Is your leadership style unintentionally aggressive?

Communication expert Leah Mether says you might intend to be strong, assertive, and direct and be shocked to discover that others view you as closed-minded, aggressive, and blunt.

We often conjure stereotypical images of overt hostility when we think of aggressive communication: raised voices, forceful demands, and intimidating behavior. However, aggression can take subtler forms, catching even the most well-intentioned leaders off guard. You may be unintentionally aggressive.