Being assertive—expressing your thoughts, feelings, and needs in an open, honest, and respectful way—is a marker of strong emotional intelligence. Women in tech can use assertiveness to communicate more effectively, ensuring their ideas and opinions are heard while maintaining positive relationships with colleagues and superiors.
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