Not just in a surface level, “I’m listening” way of being heard but intently with even the unspoken things being picked up on?
That type of listening doesn’t happen often because most conversations involve the intent to respond. Not to fully hear.
In your next one-on-one conversation, try giving the other person full focus. Don’t form any questions or responses until they finish their thought. Avoid a response other than a follow-up question. Be more curious.
Your relationships, your ability to lead, to work alongside others, to influence will dramatically improve.
