Are You Listening? - Webinar (12/14/23)

Have you ever been guilty of “not listening” (who, me??), even when you are right there in front of the speaker, looking them in the eye? Communication experts say that 42% to 57% of our time communicating is spent listening – or maybe we should say “hearing,” since we all can be adept at hearing without listening!

Even in this day of emailing, instant messaging, texting, and online chats, we still need to “listen” to be able to communicate effectively.

In this session, we’ll discuss your preferred listening style – and the listening styles of others. Do you know somebody who shows signs of impatience when you are sharing important details? Perhaps they have a different preferred listening style than you do. You’ll discover why preferred listening styles might change and how you can become more aware of your own style so that you can adapt that style to whoever is speaking.

We’ll also look closely at how you can become a more effective listener – and improve your life! We’ll come up with at least 20 tips you can use to help you use this power skill to ensure that you are really listening to those around you.

And do you know the biggest puzzle about listening? No? Come to this webinar and find out!!

Virtual Trainer: Linda Bruno

Linda has been developing and conducting training workshops for libraries for more than fifteen years. Her favorite thing to do is to help people become their best selves! That’s why she offers workshops on topics ranging from Leadership Skills to Emotional Intelligence – and lots of areas in between.

This is an online class. Access information will be emailed one week ahead.

Cost: NEFLIN classes are free of charge for Florida library staff. Registration is required for all classes and NEFLIN members get priority.

This project was funded either under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act from the Institute of Museum and Library Services or the Library Cooperative Grant program. Florida’s LSTA and LCG programs are administered by the Department of State’s Division of Library and Information Services.

For FY2022-23, the total state and federal budgets for NEFLIN's programs are $688,109. 42% of the total costs ($288,109) are supported by federal funds, and 58% of this program ($400,000) is supported by state funds.