Think Fast Talk Smart: Communication Techniques 57. Are You Listening?: How to Stay Open and Curious to Other People’s Ideas
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Apr 26, 2022 In this enlightening discussion, Kristin Hansen, an expert in management and executive director of Civic Health Project, shares insights into the art of active listening. She emphasizes the intrinsic worth of others' perspectives and the importance of open-mindedness. Conversations delve into civil discourse and its challenges in the U.S., shedding light on how to foster understanding in polarized environments. Hansen offers practical strategies for improving listening skills, vital for both personal connections and professional success.
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Virtual Communication Setup
- Ensure a strong network connection, good lighting, and use headphones with a mic for virtual communication.
- Treat virtual communication like a show, planning and coordinating timing and transitions.
Virtual Communication as a Show
- Planning virtual communication like a show frees you to be more authentic.
- Consider timing, speaker order, and transitions.
Kristin Hansen's Work on Civil Discourse
- Kristin Hansen pivoted from tech to address deteriorating civil discourse.
- She leads Civic Health Project and serves on the board of Listen First Project.
