More than half of employers say they don't have an “effective listening strategy” to determine what exactly their workers need and want. Only 24 percent of employers at present urge employees to ...

After 25 years of coaching leaders, I’ve learned that the most effective ones know when to stop talking and start listening.

The difference between being one of the best leaders or one of the worst boils down to listening. Here's what managers should ...

The ability to communicate proactively is one of the most beneficial skills a leader or entrepreneur can have in the world of business. A significant element in the process of communication is the ...

Listening carefully when someone speaks to you can help you communicate more effectively. Listening requires concentration, which can be developed into a habit with effort and practice. Because ...

It’s year-end for many businesses, and most engage in a dreaded ritual between managers and employees: the performance evaluation! Now some can be quite elaborate, with multiple statements, rating ...

Research has shown a strong link between listening skills and leadership qualities, indicating that good listening skills improve interpersonal relationships and trust. Empirical research indicates ...

In high-stakes situations, like when you’re asking your boss for a raise, paying attention to what’s not being said can make all the difference. “Forensic listening is the art of finding and listening ...

If you're trying to improve your listening skills or impress upon the speaker that they have your undivided attention it's better to err on the side of stillness. Photo by The U.S. Army. It's easy to ...

Active listening is necessary to a successful blind date. It’s also critical to good social media encounters. Think back to your own dating experiences. What was the worst blind date you ever had?