Active Listening and Feedback Techniques
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What is the primary purpose of paraphrasing in active listening?

  • To express the meaning using different words (correct)
  • To ask the speaker to clarify their feelings
  • To summarize the conversation in detail
  • To provide your opinion on the topic discussed

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of clarifying in active listening?

  • Encouraging the speaker to elaborate
  • Identifying anything unclear
  • Gaining a deeper understanding of feelings (correct)
  • Ensuring accuracy in understanding what was said

What is the main effect of reflecting in a conversation?

  • To demonstrate superior knowledge on the topic
  • To summarize the entire conversation
  • To show understanding of the speaker's feelings (correct)
  • To deliver feedback to the speaker

When should active listening techniques be employed during a conversation?

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Why is it important to use 'feeling words' in the reflecting process?

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Which of the following exemplifies a clarifying question?

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What type of roadblocks might hinder good listening?

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What is the purpose of the Hamburger Method in providing feedback?

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Which of the following is classified as a hygiene factor that can lead to employee dissatisfaction?

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What is the primary outcome of focusing solely on hygiene factors in an organization?

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What does the 'Soft' part of the Hamburger Method suggest you do first when giving feedback?

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Which of the following is NOT a roadblock to effective listening?

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In Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, which need must be fulfilled before an individual can pursue esteem needs?

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According to Maslow's theory, what are physiological needs?

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In Herzberg's Two-Factor Theory, what do 'Hygiene Factors' relate to?

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What psychological phenomenon is illustrated by the changes in employee productivity due to work conditions?

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What should you replace words like 'but' and 'however' with in the Hamburger Method?

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At what level of Maslow's hierarchy is self-actualization found?

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What is one of the main functions of the observer role in active listening simulation?

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Which of the following is NOT an intrinsic motivator according to Herzberg?

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Which of the following techniques is categorized under 'Fixing' in barriers to good listening?

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What is a common issue associated with the 'Interrupting' barrier to listening?

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What principle does the Hawthorne Effect highlight regarding employee motivation?

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What is the purpose of the 'Hard' part in the Hamburger Method?

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What is the primary purpose of summarizing in a conversation?

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Which of the following is NOT an effective active listening tip?

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What is a primary component of Active Listening?

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Which of the following is NOT a tip for effective Active Listening?

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What is considered the most important aspect of active listening?

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How do strong feelings generally compare to frustration, according to the content?

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Which of these phrases can effectively be used to summarize a conversation?

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Which behavior should be avoided in Active Listening?

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Why is it important to manage your own emotions while listening?

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What should a listener avoid doing to maintain effective communication?

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What is the major consequence of allowing emotions to control rationality?

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Which aspect of communication is crucial for building trust?

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Which of the following statements reflects a misunderstanding of active listening?

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What is a common misconception about summarizing in a listening context?

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What does it mean to actively listen according to the principles discussed?

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Why might some individuals struggle to admit they are angry?

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What does the Hawthorne Effect suggest about employee behavior?

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Which component of Vroom's Expectancy Theory refers to the belief that effort will lead to performance?

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What happens to motivation if one of the components in Vroom's model is zero?

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In Attribution Theory, what does 'Locus of Control' refer to?

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Which aspect of Attribution Theory assesses the changeability of a cause over time?

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What is the correct formula for calculating motivation according to Vroom's Expectancy Theory?

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According to Attribution Theory, what does 'Controllability' assess?

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How should managers utilize Vroom's Expectancy Theory to motivate their teams?

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Which of the following best identifies the purpose of the 'Soft' part in the Hamburger Method for providing feedback?

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Which barrier to effective listening involves altering the conversation's direction?

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In Hertzberg's Two-Factor Theory, which category do 'Hygiene Factors' fall into?

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Which of the following factors is considered a hygiene factor that can lead to employee dissatisfaction?

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Which of the following statements is true regarding the 'Hard' feedback in the Hamburger Method?

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What must be fulfilled before an individual can advance to self-actualization needs according to Maslow's hierarchy?

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What is a common misconception about the 'Evaluating' barrier in listening?

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Which of the following roles is focused on observing and providing feedback during active listening simulations?

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Which intrinsic factor, according to Herzberg, actively enhances job satisfaction?

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Which behavioral barrier might prevent a speaker from communicating effectively during a conversation?

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During the Hawthorne studies, what aspect was primarily examined to determine its effect on productivity?

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Which of these concepts describes the psychological phenomenon where individuals change their behavior when they know they are being observed?

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In the context of effective listening, what does 'Changing the subject' typically indicate?

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According to Herzberg, what is the main result of merely addressing hygiene factors in an organization?

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Which level of Maslow's hierarchy involves the desire for interpersonal relationships and affection?

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In Herzberg's Two-Factor Theory, what do 'motivators' specifically promote?

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What is a sign that the emotions are controlling rationality?

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Which of the following behaviors should be avoided in active listening?

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What role does pacing play in effective communication?

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What is emphasized as crucial for building trust in conversations?

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Why might some individuals be reluctant to admit feelings of anger?

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Which aspect of active listening is highlighted as the most important?

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What is a common misconception about feelings during active listening?

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In Vroom's Expectancy Theory, what does 'Instrumentality' refer to?

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Which component of Vroom's Expectancy Theory addresses the significance of the expected outcomes?

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What aspect does 'Stability' in Attribution Theory measure?

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If one of the components in Vroom's Expectancy Theory is zero, what will happen to overall motivation?

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In Attribution Theory, what does 'Locus of Control' denote?

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How should managers enhance motivation according to Vroom's Expectancy Theory?

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Which dimension of Attribution Theory evaluates whether the cause of an event can be influenced by the individual?

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What impact does attributing success to internal, stable, and controllable factors have on an individual?

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Which aspect is NOT emphasized when practicing active listening?

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What is one of the key benefits of summarizing in a conversation?

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What is the purpose of reflecting during active listening?

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Which of the following behaviors should be avoided to enhance active listening?

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What is the most important aspect of active listening?

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What is a common misconception regarding active listening?

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Which of the following questions qualifies as a clarifying question?

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What should you do when a speaker is sharing their feelings?

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What should active listeners avoid during interactions to maintain effectiveness?

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Which of the following is a 'do' for effective active listening?

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What is a common pitfall when managing your emotions during a conversation?

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In what domain is understanding attribution patterns particularly valuable?

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What should you avoid doing when trying to connect with a speaker's feelings?

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What is the significance of feelings in active listening?

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Which of the following phrases can be used effectively when summarizing what you've heard?

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What is the main objective of summarizing in a conversation?

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Which behavior is crucial to demonstrate effective active listening?

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Which of the following techniques is essential for building trust during communication?

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What should a listener avoid to foster a productive listening environment?

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Which of these statements reflects a misunderstanding of how to apply feelings in active listening?

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Which behavior is suggested during active listening to enhance understanding?

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What is typically a common misconception about effective communication?

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What approach is advisable for managing emotions to ensure effective communication?

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Which of the following accurately describes motivators according to Herzberg's theory?

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In Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, which need ranks above love and belongingness needs?

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What was the primary aim of the research conducted during the Hawthorne studies?

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Which of the following best describes the consequences of only addressing hygiene factors within an organization?

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At what level of Maslow's hierarchy do individuals seek to fulfill their potential and achieve personal growth?

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What does the Hawthorne Effect imply about employee responses to changes in their working environment?

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Which of the following needs must be fulfilled first in Maslow's hierarchy?

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Which of the following is a key element that enhances true motivation in the workplace?

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Attributing success to which type of factors is likely to enhance self-esteem and motivation?

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What is a key characteristic of active listening that differentiates it from simply hearing?

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Which behavior is discouraged during the active listening process?

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What outcome does the Hawthorne Effect primarily suggest about employee behavior?

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What is the main purpose of a clarifying question in the context of active listening?

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Which component of Vroom's Expectancy Theory emphasizes the value an individual places on expected rewards?

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Under Attribution Theory, which dimension assesses whether a cause is beyond an individual's control?

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How does reflecting differ from paraphrasing in the communication process?

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Which of the following techniques is considered essential for developing trust in active listening?

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What is the formula for calculating motivation according to Vroom's Expectancy Theory?

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What is indicated by high likelihood of promotion for individuals skilled in active listening?

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In the context of Attribution Theory, what does the term 'Locus of Control' define?

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What factor does Attribution Theory assess in terms of determining success or failure?

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How can managers effectively utilize Vroom's Expectancy Theory to enhance employee motivation?

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Which aspect of Vroom's Expectancy Theory indicates that if any component is zero, overall motivation will also be zero?

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What key insight does Attribution Theory provide with respect to understanding behavior?

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Which of the following is a component of Herzberg's Two-Factor Theory that typically does not lead to job satisfaction?

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What effect might 'Fixing' have on a speaker during a conversation?

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In the Hamburger Method, what is a key strategy when transitioning to constructive feedback?

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Which behavior is likely to obstruct effective listening according to common barriers?

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Which of the following best characterizes a 'Hygiene Factor' in the workplace?

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When implementing active listening techniques, which roadblock should be consciously avoided?

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What component of Vroom's Expectancy Theory is least likely to influence motivation if perceived to be unattainable?

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In the active listening simulation, which role primarily focuses on observing without interjecting opinions?

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What is the primary reason for avoiding the 'Fixing' approach in active listening?

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Which of the following statements accurately describes a consequence of saying 'But' in communication?

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When faced with an angry speaker, which strategy should not be employed?

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Which of the following best describes the role of the observer in active listening?

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What does looking upward to the left indicate in Narrow Linguistic Programming?

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What is a core principle of the 'Diverting' barrier as it relates to active listening?

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In the context of giving feedback, what is recommended regarding the number of points to discuss?

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What does the term 'urgency' primarily refer to in active listening contexts according to the content?

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Paraphrasing

Restating information using different words, to more concisely reflect what was said.

Clarifying

Asking the speaker to explain something unclear or checking understanding.

Reflecting

Relaying back the speaker's feelings about something.

Active Listening Techniques

Skills used to fully engage and demonstrate understanding during conversation. Includes paraphrasing, clarifying, and reflecting.

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Paraphrasing Example

Expressing the speaker's idea in a manner easier to understand.

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Clarifying Example

Providing a prompt or question to invite the speaker to provide detail.

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Reflecting Example

Trying to understand the speaker's feelings surrounding the conversation.

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Active Listening Essentials

The core fundamentals crucial for effective active listening, including paraphrasing, clarifying, and reflecting.

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Summarizing key ideas

Identifying, connecting, and integrating the most important ideas and feelings expressed by a speaker.

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Active listening

Paying close attention to the speaker, both verbally and non-verbally to understand their perspective.

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Open-ended questions

Questions that encourage detailed responses and deeper understanding from the speaker.

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Importance of feelings in listening

Acknowledging and understanding the speaker's emotions is crucial for effective communication and trust building.

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Avoiding biases in listening

Recognizing and managing personal biases to ensure objective understanding of the speaker's views.

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Identifying speaker's priorities

Determining the most important issues or information from the speaker's perspective.

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Emotional mirroring

Responding to the speaker's feelings with empathy, creating a sense of understanding and connection.

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Active listening tips (do's)

Strategies like listening more, asking thoughtful questions, and paying attention to both content and emotions, in order to listen effectively

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Hygiene Factors

Factors that prevent dissatisfaction but don't motivate. These are external to work, like salary, policies, and security.

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Motivators

Factors that enhance job satisfaction and motivation. They're intrinsic, like recognition, responsibility, and the nature of work itself.

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Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs

A pyramid of human needs, starting with basic needs (food, safety) and progressing to self-actualization (fulfilling potential). Each level needs to be met before moving up.

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Physiological Needs

The most basic needs for survival, like food, water, shelter, and sleep.

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Safety Needs

Needs related to security and protection from harm, both physical and emotional.

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Love and Belongingness Needs

The need for social connection, feeling loved, and belonging to a group.

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Esteem Needs

Needs related to self-esteem, feeling competent, and being respected by others.

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Self-Actualization Needs

The highest level of needs, involving personal growth, fulfilling potential, and achieving something meaningful.

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Hawthorne Effect

The phenomenon where people change their behavior when they know they are being observed.

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Expectancy Theory

A theory explaining how individuals decide which behaviors to pursue based on their beliefs about effort, performance, and rewards.

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What are the components of Expectancy Theory?

There are three key components: Expectancy (effort leads to performance), Instrumentality (performance leads to rewards), and Valence (value placed on rewards).

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How is motivation calculated in Expectancy Theory?

Motivation is the product of Expectancy, Instrumentality, and Valence. If any component is zero, the overall motivation will be zero.

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Attribution Theory

A framework that explains how people interpret the causes of their own and others' behaviors.

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What are the dimensions of Attribution Theory?

Weiner's Attribution Theory identifies three dimensions: Locus of Control (internal vs. external), Stability (stable vs. unstable), and Controllability (controllable vs. uncontrollable).

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Locus of Control

Attribution Theory's dimension that determines whether the cause of an event is internal (within the individual) or external (outside factors).

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Stability

Attribution Theory's dimension that assesses whether the cause is stable (unchanging over time) or unstable (variable).

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Motivation Factors

Aspects of the work itself that can lead to increased motivation and job satisfaction. These are the elements that make people feel fulfilled and excited about their work.

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Herzberg's Two-Factor Theory

A theory suggesting that job satisfaction and dissatisfaction are influenced by separate factors. Hygiene factors prevent dissatisfaction, while motivation factors lead to satisfaction.

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Active Listening: Paraphrasing

Restating what the speaker said in your own words to make sure you understood correctly.

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Active Listening: Clarifying

Asking questions to make sure you understand the speaker's meaning and address any unclear points.

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Active Listening: Reflecting

Expressing the speaker's feelings and emotions to show empathy and understanding.

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Active Listening Simulation

A role-playing exercise where participants take turns playing the roles of the client, coach, and observer. The goal is to practice and improve active listening skills in a safe and controlled environment.

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Hamburger Method for Giving Feedback

A structured approach to giving feedback, consisting of positive statements (soft), constructive feedback (hard), and more positive statements (soft). It resembles a hamburger with positive statements as the buns and constructive feedback as the meat.

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Active Listening: Summarizing

Restating the key points and ideas from the speaker's message to ensure understanding.

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Active Listening: Open-Ended Questions

Asking questions that encourage detailed answers and deeper exploration of the speaker's thoughts and feelings.

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Active Listening: Biases

Recognizing and managing your own preconceived notions and opinions to ensure objective understanding of the speaker's perspective.

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Active Listening: Emotional Mirroring

Reflecting and responding to the speaker's emotions with empathy, building connection and understanding.

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Active Listening: Pacing

Adjusting your communication style to match the speaker's pace, creating a sense of rapport and connection.

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Active Listening: Don't!

A list of behaviors to avoid during active listening, such as interrupting, dominating the conversation, and showing impatience.

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Active Listening: Importance of Feelings

Recognizing and understanding emotions expressed by the speaker is crucial for establishing trust and effective communication.

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Active Listening: Level of Communication

Reaching a higher level of connection with someone requires understanding their emotions and building trust through active listening.

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Summarizing

Restating the main points and ideas of what someone has said in a concise way.

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Why is feeling important in listening?

Understanding someone's feelings helps build trust and makes them feel heard and understood, leading to stronger communication.

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What prevents effective listening?

Behaviors like interrupting, dominating the conversation, and showing impatience.

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Roadblocks to Good Listening

Behaviors that hinder effective communication and understanding. They include interrupting, diverting the conversation, evaluating the speaker, and focusing on your own agenda.

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Hamburger Method for Feedback

A structured approach for giving feedback consisting of positive comments (soft), constructive feedback (hard), and more positive comments (soft).

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Effective Feedback

Giving feedback that is constructive, respectful, and helpful. It aims to improve performance without being overly critical.

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What is Effective Communication?

Communication that is clear, concise, and respectful, resulting in understanding and shared meaning between the sender and receiver. It's about getting your message across clearly and building trust.

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Maslow's Hierarchy

A pyramid of human needs, starting with basic needs (food, safety) and progressing to self-actualization (fulfilling potential). Each level needs to be met before moving up.

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Love & Belonging Needs

The need for social connection, feeling loved, and belonging to a group.

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Internal vs. External Locus of Control

Whether the cause of an event is due to internal factors (within the person) or external factors (outside influences).

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Stable vs. Unstable Causes

Whether the cause of an event is consistent (stable) or fluctuates (unstable).

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Controllable vs. Uncontrollable Factors

Whether the cause of an event is something a person has control over (controllable) or not (uncontrollable).

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Controllability

This dimension of Attribution Theory evaluates whether the cause is under the individual's influence (Controllable) or beyond their control (Uncontrollable).

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Pacing in Active Listening

Matching the speaker's communication style, including their pace of speech and physical movements, to create a sense of rapport and build connection.

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Why are feelings important in active listening?

Understanding someone's feelings helps build trust and makes them feel heard and understood. It leads to deeper connection and stronger communication.

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What are some roadblocks to effective listening?

Behaviors that hinder communication and understanding, like interrupting, dominating the conversation, dismissing their views, or getting distracted.

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What is the most important part of active listening?

Pacing, mirroring, and understanding the feelings of the person you're listening to, creates a genuine connection and builds trust.

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Summarizing in Active Listening

Restating the key points and ideas from the speaker's message in a concise way to demonstrate understanding and confirm shared meaning.

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What are roadblocks to good listening?

Behaviors that hinder effective communication and understanding, such as interrupting, changing the subject, focusing on your own agenda, and evaluating the speaker's thoughts.

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Internal Attribution

An internal attribution happens when someone believes they are responsible for an event, even if it's positive or negative, because it came from inside them.

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External Attribution

An external attribution occurs when someone blames external factors for an event, saying it wasn't their fault, like blaming traffic for being late.

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Stable Attribution

A stable attribution means the cause of an event is consistent and unchanging, like always having bad luck or always being a good cook.

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Unstable Attribution

An unstable attribution suggests the cause of an event is temporary and can vary, like having a bad day or feeling lucky.

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Controllable Attribution

A controllable attribution means a person believes they can influence the cause of the event, like choosing to study hard for a test.

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Uncontrollable Attribution

An uncontrollable attribution identifies a cause beyond your control, like a sudden storm causing a delay, something you couldn't have stopped.

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Active Listening: What's the most important part?

In active listening, the most crucial aspect is understanding and acknowledging the speaker's feelings. This builds trust and deepens the connection.

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What stops us from reaching our goal?

A roadblock is an obstacle that prevents us from achieving our objective.

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Evaluating in Active Listening

Making judgments, praising, criticizing, or offering opinions about what the speaker is saying.

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Diverting in Active Listening

Changing the subject or trying to reassure the speaker that everything will be okay.

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Interruption in Active Listening

Interrupting the speaker with comments or questions, not allowing them to finish their thoughts.

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Trigger Words

Words that can evoke strong feelings or reactions in people.

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Narrow Linguistic Programming

Eye movements that reveal what a person is thinking or doing. Looking upward to the left means memorizing, downward to the left means disinterest, and upward to the right indicates future thinking.

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Easygoing Agreeable

A communication style where you give direction while offering two alternatives to make people feel included.

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Study Notes

Leadership: Session 7

  • The session covers active listening and motivation skills

  • Components of active listening include paraphrasing, clarifying, reflecting, summarizing, and road blocks to good listening. Techniques like "feeling words" and the hamburger method for feedback are also discussed.

  • Active listening simulations and motivation theories complete the session.

Session 6: Active Listening and Motivation Skills

  • Active listening techniques such as paraphrasing, clarifying, reflecting, summarizing, roadblocks to good listening, and tips are explained, along with emotional response terminology.

  • Includes a feedback method called the hamburger method

  • Listening simulation and relevant motivation theories are also considered in the session.

The 4 Good Active Listening Basics

  • Listening skills begin with understanding the whole message.

  • Avoiding judgment is a key component of listening and creating a supportive environment.

  • Being understanding and supportive also falls under the basics of active listening.

  • Developing the desire to listen is another significant element.

Paraphrasing

  • Paraphrasing restates information using different words to reflect the speaker's message more concisely.

  • This practice helps demonstrate understanding of the speaker's message and encourages continued communication.

Why Do Paraphrasing?

  • Paraphrasing assesses understanding of the speaker's message.

  • It allows the speaker to focus on their thoughts and see that the listener is trying to understand their message and perceptions.

Paraphrasing Examples

  • Examples like “Sounds like you are saying…” and “If I am hearing you correctly…” are shown, highlighting the process.

Clarifying: How To Do It

  • The speaker is encouraged to elaborate on any unclear aspects of their statements.

Clarifying: Why?

  • Clarifying allows for greater understanding and verification.

  • It provides the speaker with a chance to clarify and expand on their claims.

Clarifying Examples

  • Examples like "I'm not sure I quite understand;" and "Can you say more about...?" are displayed.

Reflecting: How To Do It

  • Reflecting involves restating what the speaker said to show that their feelings are understood.

Reflecting: Why Do It?

  • Reflecting deepens understanding of both feelings and content.

  • It allows the speaker to see that the listener understands their message and perceptions.

Reflecting Examples

  • Examples of reflecting statements like "I get the sense..." and "To me..." demonstrating the practice of active listening.

Summarizing: How To Do It

  • Summarizing involves identifying, connecting, and integrating key ideas and feelings from the speaker's message.

  • Active listening methods help foster empathy and deeper connections during communication.

Summarizing: Why Do It?

  • Summarizing helps both the listener and the speaker ensure understanding of the core message.

  • The listener can gather and present what is most important to the speaker.

Summarizing Examples

  • Examples given show various ways of giving and receiving a summarized version of a speaker's message.

Tips for Active Listening: Do's

  • A list of active listening dos is presented, including tips such as listening more, allowing the speaker to finish, asking open-ended questions, and remaining attentive.

Tips for Active Listening: Don'ts

  • The list of do's includes a few Don'ts such as being bored during the conversation, interrupting, finishing sentences, jumping to conclusions, blaming, becoming argumentative.

What is the Most Important Part of Active Listening?

  • Pacing or mirroring the feelings of the speaker is highlighted as a pivotal element in active listening.

  • Understanding a person's feelings is important to truly connect with them.

Feeling Words

  • A list of various feeling words is provided to demonstrate understanding of the range of possible emotional responses during communication, creating a broader emotional intelligence vocabulary for better understanding.

Roadblocks to Good Listening

  • A list of roadblocks, such as diverting, evaluating, and interrupting, is provided to help identify and avoid these common problems in active listening.

Giving Feedback: Hamburger Method

  • The hamburger method for providing feedback involves starting with positive remarks, making a smooth transition, and finally offering constructive criticism.

Active Listening Simulation

  • The structure of an active listening simulation is described, involving roles and durations for optimal participation.

Motivation Theories:

  • 5 motivation theories to increase productivity and their different components are discussed. Key theory details include Herzberg's Two-Factor Theory components (Hygiene and Motivator factors); Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs (Physiological, Safety, Love and Belonging, Esteem, and Self-Actualization). Hawthorne Effect (the impact of awareness of observation on behavior); Expectancy Theory (Expectancy, Instrumentality, and Valence); Attribution Theory (Locus of Control, Stability, and Controllability).

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This quiz explores essential concepts related to active listening, including paraphrasing, reflecting, and clarifying. Additionally, it assesses understanding of feedback methods like the Hamburger Method and how they relate to workplace satisfaction and Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs. Test your knowledge on effective communication strategies and barriers to listening.

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