{"id":12325,"date":"2024-01-05T18:28:24","date_gmt":"2024-01-05T17:28:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mpec.it\/softskills\/?p=12325"},"modified":"2024-12-11T11:51:41","modified_gmt":"2024-12-11T10:51:41","slug":"business-communication-in-english-building-business-assertiveness","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mpec.it\/softskills\/en\/tips\/business-communication-in-english-building-business-assertiveness\/","title":{"rendered":"Business Communication in English: Building Business Assertiveness Focusing on Idioms And Practical Exercises"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_86 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #0abab5;color:#0abab5\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #0abab5;color:#0abab5\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/mpec.it\/softskills\/en\/tips\/business-communication-in-english-building-business-assertiveness\/#Non_sai_da_dove_iniziare\" >Non sai da dove iniziare?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/mpec.it\/softskills\/en\/tips\/business-communication-in-english-building-business-assertiveness\/#Not_sure_where_to_start\" >Not sure where to start?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/mpec.it\/softskills\/en\/tips\/business-communication-in-english-building-business-assertiveness\/#Understanding_Assertiveness_in_Business_Communication\" >Understanding Assertiveness in Business Communication<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/mpec.it\/softskills\/en\/tips\/business-communication-in-english-building-business-assertiveness\/#Using_Idioms_to_Express_Assertiveness\" >Using Idioms to Express Assertiveness<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/mpec.it\/softskills\/en\/tips\/business-communication-in-english-building-business-assertiveness\/#Sample_Idioms_You_Could_Discuss_and_Use_Today\" >Sample Idioms You Could Discuss and Use Today:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/mpec.it\/softskills\/en\/tips\/business-communication-in-english-building-business-assertiveness\/#Practical_Scenarios_for_Assertive_Communication\" >Practical Scenarios for Assertive Communication<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/mpec.it\/softskills\/en\/tips\/business-communication-in-english-building-business-assertiveness\/#Remember_%E2%80%93_there_is_always_more_Here_is_your_Follow_Up_Video\" >Remember &#8211; there is always more! Here is your Follow Up Video:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Welcome to our Business Communication Club session on &#8220;Business Communication in English: Building Business Assertiveness &#8211; Focusing on Idioms and Practical Exercises.&#8221; In the business world, assertiveness is a key communication skill that balances professionalism with directness. This session will help you articulate your thoughts confidently and respectfully in English, using idiomatic expressions to enhance your communication. Through practical exercises, we&#8217;ll focus on developing an assertive tone that&#8217;s both effective and culturally sensitive in various business scenarios.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Non_sai_da_dove_iniziare\"><\/span>Non sai da dove iniziare?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:46% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/mpec.it\/softskills\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/bandiera-italiana-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10939 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mpec.it\/softskills\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/bandiera-italiana-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/mpec.it\/softskills\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/bandiera-italiana-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/mpec.it\/softskills\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/bandiera-italiana-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/mpec.it\/softskills\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/bandiera-italiana-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/mpec.it\/softskills\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/bandiera-italiana-600x600.png 600w, https:\/\/mpec.it\/softskills\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/bandiera-italiana.png 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/mpec.it\/softskills\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Conversation-Club-by-MPEC-Explained-ITALIANO-1.pdf\">Cosa \u00e8 il Conversation Club by MPEC<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/mpec.it\/softskills\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Ottimizza-il-club.pdf\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/mpec.it\/softskills\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Ottimizza-il-club.pdf\">Come sfruttare la sessione al meglio<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Not_sure_where_to_start\"><\/span>Not sure where to start?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:46% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/mpec.it\/softskills\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/uk-flag-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10941 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mpec.it\/softskills\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/uk-flag-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/mpec.it\/softskills\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/uk-flag-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/mpec.it\/softskills\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/uk-flag-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/mpec.it\/softskills\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/uk-flag-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/mpec.it\/softskills\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/uk-flag-600x600.png 600w, https:\/\/mpec.it\/softskills\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/uk-flag.png 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/mpec.it\/softskills\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Conversation-Club-by-MPEC-Explained-English-.pdf\">What is the MPEC Conversation Club<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/mpec.it\/softskills\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Club-Optimisation.pdf\">How to really benefit from each session<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100 is-style-outline is-style-outline--1\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/training.nottingham.ac.uk\/Public\/Be-Assertive-the-Right-Way-Workbook.pdf\" style=\"color:#0abab5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">MPEC Workshop Materials<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100 is-style-outline is-style-outline--2\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.algonquincollege.com\/pembroke\/files\/2021\/03\/Assertiveness-Skills.pdf\" style=\"color:#0abab5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">MPEC Workshop Materials Part 2<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<p class=\"responsive-video-wrap clr\"><iframe title=\"Assertiveness and the Four Communication Styles\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/F0A-cIZBKQ4?feature=oembed&#038;enablejsapi=1&#038;origin=https:\/\/mpec.it\/softskills\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">If you are looking to gain some more insight into Assertiveness and Communication, Here is a great video for you \u2764\ufe0f<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Understanding_Assertiveness_in_Business_Communication\"><\/span>Understanding Assertiveness in Business Communication<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>&#8220;What does being assertive in a business context mean to you, and how does it differ from being aggressive?&#8221;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&#8220;Can you give an example of a situation where assertiveness in communication led to a positive outcome in your workplace?&#8221;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Key Grammar\/Vocabulary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Assertive vs. Aggressive (e.g., &#8220;Assertive communication is firm yet respectful, unlike aggressive communication, which&#8230;&#8221;)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Positive language (e.g., &#8220;Using positive language, I express my views by saying&#8230;&#8221;)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Diplomatic language (e.g., &#8220;Diplomatic language, like &#8216;I understand your point, but&#8230;&#8217;, is effective for&#8230;&#8221;)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-rounded\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/mpec.it\/softskills\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Conversation-Club-part-1-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10815\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mpec.it\/softskills\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Conversation-Club-part-1-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mpec.it\/softskills\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Conversation-Club-part-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mpec.it\/softskills\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Conversation-Club-part-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/mpec.it\/softskills\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Conversation-Club-part-1-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mpec.it\/softskills\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Conversation-Club-part-1-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/mpec.it\/softskills\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Conversation-Club-part-1-2048x2048.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/mpec.it\/softskills\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Conversation-Club-part-1-600x600.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-rounded\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/mpec.it\/softskills\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Conversation-Club-part-2-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10817\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mpec.it\/softskills\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Conversation-Club-part-2-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mpec.it\/softskills\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Conversation-Club-part-2-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mpec.it\/softskills\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Conversation-Club-part-2-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/mpec.it\/softskills\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Conversation-Club-part-2-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mpec.it\/softskills\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Conversation-Club-part-2-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/mpec.it\/softskills\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Conversation-Club-part-2-2048x2048.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/mpec.it\/softskills\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Conversation-Club-part-2-600x600.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Using_Idioms_to_Express_Assertiveness\"><\/span>Using Idioms to Express Assertiveness<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>&#8220;What are some common English idioms that convey assertiveness without coming across as too aggressive?&#8221;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&#8220;How might you use idioms to firmly state your opinion or decision in a business meeting?&#8221;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Here is the link to an in depth analysis of assertiveness.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.algonquincollege.com\/pembroke\/files\/2021\/03\/Assertiveness-Skills.pdf\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.themuse.com\/advice\/48-questions-thatll-make-awkward-small-talk-so-much-easier\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Building Assertiveness &#8211; Handbook<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sample_Idioms_You_Could_Discuss_and_Use_Today\"><\/span>Sample Idioms You Could Discuss and Use Today:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Hold one&#8217;s ground \ud83e\uddb6<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning<\/strong>: To maintain one&#8217;s position or opinion despite opposition.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Example<\/em>: &#8220;Even when the client was pushing back, I held my ground on our project terms.&#8221;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lay it on the line \ud83d\udccf<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning<\/strong>: To speak frankly and directly, often about risks or negative outcomes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Example<\/em>: &#8220;During the negotiation, I had to lay it on the line about our capacity limits.&#8221;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>No-nonsense approach \ud83d\udeab\ud83c\udfad<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning<\/strong>: A very practical and direct way of doing things without unnecessary extras.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Example<\/em>: &#8220;Our manager&#8217;s no-nonsense approach ensures clarity in team assignments.&#8221;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Call the shots \ud83d\udcde\ud83c\udfaf<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning<\/strong>: To make the important decisions; to be in charge.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Example<\/em>: &#8220;As the project leader, it\u2019s your role to call the shots and guide the team.&#8221;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Practical_Scenarios_for_Assertive_Communication\"><\/span>Practical Scenarios for Assertive Communication<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>&#8220;Think of a time you needed to be assertive at work. How did you handle it, and what phrases did you use?&#8221;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&#8220;How would you assertively negotiate a deal or a project deadline with a client or colleague while maintaining a positive relationship?&#8221;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Key Grammar\/Vocabulary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Negotiation phrases (e.g., &#8220;In negotiations, phrases like &#8216;I see your point, however&#8230;&#8217; are useful.&#8221;)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Firm but polite language (e.g., &#8220;Phrases like &#8216;I must insist&#8217; or &#8216;I would strongly suggest&#8217; convey&#8230;&#8221;)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Direct questions (e.g., &#8220;Asking direct questions, such as &#8216;What is your deadline for this project?&#8217; helps in&#8230;&#8221;)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-rounded\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/mpec.it\/softskills\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Conversation-Club-part-3-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10819\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe48e5de wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Remember_%E2%80%93_there_is_always_more_Here_is_your_Follow_Up_Video\"><\/span>Remember &#8211; there is always more! Here is your Follow Up Video:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<p class=\"responsive-video-wrap clr\"><iframe title=\"How To Be More Assertive\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/1r12glGg1Ec?feature=oembed&#038;enablejsapi=1&#038;origin=https:\/\/mpec.it\/softskills\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">#BusinessAssertiveness #EnglishCommunication #BusinessIdioms #ProfessionalEnglish #AssertiveCommunication #BusinessEnglishPractice 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