If you don’t build your dream, someone else will hire you to help them build theirs.
– Dhirubhai Ambani
How to summarize what the other person said and then respond.
Listening Actively is not only a fundamental part of communication; it is also an important quality that shows you are positively engaged with your conversation partner by showing them they are being heard and are valued.
Phrases
| “I believe you’re saying that…” | “If I understand you correctly, you’re saying…” |
| “Do you mean that…” | “Are there other parts you’d like me to know about?” |
| “I’m sorry you’re going through that.” | “I can see that what they said upset you a lot.” |
| “Have you considered…” | “I’m interested to learn more about…” |
| “What I’m hearing is…” | “What led you to that conclusion?” |
Questions/ Hypothetical Situations
Ask and answer these questions with your teacher. Use the active listening phrases above as you respond.
- Describe a current project you have or a simple home project like making a sandwich.
- What Problem does your business solve?
- What is one thing you wish you had known before starting your current job?
- What’s your number one tip for combating distractions when working from home?
- Describe your proudest professional achievement Or a low moment in your Professional Career
- What skills did you develop early in your Career? What skills did you learn prior that you may have needed to refresh?
- How do you maintain a work-life balance? What do you think you could do to achieve that if you don’t?
- What don’t you like about your job/Career? What do you like about your job/Career?
- How do you handle the things you can’t control?
- Do you have a quote that motivates you? What does it mean to you?
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