Manuel and a colleague are working on a project together. Manuel wants to do the project one way and the colleague wants to do it another. Being the lead on the project, how can Manuel best respond assertively?

An assertive response is respectful and clear without dismissing the colleague or giving in automatically. Saying he will take the suggestions under consideration acknowledges the colleague’s ideas while allowing Manuel to make a thoughtful decision as project lead. Agreeing that the ideas are better or using sarcasm or insults would not communicate assertively.

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