Active listening

In this episode of How to Lead, Kate discusses the importance of active listening. She outlines the pitfalls of poor listening habits and offers actionable strategies for truly hearing and understanding team members. By mastering active listening, leaders can build trust, enhance psychological safety, and improve decision-making and team engagement.Episode Highlights00:00 Introduction to Active Listening00:38 Meet Linda the Bad Manager01:00 The Challenge of True Active Listening01:42 Why Listening Matters for Leaders02:01 Identifying Barriers to Listening02:46 Strategies for Effective Listening03:39 The Power of Reflective Listening05:22 The Impact of Mastering Active Listening06:30 Active Listening in Different Scenarios08:30 Conclusion and Key Takeaways09:03 Closing Remarks and ResourcesJOIN MY COMMUNITY: Subscribe HERE⁠⁠ if you’d like new podcast episodes delivered right to your inbox along with weekly tips, tools, and musings. Have you subscribed yet?It would mean so much to me if you would SUBSCRIBE, SHARE OR REVIEW the How to Lead podcast wherever you get your podcasts!Useful links:Free Resources and more information on Kate's coaching programmes Buy the "How to Lead" bookConnect with Kate on LinkedInFollow Kate on TikTokContact Kate