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Becoming a Coaching Leader

Nathan Magnuson

Active Listening. Active listening requires some of the most discipline of any skill there is – but the dividends are enormous. Quite simply, active listening seeks simply to understand the situation and delaying the need to formulate a response or craft a solution. Asking Questions. Clarifying Ideas.

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November 2020 Leadership Development Carnival

Lead Change Blog

Jon explains: “ Of all the skills leaders need to be successful, active listening may be the most overlooked and underrated. Active listening has become even more vital during the global pandemic, as many organizations work in a remote environment. Find Jon on Twitter at @jonlokhorst. .

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It Pay's to be Likeable

Coaching Tip

Remember that listening is a lifetime activity and that we all can continuously improve this essential skill. Take at least a half hour every month to get completely silent in a meeting and practice active listening. More Self-Coaching Books in ebook or paperback editions: .

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Show Employees You Care and Get the Business Results You Seek

leaderCommunicator

Ask them how their weekend went – and demonstrate active listening. If so, download our Leadership Toolbox eBook today!' Remember their birthdays: Consider putting these dates in your calendar as a reminder. Interact with them as people, not just your employees: Say hi. Say thank you and share specific appreciative feedback.

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In Case You Missed It: Best Leadership & Communication Posts of the Week

leaderCommunicator

Of ensuring that we actively listen to what those around us are saying, and sometimes what they’re not saying…. Download our Leadership Toolbox eBook, today!' How Do You Show Up As A Leader In Your Organization? What were some of the top leadership articles you read this week? David Grossman. _. Want more on leadership?

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Guide Conversations to Action with GROW

Nathan Magnuson

This is where your active listening skills come in handy. Receive his new ebook Trusted Leadership Advisor by subscribing to his website or follow him on Twitter. (Isn’t that what problems are?) Options – What could you do? At this point, the temptation will be to step in and provide explicit direction.

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Guide Others to Action with GROW

Nathan Magnuson

This is where your active listening skills come in handy. Receive his new ebook Trusted Leadership Advisor by subscribing to his website or follow him on Twitter. (Isn’t that what problems are?) Options – What could you do? At this point, the temptation will be to step in and provide explicit direction.

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