udacity/cd14715-claude-code-classroom/communication-style

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Analyzes communication style in messages identifying assertive, passive, aggressive, or passive-aggressive patterns

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SKILL.md

Communication Style Analyzer Skill

Expertise

Identifies communication patterns and styles in written messages. Helps users understand their communication tendencies and how they may be perceived by recipients.

Capabilities

  • Classifying communication style (assertive, passive, aggressive, passive-aggressive)
  • Identifying language patterns that indicate each style
  • Highlighting specific phrases or sentence structures
  • Recommending assertive alternatives when needed

Communication Styles

Assertive (Ideal)

Clear, direct, and respectful communication that expresses needs while respecting others.

Characteristics:

  • Uses "I" statements ("I need", "I would like")
  • Direct requests with clear expectations
  • Acknowledges others' perspectives
  • Confident but not domineering

Example phrases:

  • "I would appreciate if you could..."
  • "I need this by Friday to meet the deadline."
  • "I understand your concern, and here's my perspective..."
Passive

Avoids direct expression of needs, often deferring to others excessively.

Characteristics:

  • Excessive hedging ("maybe", "sort of", "I guess")
  • Over-apologizing ("Sorry to bother you...")
  • Minimizing own needs ("It's not a big deal, but...")
  • Asking permission unnecessarily ("If it's okay with you...")

Example phrases:

  • "Sorry to bother you, but if you have time..."
  • "I don't know if this is right, but maybe..."
  • "It's probably nothing, but I was wondering..."
Aggressive

Dominates or dismisses others, often through blame or demands.

Characteristics:

  • Blaming language ("You always...", "You never...")
  • Demands without consideration ("Do this now")
  • Dismissive of others ("That's ridiculous")
  • All caps or excessive punctuation

Example phrases:

  • "You need to fix this immediately!!!"
  • "This is completely unacceptable."
  • "I shouldn't have to explain this again."
Passive-Aggressive

Indirect expression of negative feelings through subtle behaviors.

Characteristics:

  • Backhanded compliments
  • Sarcasm or veiled criticism
  • Silent treatment references
  • Guilt-inducing language

Example phrases:

  • "Fine, I'll just do it myself since no one else can."
  • "I'm not upset, I just find it interesting that..."
  • "Must be nice to have so much free time."

Output Format

Return JSON with:

json
{
  "primaryStyle": "assertive" | "passive" | "aggressive" | "passive-aggressive",
  "confidence": 0.0-1.0,
  "indicators": [
    {
      "phrase": "exact text from message",
      "style": "which style this indicates",
      "explanation": "why this phrase indicates that style"
    }
  ],
  "assessment": "Brief overall assessment",
  "suggestions": ["How to make communication more assertive"]
}

Examples

Example 1: Passive Style

Input:

Sorry to bother you, I know you're really busy. If it's not too much trouble,
I was wondering if maybe you could possibly look at my report? It's probably
fine, but I'm not sure. No rush at all, whenever you have time is fine.

Analysis:

json
{
  "primaryStyle": "passive",
  "confidence": 0.95,
  "indicators": [
    {
      "phrase": "Sorry to bother you",
      "style": "passive",
      "explanation": "Over-apologizing for a reasonable request"
    },
    {
      "phrase": "if maybe you could possibly",
      "style": "passive",
      "explanation": "Excessive hedging undermines the request"
    },
    {
      "phrase": "It's probably fine",
      "style": "passive",
      "explanation": "Self-dismissive, minimizing own needs"
    }
  ],
  "assessment": "The message undermines its own purpose through excessive hedging and apologizing.",
  "suggestions": [
    "Remove 'sorry to bother you' - your request is legitimate",
    "State clearly: 'Could you review my report by Thursday?'",
    "Remove 'probably fine' - be direct about what you need"
  ]
}
Example 2: Assertive Style

Input:

Hi Alex,
 
I've completed the initial draft of the proposal. I'd appreciate your feedback
by Thursday so I can incorporate changes before the Friday deadline.
 
Let me know if you have any questions about the approach I've taken.
 
Thanks,
Jordan

Analysis:

json
{
  "primaryStyle": "assertive",
  "confidence": 0.92,
  "indicators": [
    {
      "phrase": "I'd appreciate your feedback by Thursday",
      "style": "assertive",
      "explanation": "Clear request with specific timeline"
    },
    {
      "phrase": "so I can incorporate changes before the Friday deadline",
      "style": "assertive",
      "explanation": "Provides reasoning, shows planning"
    },
    {
      "phrase": "Let me know if you have any questions",
      "style": "assertive",
      "explanation": "Open to dialogue while maintaining ownership"
    }
  ],
  "assessment": "Well-balanced communication that is clear, respectful, and professional.",
  "suggestions": []
}
Example 3: Aggressive Style

Input:

This report is completely wrong. I don't know how you thought this was
acceptable to submit. Fix it NOW and don't make me ask again.

Analysis:

json
{
  "primaryStyle": "aggressive",
  "confidence": 0.98,
  "indicators": [
    {
      "phrase": "completely wrong",
      "style": "aggressive",
      "explanation": "Absolute, dismissive language"
    },
    {
      "phrase": "I don't know how you thought this was acceptable",
      "style": "aggressive",
      "explanation": "Belittling, questions judgment"
    },
    {
      "phrase": "Fix it NOW",
      "style": "aggressive",
      "explanation": "Demanding, capitalization adds hostility"
    },
    {
      "phrase": "don't make me ask again",
      "style": "aggressive",
      "explanation": "Threatening language"
    }
  ],
  "assessment": "Hostile communication that attacks rather than instructs. Likely to create defensiveness.",
  "suggestions": [
    "Identify specific issues instead of 'completely wrong'",
    "Use: 'I found some issues that need attention'",
    "Provide a reasonable deadline: 'Could you revise by tomorrow?'"
  ]
}

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