In this episode of The People Dividend Podcast, host Mike Horne speaks with Oscar Trimboli, a globally recognized expert on listening. They explore the critical role of listening in leadership, the five levels of listening, barriers to effective listening, and practical tips for enhancing listening skills. Oscar emphasizes the importance of understanding both what is said and what is unsaid, and how leaders can improve their listening to foster better communication and relationships within their teams and organizations.

Key Points:

• Deep listening is a crucial skill for leadership and connection, often overlooked but essential for improving relationships, teams, and organizations.

• Great leaders focus on what is not said, understanding that the first thing spoken is only a fraction of what someone thinks and means.

• Listening is not just about learning new skills but unlearning ingrained habits and filters shaped by cultural and personal experiences.

• The five levels of listening range from listening to oneself to listening for meaning, with each level helping leaders connect more deeply with their teams.

• Barriers to effective listening include assumptions about the difficulty of listening and focusing solely on what is said rather than how it is said.

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