The ROI of listening

You're sitting across from them, nodding along, asking the right questions. But inside your head, it's a different story.

A memory flashes by, a solution pops into your head, a judgment forms – all while they're still talking.

It happens to the best of us. You hear something that triggers a cascade of thoughts, pulling your attention away from the present moment.

You may think you're still following along, but your brain is playing catch-up. Each interruption, each mental detour, fractures your focus and chips away at the connection you're trying to build.

You miss the subtle cues, the emotional undercurrents, the unspoken needs.

You're not truly hearing what they're saying, and they know it.

Listening isn't just about being polite; it's about building trust, rapport, and deeper relationships. It's about unlocking insights and ideas that would otherwise remain hidden.

When you're fully present, you create an environment where others feel seen, heard, and valued. It's in this space that real breakthroughs happen, where trust is built, and where potential is unleashed.

What if instead of focusing on your own thoughts, you focused on truly hearing theirs? That's where the real magic happens.

Stop multitasking,

Start connecting.

Tony Anticole

Principal & Founder of Varna Group. My focus is the intersection of leadership and the science of motivation.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/tony-anticole-9385093/
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