Based off of listen.org and reading about "Listening is a 10 Part Skill", I learned ten new ideas or parts that can help lead to better and more effective listening. I never realized until I read this article that even the fortune 500 companies value listening skills in employers since nowadays we tend to lack that common ground when it comes to listening. We are too preoccupied thinking of what to say next, that we forget or tune out what the other person next to is is talking about. That can be a challenge and a problem especially if we are being told to do something or are told valuable or pertinent information and end up nor remembering it. I felt that all ten parts were all important and I learned something new from each of them.
I thought number 1 on finding area of interest is a very valid point when it comes to listening because a conversation is a two way street, and although sometimes it may be hard to find something in common all the time when in a discussion however it is important if we know a certain area of interest will lead the other not to be a more attentive or effective listener, it is a good idea to choose a topic we know will keep the listener engaged. I also re-learned that we need to judge content, not delivery because not everybody is perfect and sometimes our nerves get the best of us, so it is important to be more aware of the content the individual is discussing. I thought hold your fire is great advice for anyone because we tend to get overexcited over someone's statement, however we first need to make sure we fully comprehend what they are stating before we say anything. I felt the part I could relate to the most and helped me to keep in mind for future reference is number ten which is capitalize on thought speed. There are times I feel I am thinking so fast and whatever comes out of my mouth, is not what I had hoped to say because I had rather thought what I wanted to say through. It is important as the site mentioned that we can use our thought speed to advantage and use it to help with understanding what is being stated by the other person. There are different ways to go about this as also mentioned on the site however one that stood out to me is to mentally summarize what the person has been saying and what point have they tried to make if they have yet? Overall, I found this site and article to be very interesting and helpful because there were things mentioned that I tend to overlook as a listener. I Becoming a better listener is something that is in the process for me, and this article offered some insight on how to become a more effective listener.
Good job! All the 10 parts of listening are very valid and important. I liked how you mentioned how the article suggested some big companies valuing listening skills. When I read that little part I secretly thought of how big companies might value listening skills within the office but the communication between companies and their outside influences i.e. consumers, investors, employees etc. can be perceived as a one way street where only the companies biggest investors and top employees benefit. Becoming a better listener is a process for everyone and I appreciate you sharing your thoughts.
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