Listening Skills
Proficiency in effective communication is imperative within the business context. Nonetheless, the quality of our communication competence significantly falters when not supported by strong listening abilities.
Workshop Content:
Why are Effective Listening Skills Important? – Participants engage in a discussion about the significance of adept listening skills.
Distinguishing Hearing from Listening – We explore the distinction between hearing and active listening.
Vibrant Citrus Exercise – Participants participate in a dynamic activity that vividly illustrates key reasons behind ineffective listening.
Basic Listening Approach – Participants are equipped with a straightforward yet impactful method for enhancing their listening skills.
Categories of Information – This segment extends the basic listening technique by delving into the three categories of information that effective listeners absorb.
Listening Practicum – Participants collaborate in pairs to practice the simple listening technique, offering each other feedback and improving their proficiency.
Engaging in Active Listening – Building on the foundational listening method, we elevate it by introducing a structured framework for active listening skills.
Objectives:
Upon concluding this workshop on listening skills, your participants will have the capacity to:
- Elaborate on the significance of listening skills
- Recognize primary causes of ineffective listening
- Incorporate uncomplicated techniques for consistent effective listening