This episode delves into the critical role of listening, particularly in the context of debates and the competitive advantage provided to participants.

Sasan Kisravi explains the significance of preparation in debate, especially when preparing both sides of the argument.

When preparing both sides of an argument, you can discover and anticipate the counterpoints that will help you discover multiple approaches to the same issue.

The concept of "competitive listening" is emphasized, and it is important to understand an opponent's argument and analyze its impact on the judge and audience.

Note-taking is a crucial tool for effective listening, but there is a difference between traditional note-taking and a more strategic approach. The latter involves creating a visual map of arguments, identifying key points, and tracking the flow of the discussion.

This method allows listeners to maintain focus, identify unaddressed points, and ultimately gain a clearer understanding of the debate.

The conversation also touches on the psychological aspects of listening, highlighting the importance of motivation and purpose.

By understanding the nuances of effective listening, individuals can improve their communication skills, build stronger relationships, and achieve greater success at work.

• Listening is a competitive advantage: Effective Listening is crucial for success in debates and workplace communication.
• Preparation is key: Understanding both sides of an argument and anticipating counterpoints is essential for effective listening and responding.
• Note-taking is a strategic tool: Creating visual maps of arguments helps maintain focus, identify key points, and analyze the flow of the discussion.

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The importance of listening at Level II, which is three-dimensional

• hear,
• see,
• and sense

Noticing nonverbal cues and their congruence with their words is a vital skill toward becoming a deeper listener.

While these cues can be informative, it's crucial to interpret them accurately and consider the context.

During this episode we explore noticing

• the face,
• posture
• and breathing

As we delve into the world of nonverbal cues, we are guided by Susan Constantine, Robin Dreeke, Michael Grinder and Andre Agassi. These four perspectives will create a deeper understanding by noticing, baseline and interpreting a range of non-verbals

Finally, Agassi shares a secret about decoding Boris Becker's non-verbal signals which led to an eight-match winning streak in the 1990s.

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Insights from 33,519 people about what gets in their way of listening and practical tips about what will imrpove your listening.

An update on the fourth generation www.listeningquiz.com including;

1. 1. aggregate listening profiles for more than 10 people
   2. cross-industry benchmarking
   3. administration features to track progress of completion
   4. volume discounts for organizations
   5. volume discounts for accredited consultants

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