287 One Easy Active Listening Skill Leaders Can Use for More Connection, Influence, and Better Conflict Resolution

Do you know how to use active listening to turn workplace conflicts into meaningful connections?

We’ve all been in tense conversations where emotions run high and communication breaks down. This episode teaches you a simple strategy for using active listening to transform conflict into connection and collaboration, improving your relationships at work and beyond.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How active listening helps others feel seen and heard.
• A simple, powerful tool to de-escalate tension in any conversation.
• Practical tips to apply this skill in low-stakes and high-stakes situations alike.

Listen now to discover how "Reflect to Connect" can elevate your leadership and build stronger relationships today!

Check out:

[01:31] - The Key to Transforming Conflict

Discover why "Reflect to Connect" is one of the most powerful communication tools for building trust and de-escalating tension.

[04:50] - The Science Behind Connection

Learn how acknowledging emotions can address the deeper undercurrents of workplace conflicts and foster better understanding.

[13:55] - The Ripple Effects of Reflecting

See how practicing "Reflect to Connect" reduces unnecessary conflicts and builds a workplace culture of empathy, trust, and psychological safety.

Leadership Without Using Your Soul podcast offers insightful discussions on leadership and management, focusing on essential communication skills, productivity, teamwork, delegation, and feedback to help leaders navigate various leadership styles, management styles, conflict resolution, time management, and active listening while addressing challenges like overwhelm, burnout, work-life balance, and problem-solving in both online and in-person teams, all aimed at cultivating human-centered leadership qualities that promote growth and success.

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