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“People will feel safer around you and speak truthfully to you when they feel you are listening intently to them.” quote by Brian Koslow
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“People will feel safer around you and speak truthfully to you when they feel you are listening intently to them.”

Brian Koslow

About This Quote

Source Article: Listening Skills in Leadership, Brian Koslow, 2019

When people sense genuine listening, they feel safe and speak truthfully.

In simple terms: Listening builds trust and honesty.

Key Takeaway

Listen actively to earn trust.

Themes

communication trust leadership

Mood

empathetic calm

Type

leadership interpersonal

When to use this quote

  • team meetings
  • counseling sessions
  • customer service

Key Concepts

active listening empathy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you show you’re listening?
  • What barriers prevent you from listening fully?
A Different Perspective

Listening without judgment can be difficult.

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