Book summary of a| 60 second leadership| Chapter 14| Bookodidact

Hello, reader, 🙋 Today's chapter is about the value of listening. Let's get started.

14. Stop Talking!

Book summary of a 60 second leadership

When you talk, you are only repeating what you already know. But if you listen, you may learn something new - Dalai Lama

People talk too much!! And on top of that, they ask very little. And when they do ask, its usually a setup for them to talk more.

We can all relate to what the author is saying. We can see that both in our personal and professional life.

If we analyze and be aware of ourself we do these often. Many times we fall under the same category.

Stephen Covey nailed it in his quote

"Most people do not listen with the intent to understand, they listen with the intent to reply" 

Key Lesson:- Listen with your eyes while you talk I.e. be aware of the interest level of people. Ask questions. Learn from them.

Conclusion:- Be the listener, not the talker. Leave people wanting more, not wanting out. Listeners is the one who shows value and people move to where they feel valued.