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Assertiveness Competencies

A family of 10 competencies. Kokoro can combine several of them into an assessment tailored to the role, to build a comparable signal before interviewing.

• Emotional assertiveness

  Measures the aptitude to express emotions and opinions in a balanced way in work situations.

• Authenticity

  Measures the ability to communicate authentically, valuing personal integrity over group dynamics.

• Clear and direct communication

  Measures effectiveness in conveying ideas and needs clearly and without ambiguity.

• Nonviolent communication

  Measures skill in assertive and empathetic communication, fostering healthy working relationships and a collaborative work environment.

• Standing up for one own and others rights

  Measures commitment to fairness and justice when standing up for rights in the work environment.

• Setting boundaries

  Measures the capacity to set and communicate effective boundaries in work contexts.

• Expressing one own opinions respectfully

  Measures the ability to communicate ideas and opinions clearly and empathetically in work situations.

• Handling criticism

  Measures the capacity to receive and respond constructively to criticism, using feedback as a learning tool.

• Assertive negotiation

  Measures the ability to negotiate effectively and respectfully in collaborative work environments.

• Assertive decision-making

  Measures the ability to weigh options and make balanced, well-grounded decisions.