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Mar 7, 2026 8 min

The Wrong Way to Listen

from Influential Introvert: Communication Coaching for Professionals with Performance Anxiety Hosted by Communication & Mindset Coach Sarah Mikutel

Turns out there’s not just one way to listen – there are four, at least according to the authors of Adaptive Listening: How to Cultivate Trust and Traction at Work. In this episode, I share when to use each level of listening, plus the question you should always ask yourself before opening your mouth. Read the article. Read Adaptive Listening. *** I’m your host, Sarah Mikutel, a communication and mindset coach. My work is about helping people like you share your voice, strengthen your relationships, and have more fun. As an American expat living in the U.K., I value curiosity, courage, and joy. A few things I love: wandering European streets in search of the best vegetarian meal, practicing Italian, and helping my clients design lives that feel rich and meaningful. If you want to become a more calm, confident communicator at work and in your personal life – let’s talk. Do you ever go blank or start rambling when someone puts you on the spot? I created a free Conversation Cheat Sheet with simple formulas you can use so you can respond with clarity, whether you’re in a meeting or just talking with friends. Download it at sarahmikutel.com/blanknomore and start feeling more confident in your conversations today.

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Turns out there’s not just one way to listen – there are four, at least according to the authors of Adaptive Listening: How to Cultivate Trust and Traction at Work. In this episode, I share when to use each level of listening, plus the question you should always ask yourself before opening your mouth. Read the article. Read Adaptive Listening. *** I’m your host, Sarah Mikutel, a communication and mindset coach. My work is about helping people like you share your voice, stren...

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The Wrong Way to Listen

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  1. 0:00 The Wrong Way to Listen
  2. 1:42 Four kinds of adaptive listening
  3. 3:46 Where we go wrong with listening
  4. 5:19 When someone asks for the wrong kind of listening
  5. 6:31 One question to change the way you listen

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