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The Great Antidote

Bob Ewing on Communicating

Nov 17, 2023
Bob Ewing, founder of the Ewing School and writer of Talking Big Ideas, discusses the importance of communication, redefining status games, living a fulfilling life, steel manning arguments, the impact of AI, and the concept of changing minds.
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Quick takeaways

  • Effective communication involves actively listening and making others feel important, while focusing on non-zero-sum games where everyone wins.
  • Developing social skills, including public speaking and listening, will be crucial amidst technological advancements in the economy.

Deep dives

The Importance of Effective Communication and Listening

Effective communication and listening are crucial in human interactions and relationships. Bob Ewing, founder of the Ewing School, discusses how our default communication style often focuses on elevating our own status, but we can shift this by listening to others and making them feel important. By focusing on non-zero-sum games, where everyone wins, and actively listening and supporting others, we can improve our communication skills and create meaningful connections. Bob emphasizes the importance of understanding the audience, clarifying our message, and delivering it effectively, both in public speaking and everyday conversations.

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