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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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Quick takeaways

  • 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.

Deep dives

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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