Ever find yourself only halfway listening to someone you're in a conversation with?
I know I'm guilty of it 🙋‍♂️. If you're like me, it's not that you don't care what the other person has to say - you may have your to do list running through your head or be otherwise distracted. You may even be running through what you want to say next!
Regardless of the reason, listening to respond can prevent us from fully engaging. And at times, it can even inadvertently come across as rude or aloof.
It may take some extra effort, but active listening and deep listening can help show your genuine interest, build trust, and grow meaningful connections. And you may end up observing and learning some things along the way that you wouldn't have noticed otherwise.
My challenge to you for the rest of the week: find opportunities to lean in and practice deep listening around your team members, colleagues, and loved ones. They deserve our full attention! Give deep listening a try, and be amazed by the results.
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