Using Active Listening in Workplace Situations

Skillsoft issued completion badges are earned based on viewing the percentage required or receiving a passing score when assessment is required. Active listening skills are used by professionals in a wide range of occupations and industries to enhance their work. By being receptive and open to others, they’re able to elicit and understand other people’s thoughts, needs, or emotions, and then steer the conversation in an appropriate manner to a successful conclusion. In this course, you'll learn listening skills that can help in the workplace, and techniques for becoming an effective active listener. You’ll also discover techniques for dealing with emotionally-charged situations, and explore how to use listening skills to your benefit during common workplace situations such as sales pitches and negotiations.