Having effective listening skills not only help you to show interest in the topic being discussed but also to comprehend the information provided. In today’s society, being able to communicate effectively is considered as a caliber of an individual which could only be attained through the effective listening skill. Although the ability to speak effectively is a highly valued skill, improving listening skills will help every individual to go a step higher.
Listening is considered as important as speaking. Being a good listener aids to bring solution to the problems, and avoid conflicts,as well as improves relationships. Effective listening helps in eradicating errors, wasting time. It increases the accuracy in speaking. Effective listening contributes to the career development.
MAINTAIN AN EYE CONTACT
Conversing with someone who looks around will not help us continue our conversation.For instance, western people consider eye contact to be the best start to build an effective communication. several reasons might stop us from having an eye contact, but we can overcome this through mere practice.
USE POSITIVE BODY LANGUAGE
To show that we are engaged, one should nod,smile or make other gestures which is one of the important skills to be adopted to enhance our listening skills. Folding arms show that we disapprove or being defensive. It also means that we are unwilling to accept their strand. Pick an appropriate gesture to be professional. As mentioned, nod, smile and be attentive.
LISTEN TO WHAT IS BEING SAID
Not only nodding and smiling is enough. Being engaged is essential. Do not be thinking about the answer in your mind or what you plan to have for lunch. Engaging yourself in the conversation will make it clear that you respect the speaker.
WAIT FOR PAUSES
If you would like to ask a question, do not interrupt. wait for the pause to begin the conversation or comment. wait for the person to finish the conversation.
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