kind of listener

When you assess yourself now,
what kind of listener are you?

1. A deep careful listener
2. A bored listener
3. A selective listener
4. A defensive listener
5. An interruptive listener
6. An insensitive listener

Do you want to know some tips how to become a good listener?

Follow the golden rule:

• “Do unto others what you want others do unto you.”
• Put yourself on the position of the one who is speaking to you.
• Make an effort to listen to the person who is speaking by giving your full attention to the speaker.
• Focus your mind to what he is trying to say and for the unspoken messages.
• Watch for the non-verbal communication like tone of voice, hand gestures, facial expressions and other body movements.
• Listen for the real meaning and not just for the literal words.
• Finish listening first before you begin to speak for you to be sure that you understand what is being said
• Think clearly what to react. Ask questions if you are not sure, to understand what the speaker is trying to convey.
• Good listening requires practice and patience. But, if you hone this skill you’ll appreciate life more.

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