Next-Level Questions and Helping People Own Their Decisions

Published: Sept. 22, 2019, 1:10 a.m.

b'Josh, Bryce, and Jake discuss Monday\'s interview with Oscar Trimboli on the five levels of deep listening. Their discussion includes whether or not they listen well, some of the difficulties of deep listening, why we do not always ask the deeper level of questions, and what level of listening we use the most. They also discuss Oscar\'s point about the emphasis on using speaking to influence in the 20th century versus the need for listening as leaders in the 21st century.\\nKey Takeaways:\\n- Use listening as an opportunity to learn more about the person and not just what they\'re talking about.\\n- The concept of dadirri: life is communal, and we need to be involved this way to be good listeners.\\n- "Hydrate or die-drate"\\n- The three points to help with level 1 listening (listening to yourself): 1) Turn off your phone when entering into a conversation, 2) Take a few breathes to become present, 3) Drink a cup of water!\\n- Asking the follow-up questions.\\n- Listen to help people understanding themselves better so they can make better questions for themselves. This will lead to more empowered people and a more effective organization.'