In this sense, assertiveness is directly related to self-esteem. This book will instruct you step by step so that you can be more assertive in your relationships with others. If you still feel a bit lost about how assertiveness will impact your life, let us tell you that learning about it can completely change the way you see things, relate to others and even relate to yourself. Here are some things you will learn from this book: - What defines an assertive person? - What skills you need to be assertive - Tips to start being assertive quickly - How to deal with pushy people - How to stand up for yourself - How to be assertive without being rude - How to stop being a pushover - How to be self-confident - How to effectively communicate assertiveness Many of us also go through life never truly experiencing what we want. This can either be the perfect relationship, a dream career or a particular lifestyle we had always envisioned for ourselves. The simple reason why we don't go for what we want with more determination is because we have picked up the belief that we must be passive and nice as to not offend others. The problem with this behavior however, is that it gives others the chance to walk all over us.