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Ep. 126 - Want to Be a Better Communicator? Start With Active Listening
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Are you truly listening, or just waiting to speak? Active listening isn’t just a soft skill—it’s a superpower that can transform your personal and professional relationships. In this episode, we uncover why listening with intent matters more than ever. Through real-life examples, like decoding gym banter and handling tricky leadership moments, you’ll see how active listening can boost your emotional intelligence, strengthen connections, and create meaningful outcomes.
Key Takeaways:
- Listen With Your Body: Active listening involves more than your ears—engage with eye contact, body language, and undivided attention to truly hear and comprehend what's being said.
- Compassion, Not Just Empathy: Acknowledge emotions but maintain boundaries. True compassion helps you connect without being overwhelmed.
- Adapt Your Listening Levels: Not all situations need 10/10 attention. Learn when to fully engage and when it’s okay to step back.
- Ask Purposeful Questions: Use closed questions to clarify quickly or open-ended ones to deepen understanding and innovation.
- Tailor Your Approach: Understand your audience—whether they’re outcome-focused or people-oriented—to craft conversations that resonate.
Tune in to master this essential skill and elevate every interaction in your life.
Ambitious but tired of second-guessing yourself and feeling unheard? It's time to step up and take control of your career.
Connect with Rhiannon for coaching and break free from doubt, speak with confidence, and start leading with clarity today! Contact Rhiannon today.
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