FOLLOW THE LEADERS Trevor A. Williams Region III Communications Zone Advisor 2015 Regional Leadership Conference.

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FOLLOW THE LEADERS Trevor A. Williams Region III Communications Zone Advisor 2015 Regional Leadership Conference

Topics to Discuss Using Effective Listening Methods Discuss Barriers of Effective Communication Recognizing Non-verbal signals Keeping Your Stress in Check All, while having some fun!!!! SYNERGISTIC LEADERSHIP: STRENGTHENING OUR FOUNDATION THROUGH COLLABORATION

The Act of Listening The act of listening is not the same as hearing When someone is communicating with you, they want to feel like they’re talking to you, rather than at you Learn how to become an empathetic, attentive, and active listener with the listening skills exercises SYNERGISTIC LEADERSHIP: STRENGTHENING OUR FOUNDATION THROUGH COLLABORATION

Selective Listening Selective listening is the act of hearing and interpreting only parts of a message that seem relevant to you, while ignoring or devaluing the rest. Often, selective listeners will form arguments before they’ve heard the full story, making them not only poor listeners, but poor speakers too! SYNERGISTIC LEADERSHIP: STRENGTHENING OUR FOUNDATION THROUGH COLLABORATION

SELECTIVE LISTENING EXERCISE SYNERGISTIC LEADERSHIP: STRENGTHENING OUR FOUNDATION THROUGH COLLABORATION

Focus fully on the speaker –His or her body language, tone of voice, and other nonverbal cues. –Tone of voice conveys emotion –Limit all distractions both speaker and listener, i.e. thinking about other things, checking text messages, or doodling Favor your right ear –The left side of the brain contains the primary processing centers for both speech comprehension and emotions –Try keeping your posture straight, your chin down, and tilting your right ear towards the speaker Avoid interrupting or trying to redirect the conversation to your concerns… –by saying something like, “If you think that’s bad, let me tell you what happened to me.” –Listening is not the same as waiting for your turn to talk. SYNERGISTIC LEADERSHIP: STRENGTHENING OUR FOUNDATION THROUGH COLLABORATION Become an Engaged Listener

Show your interest in what’s being said –Nod occasionally, smile at the person, and make sure your posture is open and inviting. –Encourage the speaker to continue with small verbal comments like “yes” or “uh huh.” Try to set aside judgment –You don’t have to like them or agree with their ideas, values, or opinions. –Withhold blame and criticism in order to fully understand a person. –The most difficult communication, when successfully executed, can lead to the most unlikely and profound connection with someone. Provide feedback –"What I'm hearing is," or "Sounds like you are saying," are great ways to reflect back. –Ask questions to clarify certain points: "What do you mean when you say," or "Is this what you mean?" SYNERGISTIC LEADERSHIP: STRENGTHENING OUR FOUNDATION THROUGH COLLABORATION Become an Engaged Listener

A GAME OF TELEPHONE EXERCISE SYNERGISTIC LEADERSHIP: STRENGTHENING OUR FOUNDATION THROUGH COLLABORATION

Group Storytelling A good listener should be able to view a discussion as a whole, and not just its most immediate parts. They “seek first to understand, then to be understood”. SYNERGISTIC LEADERSHIP: STRENGTHENING OUR FOUNDATION THROUGH COLLABORATION

GROUP STORYTELLING EXERCISE SYNERGISTIC LEADERSHIP: STRENGTHENING OUR FOUNDATION THROUGH COLLABORATION

Stress and out-of-control emotion –When you’re stressed or emotionally overwhelmed, you’re more likely to misread other people and lapse into unhealthy knee-jerk patterns of behavior. –Take a moment to calm down before continuing a conversation. Lack of focus –You can’t communicate effectively when you’re multitasking. –You need to stay focused on the moment-to-moment experience. Inconsistent body language –Nonverbal communication should reinforce what is being said, not contradict it. Negative body language –If you disagree with or dislike what’s being said, you may use negative body language to rebuff the other person’s message For example, crossing your arms, avoiding eye contact, or tapping your feet. –To communicate effectively without making the other person defensive, it’s important to avoid sending negative signals. SYNERGISTIC LEADERSHIP: STRENGTHENING OUR FOUNDATION THROUGH COLLABORATION Barriers to Effective Communication

SYNERGISTIC LEADERSHIP: STRENGTHENING OUR FOUNDATION THROUGH COLLABORATION Miscommunication Example

Be aware of individual differences. –People from different countries and cultures tend to use different nonverbal communication gestures –It’s important to take age, culture, religion, gender, and emotional state into account when reading body language signals. An American teen, a grieving widow, and an Asian businessman, for example, are likely to use nonverbal signals differently. Look at nonverbal communication signals as a group. –Don’t read too much into a single gesture or nonverbal cue. –Consider all of the nonverbal signals you receive, from eye contact to tone of voice to body language. SYNERGISTIC LEADERSHIP: STRENGTHENING OUR FOUNDATION THROUGH COLLABORATION Pay Attention to Nonverbal Signals

Use nonverbal signals that match up with your words –Nonverbal communication should reinforce what is being said, not contradict it. –If you say one thing, but your body language says something else, your listener will likely feel you’re being dishonest. Adjust your nonverbal signals according to the context –The tone of your voice, for example, should be different when you’re addressing a child than when you’re addressing a group of adults. –Similarly, take into account the emotional state and cultural background of the person you’re interacting with. Use body language to convey positive feelings… –…even when you're not actually experiencing them. –If you’re nervous about a situation you can use positive body language to signal confidence, even though you’re not feeling it. SYNERGISTIC LEADERSHIP: STRENGTHENING OUR FOUNDATION THROUGH COLLABORATION Pay Attention to Nonverbal Signals

Recognize when you’re becoming stressed –Are your muscles or your stomach tight and/or sore? Are your hands clenched? Is your breath shallow? Are you "forgetting" to breathe? Take a moment to calm down… –…before deciding to continue a conversation or postpone it. Bring your senses to the rescue –The best way to rapidly and reliably relieve stress is through the senses: sight, sound, touch, taste, and smell. –But each person responds differently to sensory input, so you need to SYNERGISTIC LEADERSHIP: STRENGTHENING OUR FOUNDATION THROUGH COLLABORATION Keep Stress in Check

Look for humor in the situation –When used appropriately, humor is a great way to relieve stress when communicating. –When you or those around you start taking things too seriously, find a way to lighten the mood by sharing a joke or amusing story. Be willing to compromise. –If you realize that the other person cares much more about something than you do, compromise may be easier for you and a good investment in the future of the relationship. Agree to disagree –If necessary, take time away from the situation so everyone can calm down. –Physical movement or finding a quiet place to regain your balance can quickly reduce stress. SYNERGISTIC LEADERSHIP: STRENGTHENING OUR FOUNDATION THROUGH COLLABORATION Keep Stress in Check

THANK YOU!!! Trevor A. Williams Region III Communications Zone Advisor 2015 Regional Leadership Conference

Be an Engaged Listener –Seek first to understand, then to be understood SYNERGISTIC LEADERSHIP: STRENGTHENING OUR FOUNDATION THROUGH COLLABORATION RECAP

SYNERGISTIC LEADERSHIP: STRENGTHENING OUR FOUNDATION THROUGH COLLABORATION

Use stalling tactics –to give yourself time to think. Have a question repeated, or ask for clarification of a statement before responding. Pause to collect your thoughts. –Silence isn’t necessarily a bad thing—pausing can make you seem more in control than rushing your response. Make one point –and provide an example or supporting piece of information. If your response is too long or you waffle about a number of points, you risk losing the listener’s interest. Follow one point with an example and then gauge the listener’s reaction to tell if you should make a second point. Deliver your words clearly. –In many cases, how you say something can be as important as what you say. Speak clearly, maintain an even tone, and make eye contact. Keep your body language relaxed and open. Wrap up with a summary –and then stop. Summarize your response and then stop talking, even if it leaves a silence in the room. You don’t have to fill the silence by continuing to talk. SYNERGISTIC LEADERSHIP: STRENGTHENING OUR FOUNDATION THROUGH COLLABORATION Keep stress in check

Value yourself and your opinions. –They are as important as anyone else’s. Know your needs and wants. –Learn to express them without infringing on the rights of others. Express negative thoughts –in a positive way. It’s OK to be angry, but you must be respectful as well. Receive feedback positively. –Accept compliments graciously, learn from your mistakes, ask for help when needed. Learn to say “no.” –Know your limits and don’t let others take advantage of you. Look for alternatives so everyone feels good about the outcome. SYNERGISTIC LEADERSHIP: STRENGTHENING OUR FOUNDATION THROUGH COLLABORATION Assert yourself