I’m writing this before Election Day, not knowing who will be elected to serve as our President. And I’m not writing a political piece, but I am making a prediction (not that one). And I hope, that for those who read it, it will make my prediction wrong. Anxious and emotional. Lots of people, regardless of who
When it comes to effective leadership, few skills are as critical as listening. But here’s the key insight: listening is not the same as hearing. In fact, many people think they’re good listeners simply because they hear what’s being said, but true listening goes beyond just hearing words—it requires focus, engagement, and, most importantly, empathy. This
Listening is a fundamental skill for effective communication, yet it’s often misunderstood. Many people think of listening as something that happens with just their ears, but true, effective listening is a full-body experience. It’s about using more than just one sense to connect, understand, and engage with the person speaking. Here’s why listening with your
As leaders and human beings, listening is a skill that most of us recognize as critical. Yet, despite its importance, we all have moments where we fail to listen as well as we should. Whether we’re distracted by the buzz of a phone or mentally preparing our next response, these common barriers prevent us from
Studies and surveys from a variety of sources and with a variety of perspectives come to the same conclusion – the level of burnout in the workplace today is a serious problem. My goal here isn’t to convince you of that fact. Rather, I want us to acknowledge that even unintentionally leaders are a source
We often hear that communication is one of the most important skills in leadership. While much of that conversation focuses on speaking effectively, there’s another side that is just as crucial but often overlooked—listening. In fact, truly listening might be the secret weapon in building stronger teams, fostering relationships, and driving success in any organization. In
Stuck. It’s that moment and feeling of not knowing what to do next, not knowing where to turn, feeling unable to move. While this can be a physical state (a ring is stuck on my finger), I’m writing about when you are stuck mentally, psychologically or emotionally.When Might You Get Stuck?You likely have examples in
Listening is one of those skills that everyone thinks they know, but few truly master. It’s often misunderstood as just another technique that can be taught, like public speaking or time management. But what if I told you that listening isn’t actually a skill problem at all? Instead, it’s something deeper, tied to our habits
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