Comments on: Empathy Before Solutions Part 3

By: Steve

Steve — Sun, 29 Nov 2009 04:53:03 +0000

Hi,
Nice thread/blog on empathy.
I found this looking for an explanation on the 7% rule of total communication while trying to explain why posts I do on forums are so lengthy.
Though, I’m now starting to wonder after a few politely stated admonitions if I need some different perspective.
I know that I can explain my points really well, but most are dismissed without being examined. Most folks respond that they’re too lengthy.

By: Empathy and Asking the Right Questions - Personal Development for Smart People Forums

Sun, 12 Nov 2006 10:57:24 +0000

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By: Sales Intensity

Sales Intensity — Sun, 24 Sep 2006 07:04:05 +0000

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By: Communication Skills for Bloggers

Communication Skills for Bloggers — Sun, 17 Sep 2006 02:05:17 +0000

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By: Scott Young

Scott Young — Thu, 27 Apr 2006 19:17:37 +0000

Great points on listening. Listening is a critical skill for anyone, and it can apply to just about any context, from business to reading.