Hi everyone! Good to have you guys around. Soo..what are we going to talk today? Well, today I am going to give you tips on how to listen effectively.
I am sure all of you knows how to listen. Of course. Aren't we blessed with a pair of ears? But 'Listening' that I meant here is critical listening, where you are not only listening, but you are thinking and analyzing what have you listened to, as well.
Many people have failed to realize the importance of critical listening. It is important because you don't want to lose information that you have heard, do you? It is also important in order for you to make the best decision in certain situation. So, how to listen critically? It is very simple and applicable. I am sure all of you can do it in a few simple steps.
1) Focus - Look at the speaker intently. It will help you to understand and remember what have been said. People talk not only verbally, but using body language as well. By looking at the speaker, you can focus better, and understand better.
2) Understand - Try to make yourself understand on the topic that is discussed. If you have some doubt or feeling that you are starting misunderstand the information, asks the speaker to repeat. Always keep yourself clear on the topic.
3) Take notes. This is perhaps the most important tips of all. Take notes on what have you listened to. Not only you will have reference later, you are also forcing both of your brain sides to participate in listening,- which make it better to remember.
4) Repeat. Lastly, try to repeat what you have heard. Not all, OF COURSE, but make summary of what you have listened previously. This will help you to understand and analyze the information you've heard.
Like I said before, it is easy to listen critically. It is also good in terms of improving your memory. With a few practice, you can see the difference.
Bye for now!
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