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version: "1.0.0" description: "Analyzes communication style in messages identifying assertive, passive, aggressive, or passive-aggressive patterns"

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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