Listening Skills 101

"Listening Skills 101," emphasizes the importance of active listening for improved communication. It provides seven key strategies: fully focusing attention on the speaker, using supportive body language, making eye contact, avoiding formulating a response until the speaker finishes, summarizing what was heard to ensure understanding, allowing the speaker to clarify, and applying these skills to strengthen relationships. The guide stresses that effective listening involves grasping the speaker's message, which leads to better communication and stronger relationships. Ultimately, improving listening skills benefits both personal and professional communication.