Monday, September 17, 2007

Listening

Do we really listen? Do we really listen as “to pay attention; heed; obey’—as defined by the dictionary?
Or do we just hear—as in “to perceive by the ear “—also as defined by the dictionary.

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Posted by: David on 09/17 at 09:39 AM
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  1. One of the problems with listening vs. hearing is that people get caught up in what they think will or should be said. In an effort to proove our theories right, we often listen to what supports our hypothesis and merely hear what doesn't, dismissing those parts as mere fluff or nonsense. We use this technique to not only proove our ideas correct, but also to achieve individual aims and short-sighted decisions. Unfortunately this isn't limited to client relationships, but occurs in all avenues of business interaction.

    Posted by dawn moser  on  2007-09-17 16:51:31

  2. AH!! but then you are not really listening as defined by the above -- if you dont act on what you hear -- you have only heard...

    Posted by david sable  on  2007-09-17 17:02:46

  3. exactly!

    Posted by dawn moser  on  2007-09-17 18:15:49

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