ACTIVE   LISTENING

Most of us are in understanding that Hearing and Listening are one and the same. But it’s not true. Hearing happens through ears but Listening happens trough both ears and mind. Hearing is the ability to sense the sounds, but Listening requires a conscious effort to interpret the sounds and concentration of mind.

Active Listening requires getting fully involved, paying all attention, applying mind, asking appropriate questions and if necessary not interrupting at inappropriate times and providing feedback to the speaker.

Advantages of Active Listening:-

• ·         Active Listening improves the harmony and teamwork among the workers and the colleagues. This enables an organization to attain its goals and objectives.
• ·         Active Listener can perform his/her job more efficiently and effectively. It enables him to secure more job opportunities, promotions and career growth.
• ·         An Active Listener is always aware of all news and developments within as well as outside the organization.
• ·         Active Listening reflects that listener respects the speaker. In turn, an active listener earns the respect of others also.