Be a Phenomenal Listener

The one skill we use everyday, in every interaction, with every person, is listening Listening is the foundation of all effective communication Because of this, it may be one of the most important skills we ever practice. But how many of us actually take the time to learn about and improve our listening skills? Our listening skills can always improve. And for the sake of our relationships, our listening skills need to improve. We tend to take listening for granted. Because it just happens automatically. Without any effort. But effortless listening is not real listening. Listening is both an art and a science. In order to become a phenomenal listener, you must study listening and you must practice listening. Why should you care to be a phenomenal listener? Phenomenal listeners are admired because they make people feel like they're understood. Phenomenal listeners connect with people. They make people feel like they're important. As a result, phenomenal listeners have more friends, are admired, perform better at work, and get better grades in school. Listening makes all aspects of our lives better. Be A Phenomenal Listener takes you through the entire listening process. First, it defines for you the different types of listening, so you can know which type of listening to use depending on your situation. Next, the book goes over why listing is so important, and how great listening skills can make your life better. The primary part of the book then discusses how to be a phenomenal listener, giving you specific tips and tactics to use to improve your listening. From emotions to feel in the middle of a conversation to using body language, the reader gains actionable information across all aspects of listening. Next, the book goes over possible hindrances to listening, and why you may not be listening well. This is to help you identify and fix behaviors that are preventing you from being a phenomenal listener. The book concludes with strategies on how to put yourself in the right frame of mind to be a great listener. Through learning about and practicing better listening, you will have better relationships with others and a better relationship with yourself. This book will help you achieve that.