Assert Yourself!: Harnessing the Power of Assertiveness in Your Career

Written by Rae A. Stonehouse

Narrated by Digital Voice Mike G

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.

"Assert Yourself! Harnessing the Power of Assertiveness in Your Career" by Rae A. Stonehouse is a guide to enhancing your career through assertive behavior. It focuses on respecting yourself and others, and teaches how to build strong, meaningful connections and make confident decisions. The book is rooted in Stonehouse's experiences as a mental health nurse and therapist, providing practical exercises and insights for developing assertiveness.

The book emphasizes direct, honest communication while maintaining mutual respect. It aims to establish a foundation for fair interaction and effective conflict resolution, reducing the risk of hurting others' feelings. Stonehouse encourages focusing on your own needs and rights while being compassionate.

Each chapter builds on the previous ones, with practical exercises to build self-confidence. The book explores effective communication, the balance between assertiveness, aggression, and passivity, and its importance in achieving business goals. It covers building relationships, decision-making, conflict resolution, leadership, and negotiation skills.

Stonehouse also guides readers in applying assertive skills in various scenarios, including teamwork and personal life challenges. "Assert Yourself!" is a resource for personal growth and building enriched relationships, helping readers embrace their true selves and cultivate self-confidence. 

This summary is a concise overview of the key elements and benefits of the book, ideal for anyone seeking personal and professional development through assertiveness.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Live For Excellence Productions
• Release date: Aug 22, 2023
• ISBN: 9781998813377

Rae A. Stonehouse

Rae A. Stonehouse is a Canadian born author & speaker. His professional career as a Registered Nurse working predominantly in psychiatry/mental health, has spanned four decades. Rae has embraced the principal of CANI (Constant and Never-ending Improvement) as promoted by thought leaders such as Tony Robbins and brings that philosophy to each of his publications and presentations. Rae has dedicated the latter segment of his journey through life to overcoming his personal inhibitions. As a 20+ year member of Toastmasters International he has systematically built his self-confidence and communicating ability. He is passionate about sharing his lessons with his readers and listeners. His publications thus far are of the self-help, self-improvement genre and systematically offer valuable sage advice on a specific topic. His writing style can be described as being conversational. As an author Rae strives to have a one-to-one conversation with each of his readers, very much like having your own personal self-development coach. Rae is known for having a wry sense of humour that features in his publications. To learn more about Rae A. Stonehouse, visit the Wonderful World of Rae Stonehouse at http://raestonehouse.com.