Active Listening

"Did you see how Jacinta was able to calmly reflect back what the CFO said almost exactly? That was some amazing active listening she did in the meeting today."

Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

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