SUMMER RE-RELEASE: Being Present in the Present: The Art of Listening

There is a big difference between listening and hearing. Learning how to be fully present in conversations will strengthen your connections and relationships. One of the best ways to show honor and respect to another person is to truly listen to what they are saying. In this episode, gain practical tools to help you become a better listener.  Transformation Tip: “Most people do not listen with the intent to understand, they listen with the intent to reply.” - Stephen CoveyThere is a big difference between listening and hearing. Ways to focus on listening: Put your phone away! Be fully present Let people finish their sentences before jumping in with your thoughts Pay attention to the other person’s body language Empathize Give encouraging verbal cuesClarify and paraphrase what you’ve heard Ask good questionsPeople become much more open to hearing what you have to say when they know that you have listened to what they have to say Transformation Application: PUT YOUR PHONE AWAY! Be fully present when listening to people. Connect On Social:Podcast Facebook PageSteve Facebook Steve InstagramSteve LinkedInPete FacebookPete Instagram Pete LinkedIn