Episode 223 - The Art of Pure Listening
Mireille
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<p>"The wise old owl lived in an oak </p><p>The more he saw, the less he spoke </p><p>The less he spoke, the more he heard </p><p>Why can't we all be like that wise old bird?" - Edward H. Richards </p><p> </p><p>The purpose of listening is not just hearing words, but understanding because as you listen carefully, you are like an observant detective, noticing clues and indicators. You don't even have to ask questions - you can just notice things, words, expressions, feelings, intent, and content. </p><br><p>Principle #7 of the 12 Principles of Highly Successful Leaders - being an effective communicator - impacts every single role that you have in life, and<strong> today </strong>that’s exactly what we focus on: teaching you how to master the art of pure listening so that you lead a happier and peaceful life with those around you. </p><br><p>So, start to practice it right now, by <em>listening</em> to <strong>Episode 223 </strong>of <strong>Becoming your Best, </strong>where we discuss one of the most challenging or difficult principles to learn and put in practice – how to be an effective communicator. As you repeatedly work on building this skill set, you will get better and better and it will be one of the most valuable skill sets that you own. </p><br><p><strong>In this episode, you will learn: </strong> </p><ul><li>A vulnerable story of how I failed at being a good listener when it was needed the most. (05:45) </li><li>The two sides of being an effective communicator. (10:13) </li><li>The mindset attributed to each one of the sides. (11:13) </li><li>The five steps to master the art of pure listening. (15:01) </li><li>The words you can use to confirm what the other person has said. (17:17) </li><li>What you can do, right now, to start building the habit of listening. (20:40)&n
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Episode 223 - The Art of Pure Listening
Mireille