Gary Ryan Moving Beyond Being Good®

Summary Listening is an essential skill that many people struggle with. In this episode, Gary Ryan shares practical tips to improve listening skills. He emphasizes the importance of mindset and thinking when it comes to listening. By shifting from talking to someone to talking with someone, and listening to understand instead of listening to agree, one can significantly enhance their listening abilities. Gary also suggests listening for key words and using duplication techniques to demonstrate understanding. Improving listening skills can lead to better communication and increased clarity in personal and professional relationships. Takeaways Improving listening skills is crucial for personal and professional relationships. Shifting from talking to someone to talking with someone enhances listening. Listening to understand, not to agree, is key. Listening for key words and using duplication techniques can demonstrate understanding. Improving listening skills can contribute to increased clarity in communication