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Deep Listening - Impact beyond words - Oscar Trimboli

The Dramatic Listener Villain

Apr 4, 2022
Explore the struggles of separating oneself from conflict in conversations and the importance of understanding the speaker's needs.
03:10

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Quick takeaways

  • Asking 'What will make this a great conversation for you?' at the beginning improves listening by aligning with the speaker's needs.
  • Reflecting on shared stories helps the listener to avoid making the conversation all about oneself and promote a more meaningful interaction.

Deep dives

Technique for Separating Oneself from the Conversation

In this podcast episode, the speaker discusses a technique to help listeners separate themselves from the conversation in order to improve their listening skills. The speaker advises asking a simple question at the beginning of the conversation: 'What will make this a great conversation for you?' By understanding the other person's perspective and goals, the listener can better align their listening with the speaker's needs. Additionally, if the other person doesn't ask the same question, the listener should express what would make the conversation great for them. This approach allows for a clearer and more focused interaction, avoiding getting caught up in unnecessary conflict or distractions.

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