Leadership Tip
Listening "Fore" the Cues
“Fore” is shouted on the golf course
when a ball is heading in our direction.
The gas light goes on when we are
about to run out of fuel.
A siren goes off when an emergency arises.
Warnings come in many forms.
When we listen, we understand them
and know how to respond.
It is the listening and responding part
that can be a challenge.
What if our clients, colleagues and partners
sent us warnings?
Often they do; we just do not hear them.
People will try to tell us things either
directly or indirectly.
Sometimes our busyness and inability to be present
get in the way. Other times it is our ego and
defensiveness that impairs our listening.
We miss the cue because we are defending
our position or making the other wrong.
True listening is letting the other be heard.
We listen for signs and understanding.
When we do not react immediately,
we are in a better position to respond appropriately.
We do not miss the cues.
So the next time someone is trying
to tell you something, step back and listen.
You can respond appropriately because
you will be "fore" warned.
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