As it happens, most people are poor listeners. They usually have several things on their mind at the same time, and are paying attention to several different subjects while someone else is talking to them. As a result, they do not hear the other person clearly and often misunderstand and mis-remember the content of the discussion. This leads to confusion, arguments, accusations and inefficiencies.
Listening is a discipline that you can learn with practice. There are several steps you can follow to develop the habit of excellent listening.
First, make a decision to develop the habit of being an excellent listener. Second, begin immediately by practicing intense listening when people talk to you. Third, never allow an exception until people begin to compliment you on what a good listener you are.
Culled from Million Dollar Habits by Brian Tracy
Abdulkareem,Taoheedah Kehinde
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