Listening!

Listening versus hearing. All of us "hear" yet do we really "listen"? Where did you learn to listen? Did you take a class, or read a book, or go to a seminar. Maybe your parents told you to "listen" or else!!!!

Listening is an acquired skill, it can always be improved upon. Your ability to actively listen rather than just hearing is essential to your future accomplishments and personal growth. Listening is the act of listening and not preparing your next statement or question before the other person is done speaking. It does take practice to get good at it and the results are well worth the investment of your time. Listening will assist you in all aspects of your life.

When you are out connecting, interviewing and just plain communication pay attention and see if you are really listening.

If you want more help in building on your listening skill you may want to look into Toastmasters.