The Introverts’ Guide to Assertive Communication
Graduate student and postdoc skills development webinar
Location
Online
Date & Time
December 17, 2025, 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Description
Overview
In her book Quiet, Susan Cain estimates that 33%- 50% of the population is introverted. In this webinar, learn how to unlock your “Quiet Power” and have your voice heard through assertive communication. This webinar is specifically designed to help introverts leverage their natural strengths to communicate clearly, directly, and respectfully – not aggressively. You’ll master frameworks for making asks, resolving conflicts, and giving feedback in a structured, collaborative way.
Learn practical techniques to eliminate vague or apologetic language in emails, use assertive communication to say “No” without feeling guilty, and confidently speak up and make impactful contributions during meetings. Transform hesitation into confidence and cultivate the skills needed to make your leadership abilities shine.
Attendees will learn:
- Misconceptions about introverts and their hidden superpowers.
- How to use the DESC script to address hard conversations.
- Techniques to say “no.”
- How to speak up in meetings and be heard using the PREP framework.
- How to assertively communicate through writing.
Please register to attend. The link to join the session will be shared via email after your register. This session is FREE.
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