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Listening Skills
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Monday, March 5th, 2012Building a business is all about building relationships, and one of the most important elements of a relationship is effective communication. Communication doesn’t happen unless both parties practice the art of effective listening. Check to see if you are practicing the key disciplines of listening, . . .
Strategies for Improving Listening Skills
Friday, February 17th, 2012Strategies for improving listening skills include paying attention to body language, focusing on word choice and listening to the tone of the words. Notice changes in the way a person speaks to improve listening skills with advice from a business management consultant in this free video on listening skills. Via www.ehow.com
17 Ways to Use Active Listening Techniques in Online Communication
Thursday, January 26th, 2012Business depends on communication, and communication is a two-way street. Not only do we need to develop the skill not just of making ourselves understood clearly and accurately, but we need to return the favor and put some effort into understanding the other person. . . Via freelanceswitch.com
Julian Treasure: 5 Ways to Listen Better
Tuesday, January 10th, 2012TED Talks: In our louder and louder world, says sound expert Julian Treasure, "We are losing our listening." In this short, fascinating talk, Treasure shares five ways to re-tune your ears for conscious listening — to other people and the world . . . Via www.ted.com
The Art of Listening
Friday, October 7th, 2011Sometimes, the best way to resolve problems is to just listen to the other person. Why is it so hard to do? Image: original article – PsychologyToday.com See the collection of topical posts at PsychologyToday.com . . .
7 Powerful Tips to Becoming a Better Listener
Wednesday, October 5th, 2011When people speak, do you listen? How much of what's communicated do you internalize? I've learned that being a good listener takes more than just hearing what the person has to say – it requires conscious desire, conscientiousness, and practice. In this article, I share my 7 personal tips on how to be a better [...]
5 Ways to Listen Better
Wednesday, September 14th, 2011In our louder and louder world, says sound expert Julian Treasure (photo left), "We are losing our listening." In this short, fascinating talk, Treasure shares five ways to re-tune your ears for conscious listening — to other people and the world around you. See the TED video . . .
Ten Ways to Improve Your Listening Skills
Tuesday, August 30th, 2011Every time I give an assignment to my college students, I ask if they have questions. At first, everyone is hesitant, but in a moment or two, the questions begin. And that’s fine. What I find somewhat disconcerting, though, is that most of the questions reveal that the students haven’t really listened to my explanation, [...]
Why You Need to Take a Listening Tour
Thursday, August 4th, 2011When was the last time a colleague stopped by to sincerely ask for your perspective and advice?..You must login or register before you view this content.
How to Be a Good Listener: Understanding the Total Meaning
Wednesday, August 3rd, 2011Good listeners strive to understand the total meaning of a communicated message…You must login or register before you view this content.
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