Thanks to changingminds.org you can see bellow a comparison between three main type of behaviors: aggressive, submissive and assertive.
| Attribute | Aggressive | Submissive | Assertive |
| Respect for others | Low | High | High |
| Respect for self | High (usually) | Low | High |
| Key action | Attack others
Me first Hide weaknesses Exaggerate strengths Do not concede |
Submit to others
Me last Visible weaknesses Downplay strengths Always concede |
Respect others
Me and you equal Open about weaknesses and strengths Fair exchange |
| Perceived benefits | Get what I want
Won’t get harmed Will be respected |
Won’t get harmed
Low personal risk Will be liked |
Get much of what I want
Will be respected Fair relationships |
| Likely costs | Poor relationships
Subtle revenge Lost communication |
Poor relationships
Get overlooked People take advantage |
Do not always get what I want
Confusion/envy of others |
Adrian Dobre 