If you’ve never practiced active listening before, it can be a bit confusing to try out yourself. Below, we’ll walk you through an example dialogue between two people, one of whom is supporting their coworker by actively listening. Before we dive into an example, here are some key dialogue elements to use when you’re listening… [Read more]
Category: Active Listening Skills
Active listening is a soft skill that takes time to develop. Try these five active listening techniques to practice this skill. Below, we’ll also dive into a few examples to help you continue building this muscle. 1. Avoid interrupting Sometimes, when a conversation is flowing, you want to jump in and add your own ideas,… [Read more]
The four types of listening Ready to become a better listener? Here’s how. There are four different types of listening: Empathic listening, which is when you listen to understand. Think of listening when someone shares a personal story. In this type of listening, you’re focused on the other person, instead of yourself. Appreciative listening, which… [Read more]