“The best way to persuade others is with your ears, by listening to them.” – Dean Rusk, Former US secretary of State
Listening is…
the ultimate mark of respect.
the basis for collaboration.
the heart and soul of engagement, kindness, and thoughtfulness.
the basis for true partnership and community.
the core of cross-functional communication.
the bedrock of joint ventures that last.
“Never miss a good chance to shut up.” – Will Rogers
“Be more interested AND less interesting!” Can’t recall where (from whom) I got that saying.
I love the last line. So simple, yet so thru…
I try to remind myself everyday that God gave me two ears and one mouth.