THE ED MYLETT SHOW

12 Powerful Listening Hacks to Instantly Build Deeper Connections

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Aug 23, 2025
Guest
John Maxwell
Guest
Brad Lea
Brad Lea, an entrepreneur and sales expert, teams up with John Maxwell, a renowned leadership authority, to discuss the transformative power of listening. They explore how active listening can enhance leadership skills and deepen connections in both personal and professional relationships. Brad shares techniques from sales that emphasize empathy, while John highlights the role of listening in leading impactful movements. Together, they unveil profound strategies to improve communication and emotional understanding, turning listening from a soft skill into a superpower.
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ANECDOTE

Three-Hour Flight That Exposed Poor Listening

  • Ed describes a three-hour flight where a guest talked only about himself and never asked questions.
  • The experience left Ed liking the guest less and highlighted how talking without listening repels people.
ADVICE

Ask For Clarification To Show You Listened

  • Ask for understanding after someone speaks: say, "So what I'm hearing is..." to confirm you listened.
  • This clarifies meaning and shows deep attention to the speaker.
ADVICE

Use Body Language To Signal Attention

  • Make eye contact, match facial expression to the topic, and avoid looking at your phone.
  • Use body language like leaning in and nodding to signal genuine attention.
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