All In The Mind The skills supercommunicators use, which you can learn too
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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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Communication Is A Learnable Skill
- Communication skills can be learned; charisma or personality isn't required.
- Even Pulitzer-winning journalists struggled until they understood essential communication skills.
Super Communicators' Questioning Style
- Super communicators ask 10 to 20 times more questions than average, often subtle ones.
- Their questions, laughter, and feedback signal genuine desire to connect and listen.
Match Conversation Types
- Identify the type of conversation (practical, emotional, social) and match the other person's frame.
- Matching improves communication by aligning intentions and helps avoid misunderstandings.