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Active Listening Tip
Grab a friend or colleague and ask that person to talk to you about anything for two minutes. Then, make an effort to repeat what was said to you. Begin by saying, "this is what I heard you say." End with, "is that what you said?"
Keep the exercise going until your friend says you got it right. For additional feedback, ask:
- did I give physical clues that I was listening? A nod, eye contact, etc.
- did I indicate through nonverbal cues that I disagreed with what was being said?
- did I repeat the message without adding my own opinion?
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Hi.
Over the last three months we have been talking about the five lessons I've learned in a lifetime. We're up to number four: Intimacy Isn't Just Victoria's Secret. Also, we'll give you some one-on-one coaching tips, and tell you who won copies of The Million Dollar Toolbox for participating in our survey. As an added bonus, Zipline readers looking for the perfect business gift can't go wrong with our
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Intimacy Isn't Just Victoria's Secret
What is it about some people that makes you want to open up to them, and with whom you feel really comfortable? These people, almost miraculously it seems, are able to develop an intimate bond with anyone. Think Oprah.
Although some people do have a natural affinity for creating intimacy with audiences, co-workers, friends and family, I believe it is something that can be learned. Our ESI course gets you started down the road to intimacy and our ESI-Advanced...A Progressive Step program focuses on some of the key tools you need to truly harness the power of intimacy.
Let's go back to Oprah, the queen of intimacy, to see how she does it.
Vulnerability is one key to building intimacy. Oprah, for example, will often tell some very personal anecdote that gives you a glimpse inside. By opening up this way, she has figuratively said, "I trust you." Extending this offer of trust makes her guest want to do the same. It's human nature.
Oprah really listens to her guests, and active listening is the foundation for creating intimacy. How does she exhibit that she is listening? She leans in toward the guest. She nods, smiles or otherwise acknowledges that she is hearing the guest.
She might restate a key point the guest has made to make it clear she understands the person's point of view. She withholds judgment, even if she doesn't agree with that point of view. All of this is done in order to rapidly establish rapport with her guests. She seems able to do this even with guests of whom she is asking tough questions.
Using intimacy is not just for TV personalities and public speakers. It is a tool that can improve a salesperson's business, an employee's relationships at work, and parents' communication efforts with their kids. You can develop the skills that allow you to create intimacy. It just takes a little practice and the willingness to really listen to what others have to say.
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One-On-One With Coach Anne Boyd Not long ago, a client asked for coaching prior to a major presentation at the Million Dollar Roundtable. That's the insurance industry's equivalent to the NFL Hall of Fame. I watched his presentation, which was very strong. But even strong performers benefit from a reminder of presentation skill basics.
I've noticed five key elements that are most often underutilized by virtually every speaker, even the good ones. Four of the five have nothing to do with content. Let me share them with you.
Great speakers use their faces. You can truly capture an audience by expressing your feelings through your face. Don't be afraid to show some emotion. When you have a real passion for your subject, the face shows it.
Connect with your audience with eye contact. Don't fixate on one or two people in the audience. Connect for a few seconds with someone and then move on to someone in another part of the audience. This becomes easier if you know your material inside out.
Grab and maintain control of the audience's attention by using vocal variety. A monotone presentation will put everyone to sleep. Vary the volume and pitch of your voice to create interest. If you have access to kids, try reading a children's book aloud to them for practice.
Bold, purposeful gestures not only put you in control, they put the audience at ease. Half-hearted gestures, fiddling with pencils or pocket change indicate your insecurity and this makes the audience uncomfortable. Using your hands from a position of power places you clearly in charge and adds color and character to the presentation.
Finally, weave stories into your presentation. The best communicators bring facts to life with stories about others or even their own personal experiences. Remember - and use - these five tips and you'll move from good to great.
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