By Mark Goulston What is a more universally valuable skill than being a good listener? While I know a number of people who are really good listeners, they are in the minority, and are only really good in some situations. And, through my work over the last 30 years, I have observed that nearly everyone, […]
Remarkable TV: Why Am I Wearing Sunglasses?
In today’s video, I’m using a fun example that might make you laugh but will hopefully make you think about how you’re communicating with others as a leader. Check it out below. [Tweet “”If you want them to hear you, take off your sunglasses.””] Listen to the audio-only version of this episode. Learn more about […]
Remarkable TV: Importance of Listening
Listening is much more than just hearing the words. What’d you say? Here’s what I mean… Listening. It is a big deal in our lives, and yet most everyone I ask about it wishes they were better at it. Being better at it as a leader or a coach is critical, but not just for […]
Harnessing the Power of Your Biggest Listening Distraction
When I read a title like that I immediately start thinking things like: I wonder what he thinks the biggest listening distraction is? Will I agree? Will my guess be correct? Will this article be worth my time? . . . Chances are, you are thinking some version of those things as you read them. […]
10 Questions to Make You a Better Listener
Listening is a skill we’d all like to get better at – I can’t think of a time when I asked someone or a group if they wanted to be a better listener and someone said, “no.” It is a life skill that impacts our ability to communicate, build relationships and get things done. It […]
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