Stop Being Too Polite: How to Be Assertive Without Being Rude
Be Direct with Politeness: The key to being assertive without being rude is directness with redress—clearly stating your needs while showing respect. Instead of indirect phrases like “Maybe another time” or “I’m not sure,” use direct but polite language such as “Thanks, but I’ll pass” or “I appreciate the invite, but I’m going to skip this one.” …
