You can express empathy while also being assertive. Learn about the pros and cons of empathic assertion on @tariquesani

Assertive communication requires complementing the words with appropriate body language. Techniques to practise assertive communication on @tariquesani

Assertive communication works by pointing out the discrepancy between what has been agreed upon and what is currently happening. Practice assertive communication techniques at work, with colleagues - @tariquesani

Did you know that you can express negative emotions through assertive communication? Understand and practise five techniques of assertive communication - @tariquesani

How is lack of assertiveness linked with long-term anxiety and depression? Learn more about assertive communication on -

Being unable to say 'no' leads to a build-up of resentment and anger. Learn to say 'no'. Primer on assertive communication by @tariquesani on

A common difficulty associated with saying ‘no’ is overestimating the difficulty that the other person will have in accepting the refusal. Is this you? Read about the unhelpful beliefs associated with saying 'no' - @tariquesani

What are some of the unhelpful beliefs about saying ‘no’? Will you come across as rude, uncaring, selfish? Inability to say ‘no’ results from deep conditioning. Unlearn the unhelpful beliefs associated with saying no, with @tariquesani on

A basic assertive communication technique is specific communication. Express your needs clearly. Avoid padding with words. Take responsibility for yourself. @tariquesani explains five assertive communication techniques on

Becoming skilled at assertive communication requires continuous practice. At first, you may face difficulty in separating your emotions from the communication. Don’t beat yourself up. @tariquesani shares assertive communication techniques on

Being assertive will upset the other person when you state your needs. Assertiveness can ruin relationships. Myths about assertive communication debunked, in the primer on assertiveness - @tariquesani

Assertive communication is a way of communicating our feelings, thoughts and beliefs in an open and honest manner without violating the rights of others. It is a communication style. Read the primer on assertive communication by @tariquesani on

Did it ever occur to you that you have a right to say ‘no’, and you have the right to not offer reasons or provide justifications for why you are saying ‘no’? @tariquesani gives helpful advice on practising assertive communication on

The third part of the habits' triad - assertive communication - features today, after @tariquesani's earlier presentations and primers on procrastination and perfection. Watch live on at 9 AM.

Perfectionism is not contextual because no achievement is ever enough. Want to learn how to identify if you are being a perfectionist? @tariquesani advises on

Utilize your prime time or your best times in the day to complete difficult tasks. These and more tricks to overcome procrastination by @tariquesani -

Starting with a less than perfect day? Reset your thoughts by tuning your mind to set smaller, measurable goals. Overcome perfectionism. Primers, video and slides by @tariquesani on:

Revisit what is procrastination, and how to change behaviours that reinforce putting off tasks - @tariquesani @hasgeek

It's that Monday today when @tariquesani shares practical advice on the second part of the troika of procrastination-perfectionism-assertiveness. Watch the video, and read the primers on #perfectionism on @HasgeekTV

RT @KetoCarnivore: We can "prove" Robin is a boy's name, and burgers are bad for your health, if we twist data science tools to our bidding…