Wednesday, February 10, 2010

Listening 2/10/10

I am a pretty good listener, because I'm not really that social. I'm not very outgoing, so I tend to sit back and listen to other people as they talk. I think I need to make a point to actually listen more though, and not just hear the person talk. If I listen to them and comment on what they said then it can help to form a better relationship between the person and me. If the person knows you're listening to them and knows that you're legitimately trying to understand them, then they'll know that you care and it will help them to follow you as you try to lead. Everyone's listening skills can always improve, and in order to get better at it I can make a point to talk to people on my team everyday, and as I listen I can ask questions and make comments so that the person and I both know I'm paying attention. Hopefully by improving our listening skills we can become better leaders.
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  1. Danette WhittingtonFebruary 10, 2010 at 12:58 PM

    heyya Shelby!!
    well i think that you are a very good listener :]] you are definately add that element to our team! keep up the good work! you doing a great job.
    your theory on actually listening and not just hearing is very good! well have a spectacular day pumpkin!!
    ~D~

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  2. Emily CrowFebruary 10, 2010 at 7:09 PM

    Shelby! :)

    So, i know i haven't really talked to you all that much, but i can already tell you are a good listener.

    I know that i'm having the same problem you are though. I hear, but i don't listen.
    :)

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