All In The Mind
The skills supercommunicators use, which you can learn too
Feb 24, 2024
Discover the essential skills of supercommunicators, including asking deep questions and active listening. Explore the impact of hometown memories and multiculturalism. Navigate identity and insecurities with insights from a CIA agent's struggles. Learn effective communication strategies for understanding and connection, emphasizing genuine engagement for authentic conversations.
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- Super communicators ask more questions and show genuine interest in connecting with others.
- Matching conversational styles and asking 'why' questions facilitate understanding and bridge divides.
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Charles Duhigg's Communication Struggles and Realization
Charles Duhigg, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, faced challenges transitioning to a managerial role due to poor communication skills. He discovered his inability to connect with colleagues and manage effectively, leading him to delve deeper into communication practices. Through interactions with CIA recruiters and NASA psychologists, he identified 'Super Communicators,' individuals with learnable skills rather than innate traits.
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