In fact, the only danger may be that you come on a little too assertive, so take things slow and easy, confident you can surmount any obstacle.

事实上，仅有的危险可能就是在于你有点过分自信，所以，放慢脚步，让心情轻松，对自己能度过难关充满信心。

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Those who are likely to be less confident, competitive and assertive, often coming from homes with "little knowledge of the requirements and benefits of selective universities".

BBC: Poorer pupils 'lack confidence' for top universities

Be assertive and confident when dealing with a personality clash, but don't let assertiveness tip into aggressiveness or confidence become a confrontational stance.

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