60 Seconds: 3 Tried and True Tips to Head Off Competition in Dialogue.

<p>Hello to you in <a href="https://visit.brussels/en">Brussels, Belgium</a> </p><p>Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is 60 Seconds, your daily dose of hope, imagination, wisdom, stories, practical tips, and general riffing on this and that.</p><p>How many times have you been in “conversation” with someone and realized they were busy compiling competitive talking points? Or, maybe what began as a civil discourse erupted into an argument. Facilitating pre-trial focus groups as a litigation consultant taught me that most everybody wants to say something against you, your client, your case, and justice in general.</p><p><strong>Practical Tip</strong>: I learned the hard way; but I learned. To head off competition in dialogue use thoughtful questions and intentional listening. Here are my 3 tried and true tips for any conversation:</p><p>1. Would you tell me more about that?</p><p>2. How did you arrive at that position?</p><p>3. Could you make room for this idea as well as the one you already hold?</p><p><strong>Bonus Tip</strong>: Abandon the word “<i>Why?</i>” It sets up a defensive posture and serves no one. </p><p><i>This is the place to thrive together. Come for the stories - stay for the magic. <strong>Speaking of magic, I hope you’ll subscribe, follow, share a nice shout out on your social media or podcast channel of choice, including Android, and join us next time! </strong>You’re invited to stop by the website and subscribe to stay current with Diane, her journeys, her guests, as well as creativity, imagination, walking, stories, camaraderie, and so much more</i>: <a href="https://www.quartermoonstoryarts.net">Quarter Moon Story Arts</a></p><p>Production Team: <a href="https://www.quartermoonstoryarts.net">Quarter Moon Story Arts</a></p><p>Music: Mer’s Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & <a href="https://www.nightheron.com">Night Heron Music</a></p><p>All content and image © 2019 - Present: for credit & attribution <a href="https://www.quartermoonstoryarts.net">Quarter Moon Stor