Stand Up For Yourself You teach people how to treat you by what you allow, what you stop, and what you reinforce. ~ Tony Gaskins I found an interesting article this morning on how to stand up for yourself. The basics: 1. Be prepared. If you know you’re going to have to make a case for yourself, make sure you know what you’re talking about. 2. Baby steps. Try out your tactics in low-risk situations to start — like asking for more time on a project or taking a couple of tasks off your plate. 3. Change your perception of being nice. Being a nice person doesn’t mean you have to say yes to everything –– it’s ok to put your foot down — you’ll still be nice. 4. Practice quiet power. Continue to listen and show your appreciation for people even when you are standing up for yourself. You do not have to raise your voice. 5. Be honest. Getting what you need and want to succeed comes from the heart. Skip telling people what you think they want to hear and be real. - See more at: http://www.lo...