Workshop Overview:
This immersive workshop is designed to help participants enhance their ability to truly listen — not just to respond, but to understand. Through a combination of practical exercises, reflection, and actionable strategies, participants will gain the skills to listen actively and empathetically, fostering deeper connections in both professional and personal settings.
Participants Will Learn:
- Overcoming Common Listening Barriers: Identify and address the mental and emotional blocks that prevent effective listening.
- The Window and the Mirror: Develop self-awareness by understanding how internal dialogues influence how we listen to others.
- Reading Between the Words: Learn to interpret tone, body language, and silence to uncover the unspoken messages.
- The Power of Presence: Discover how to stay fully present in conversations, minimizing distractions and assumptions.
- Asking the Right Questions: Use reflective and clarifying questions to deepen understanding and demonstrate genuine interest.
- Handling Difficult Conversations: Apply techniques to navigate emotionally charged discussions with empathy and clarity.
- Empathetic Listening: Practice techniques to listen without judgment, validating others’ experiences and perspectives.
- Listening in Sales and Leadership: Leverage effective listening to build trust, gain insights, and create value in sales and leadership roles.
Benefits:
- Stronger Relationships: Build authentic connections by making others feel heard and understood.
- Enhanced Problem Solving: Uncover underlying issues by listening beyond surface-level statements.
- Increased Sales and Influence: Improve client relationships and negotiation outcomes by responding to real, unspoken needs.
- Improved Team Dynamics: Foster collaboration and alignment by promoting a culture of active listening.
- Personal Growth: Develop greater self-awareness and emotional intelligence through mindful listening practices.
Formats:
- Half Day Workshop: Focused on core listening principles and foundational practice.
- Full Day Workshop: In-depth exploration with interactive roleplays, case studies, and personalized feedback.
Additional Support:
- Four Weekly Follow-Up Sessions: Reinforce learning with practical applications and peer discussions.
- Personal Listening Assessment: Gain insights into individual listening strengths and areas for growth.
- Graduation Ceremony: Celebrate progress and commitment to becoming a better listener.
Ready to Transform Your Listening Skills?
Contact us to explore how the “Are You Really Listening?” workshop can benefit your team and empower deeper, more effective communication.
Experience the difference that true listening can make. Reach out to Dennis Fox & Co. today!
