As a leader, you know that listening is essential. It’s a key part of communication, and we all strive to get better at it. But today, I want to share what I believe is the most powerful reason to listen. We’ve talked about many reasons to listen in this series, from understanding others to acknowledging their

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Listening is one of the most fundamental leadership skills—and yet, it’s often one of the most overlooked. In today’s fast-paced world, distractions are everywhere, and the art of truly listening has become rare. But what if you could supercharge your listening skills? What if you could make listening so impactful that it transforms your relationships

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As leaders, we talk a lot about the importance of listening—but how often do we reflect on how we listen? If you’ve ever wondered how to take your listening skills to the next level, you’re not alone. I’ve spent years studying leadership, and one thing is crystal clear: great listeners ask great questions. Today, I’m excited

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Interrupting—it’s a habit many of us struggle with, myself included. Over the years, I’ve come to realize just how much interrupting can hinder communication and damage relationships. If you’re like me, someone who’s been an interrupter and is working on breaking that habit, you’re in the right place. Let’s dive into some actionable strategies to

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Listening is a skill that can transform our relationships, our work, and even how we view the world. Over the years, I’ve learned that being a good listener isn’t just about hearing what’s being said—it’s about connecting, understanding, and truly engaging with the person in front of you. Today, I’d like to share five ways

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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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