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“I remind myself every morning: Nothing I say this day will teach me anything. So if I’m going to learn, I must do it by listening.”
- Larry King
The Why
Listening demonstrates that you care, which is foundational for trustbuilding.
The Tips
1. Keep the focus of the conversation in speaker’s direction.
2. Be non-judgmental
3. Be fully present. Turn off all distractions.
4. Understand their point of view without butting in.
5. Be willing to learn.
The Resources
“Deep Listening: Impact Beyond Words” by Oscar Trimboli