This blog post explores summer’s joys and challenges and offers coping strategies like mindfulness and setting realistic goals, advocating for a balanced approach to enjoying and navigating the season’s complexities.
Katherine Edmonson explores the significance of nonverbal cues in remote work. Sharing a personal story, she highlights how gestures and expressions reveal true emotions, often more than words. She advocates for aligning verbal and nonverbal communication to enhance understanding and connection in professional interactions, emphasizing emotional awareness and empathy.
In a discussion rich with personal anecdotes and refreshers from Our Community Listens, Adam Salgat and Kat Edmondson, explore the nuanced dynamics of managing emotions in confrontations. They delve into…
In our 100th episode of the Listen First Podcast, Leanne Van Beek joins me to reflect on the podcast’s growth since 2018. We discuss how the podcast began supporting alumni, the human connections behind the data, and the power of real-life testimonials.
Leanne also shares some surprising thoughts on the…
In this post, Kat explores strategies to address problems: accept, adjust, or confront. She advocates for confrontation, detailing how to craft an effective message using the FBI (Feelings, Behavior, Impact) framework.
This blog post explores the continued relevance of Robert Putnam’s book “Bowling Alone,” which highlights the increasing isolation and loneliness in our society due to factors like urbanization, technology, and social media. It underscores the importance of fostering authentic relationships both in personal life and at the workplace, emphasizing that a supportive work culture can significantly impact an individual’s health. The post also encourages readers to reflect on their communication patterns and recognize the subtle ways people seek connections, stressing that understanding these ‘bids for connection’ can enhance relationships and combat loneliness.
In today’s digital age, interpreting nonverbal communication can often be tricky. Many people, even in professional settings, often convey some non-verbal cues through emojis…
Kat, a self-proclaimed chronic interrupter, shares her journey of becoming aware of her interruptions and how they affected her ability to truly listen. She discusses the four commitments of listening: giving time and heart, showing genuine interest, and responding with empathy.
As the clock ticks down to a brand-new year, it’s that perfect time when we sit down and pen our resolutions for the approaching year. As Listens alumni, you’re already familiar with the four key commitments that empower us to truly listen to others. It’s our sincere hope that ‘listening’ features prominently in your 2024 resolutions or at least serves as a valuable tool to help you achieve your goals. Rest assured, we’re right there beside you on this journey. This blog post is dedicated to THEM – The Four Commitments, offering a chance to revisit, reengage, and reaffirm these essential interpersonal skills.
