When we think of characteristics of a strong leader, “great listener” typically isn’t one of the first skills to come to mind, but maybe it should be. Particularly in this Covid-19 era as leaders are ...

This most recent round of Community Conversations hosted by The Community Foundation once again demonstrated the power of ...

In an age punctuated by constant chatter and phone notifications, Japanese-American author Haru Yamada hopes to get people to do something radical: just to listen. For London-based Yamada, a ...

Years ago, as a young college student trying to learn the ropes and figure out my path in life, I found myself in the office of an older, very sage professor, seeking advice. I was contemplating ...

Imagine someone shares a charged, vulnerable story in a meeting and the room goes quiet. In that silence, where does your mind go? You might reach for warmth and attunement, affirming what you heard ...

We live in a world that seems to get busier and busier! Not only do we have our daily work tasks but we also have more meetings, longer commutes, and more interactions with more people in more ...

Navigational listening is the most powerful tool for influencing others and creating transformation—perhaps, at times, more powerful that speaking. This highest and most expansive form of listening ...

The skills of communication and listening may seem obvious, ordinary, or boring. Yet using the basic process of listening helps you connect well with others professionally and personally. In all ...

Active listening is arguably one of the most important set of skills a person must successfully employ while interacting with someone when there is something you are trying to achieve. This can ...