An ear displays the importance of active listening in construction

Why Listening to Listen (Not to Respond) Can Transform Your Business Relationships

Are you a good listener? It’s a skill many think they’ve already mastered. After all, listening seems simple— you just stay quiet and let the other person talk, right? 

 

That’s what I thought for years until I realized I wasn’t truly listening. I was just listening to respond, rather than listening to understand. 

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Zooming Out: The Key to Changing Your Perspective (and Your Life)

I used to get so frustrated with aggressive drivers— the ones who speed, cut you off, and weave between lanes. My mind would race through thoughts like, What’s wrong with them? Why are they being such a jerk? I’d feel my heart pounding and let the frustration linger for miles. 

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Emotional Intelligence in Construction

Construction sites can be intense environments. The work is highly technical, physically demanding, and even dangerous at times. When combined with tight deadlines and complex projects, the atmosphere can quickly become stressful.

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