Objectives - by the end of this workbook you should be able to: · Understand the skills required to make decisions and initiate action · Apply techniques to ensure a positive, assertive approach · Understand the nature of stress and apply techniques for stress management · Effectively manage your time · Plan your personal and professional development · Understand your style of learning. *Improving assertiveness for difficult situations *Assess and improve decision-making skills *Understanding stress and channelling pressure positively *Time management techniques