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2 simple ways to get people to listen when you speak, according to a Stanford communication expert

Ashton Jackson
22 April 2024
Archived
4 min
PME All levels

BLUF

Most professionals overestimate their listening skills, with 70% showing poor habits.

Summary

  1. Standing silently can command attention as it creates an awkward silence.
  2. Declarative statements asserting facts, situations, or beliefs may encourage others to talk.
READ: Two simple ways to get people to listen when you speak, according to a Stanford communication expert

References

  • Media Check: CNBC - Media Bias/Fact Check (MOSTLT FACTUAL)
  • COLLECTIONS/The Runway (airforce.gov.au)
  • RAAF RUNWAY: RATIONALE, GUIDELINES, LEARNING OUTCOMES, ETC
 

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