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For the sake of employee engagement and retention, learning how to actively listen has become a mandatory skill for leaders. And yet very few MBA's include classes on how to effectively listen. Now there is a resource for leaders. https://lnkd.in/enxRKbU4

It's not just about HOW you listen. It's about how you RESPOND. A 2020 Qualtrics study found that?92% of employees believe it’s important?that their company listens to feedback—but just 7% said their company then acts on feedback well. However, engagement among workers whose companies acted on feedback?more than doubled. If you wan tto learn more about effective lsitening and how it can improve your employee engagement: https://lnkd.in/gYRdKqxQ

REVIEW CONTEST: Have you read "Listening without Agenda" yet? I want to hear from YOU! ?? The eBook is on sale thru March 7th - only $2.99 on Amazon! Here’s how to enter: 1?? Leave a review of "Listening without Agenda" on Amazon, bookshop.org or anywhere. 2?? Screenshot your review and send it to me. (Email or DM) 3?? You’re entered to win a FREE Signed Copy of the book! ?? Bonus: The most insightful review gets a special shoutout! Contest ends March 7th, 2025—so grab your copy, share your thoughts, and let’s elevate the way we listen!

*Improvisation and Tolerance Uncertainty: A Study* A few years ago, the University of Michigan and Stony Brook University did a series of studies looking at the effects of improvisational interventions. Their findings were powerful: “Improvisation engages creativity and idea discovery through collaboration, enhances mood, and increases comfort with uncertain (unscripted) social interactions.” Have we ever lived in more #uncertain times? Our improvisational workshops help individuals and teams find more effective ways to collaborate?and as a bonus, it makes us happier, too. Give us a shout: https://lnkd.in/eHc9CUdY?

I got a review!!!!! WOW. So happy. If you have read the book, and are willing to write a review - please do!!!! #ListenwithoutAgenda #ImprovMindset This book addresses the common pitfalls we all face when it comes to truly listening. https://lnkd.in/dQi-NNAY

The company I work for, The Ariel Group, just published a great article about my book! Thank you Ariel! https://lnkd.in/gNsJsy9S

It arrived! And it's an odd feeling holding the book in your hand. A certain joy of knowing you did something. And the hope that it can help people. Available now! Listening without Agenda: Practical Steps for Effective Listening?https://a.co/d/72nU4wB #listenwithoutagenda #improvmindset

What’s the Most Impactful Thing You Learned in 2024? Many leaders name the importance of thoughtful listening and fostering strong, supportive relationships. How do you do that? Find out this week! #ListenwithoutAgenda #ImprovMindset https://lnkd.in/gzfuGbve

Actively Listen to Empower Teams Creating an environment where team members feel heard and valued is fundamental to engagement.? According to Culture Amp, confidence in company leadership is the most influential factor in employee engagement. Empathetic listening, regular check-ins, and transparent communication can build the trust needed to drive engagement. How do you practice? Coming next week! #ListenwithoutAgenda #improvmindset https://lnkd.in/e5VY2TkR

When you focus on listening, you are building trust. You are showing care, being respectful, not judging, acknowledging and listening to understand. It all starts with how you listen. #listenwithoutagenda #improvmindset https://lnkd.in/geDZrYYS