5 Ways to Become A Better Listener (In Your Next Conversation)

5 Ways to Become A Better Listener In Your Next Conversation // This video delivers 5 ways to listen better and learn effective listening skills. Being a good listener takes effort, these listening skills will help you have better conversations and ask powerful questions. Build rapport sooner, create extraordinary relationships and connect to success with these communication skills.

For 5 tips on how to listen better, watch this video and you will connect with others through the power of listening.

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[greekmamalife]

I became a better listener when I got out of my head and stayed in the moment and also was not stressing that I should always have something to follow up with or participate in every conversation.

[SarovaraYoga]

Listening with the eyes, makes such a big difference. I always notice people'e presence through whether they are making eye contact with me or not!

[BrianHornibrook]

"What's on your mind?"...that's gold. Thanks Riaz.

[Brittlind]

5 points to note;
1. Not paying attention: It is easy to get distracted by other things (sometimes under the guise of multitasking) as you’re having a conversation. However, it takes your attention away from what the other person is saying. The more stimuli around to distract a person such as cell phones or a nearby television—the less likely they are to actively listen to the person speaking.
2. Interjecting with a personal anecdote: It may seem helpful to sympathize or relate to the speaker by offering your own experience. However, this habit can make the speaker feel like you’re not fully respecting their story and simply want to turn the attention to yourself.
3. Judging the speaker: Some people tune out or get defensive if someone shares an opinion they disagree with. The listener may shut down and refuse to relate, which prevents a potentially meaningful conversation.
4. Not asking questions: Not asking follow-up questions about the speaker’s story can indicate poor listening skills. Asking questions shows engagement and curiosity and makes the other person feel heard.
5. Talking over the speaker: Good listeners rarely cut someone else off to comment with their own opinion. It can send a message that your thoughts are more important than theirs. A silence or momentary pause is not always a reason to insert your own story, rebuttal, or belief.
6. Waiting to talk: Formulating a response while the speaker is talking results in distracted listening. If you appear more interested in telling your own story than listening, it can degrade your personal and professional relationships. The other person may not feel heard, making them less inclined to have conversations with you in the future.

[al-riyazvellani]

I continue to improve as a listener using the following two principles: 1. I keep reminding myself how I have personally felt when the other person was quite obviously not giving me their full attention, and I've been narrating what I felt was important to me. 2. I remind myself of the high impact conversations and coaching sessions I've had with those I work with, where I've been able to highlight THEIR successes simply by "listening" to what they were saying; successes they were not even cognizant of conveying in their narrative...and the resulting shine in their eyes and lift in their shoulders when I've been able to do so. There is little that is as gratifying as knowing you have had such an impact on another human being!

[MarisaLaBlue]

This is so important! I feel like modern technology has so many of us more and more distracted by the day. I agree with doing some of your own research and truly caring & understanding the other person in order to carry out meaningful conversation. Loved the video and also love your presence as well! So clear and professional :)

[lizbrownhuynh]

I really like the question, "what question did a I fail to ask here to understand your reality?" It reminds me that I may not always be tuned into them and focused on their perspective.

[KatyAlmstrom]

"Asking questions that you can't Google" Love that!

[samuelcamarade]

Rarely find a youtube video with only thumb-ups! (:.
You made it and you deserve mine, Keep it up!

[puneetgrewal]

This video & content was bang on & so insightful to help support us to all become better listeners. My favorite tip was, "how over preparing will give you confidence, but stepping into their uncertainty by listening & improvising will give you CONNECTION." That was amazing. Second biggest take away for all of us to practice is to not try to fix, give advice or interrupt. Something I will always have to consciously work on. What changed my listening & my life to be honest was being present & to actively listen vs thinking of my next question or response- which you also covered. I am sharing this video with my corporate teams. This video is going to help us create deeper & more authentic connections! So well done! Thank you!

[kennedykrisubani]

00:05 5 strategies to become a better listener
01:13 Combat distractions to become a better listener.
02:12 Phone distractions and internal distractions affect listening efficiency
03:11 Listen with your eyes to connect deeply
04:15 Ask questions that help someone discover the meaning behind their own experiences.
05:13 Improve listening skills by asking questions and evoking empathy.
06:04 Active listening increases information retention.
07:02 Practice active listening to make every conversation count.

Kennedy Kris Ubani

[darylballard]

Every time I hear someone talk about listening, I think "I've got to do that." Then I forget it about it until the next time I hear someone recommend it. I loved the video and your recommendations though. Thanks.

[AnsariPulickalAbdulAzeez]

Good one really interesting tips for active listening!
Especially listen with your eyes!

[charlottenilsson]

To focus on understanding. Asking questions

[CarolMould]

I love Stephen Covey's habit of seeking first to understand, then to be understood. This helps me to be a better listener

[intelligentcat]

I get excited and blabber. So I’ll try opening my conversations with “what’s on your mind today?” And “ how did it go?”

[ElaraInspires]

I love tip # 3: Listen with your eyes. I never heard it put like that before but makes much sense. Non verbal cues are very important and essential to pay attention to. Loved your content thank you!

[NourInTheKitchen]

Being an introvert i’ve always genuinely been a good listener yet i still benefited a lot from this video. There is always room for improvement right? :)

[richreitz]

Incredible insight! Thank you for your kindness, in sharing this priceless information sir!

[ElizabethSampson]

This so should be taught when kids are young! Listening is so important. Wow did not realize the percentages. Lead with their priorities is genius!