly aggressive and assertive. Nothing could be further from the truth. Yes, you have to be a little assertive to get your voice heard… After all, if you hide in the corner afraid to say anything you’re not going to look or feel very confident at all. But… and this is a big but… when you look at the people who are aggressive almost to the point of being cruel – the bullies, the jocks, the ruthless businessman – often you’ll … [Read more...]