| 25 May 2010
My coaching sessions with clients last week seemed to have a common theme. A few clients noticed my listening skills, and how I was able to listen to what they said and listen for what they did not say. I also made connections to things shared early on in the coaching session and things that came up more recently. What makes me able to listen and connect with my clients in a way they are unaccustomed to in other relationships? A clue is, you can find the answer within the word LISTEN. It's SILENT.
Yes, being silent, not just with my mouth, but with my mind, gives my listening skills Super-Powers! Often when we are conversing with family members or friends, our minds are racing with thoughts of what to say next, what we need to go off and do, and when we can move on. I do that too!
But, when coaching a client, I am privileged to be in the state of silent-open-mind. Try being in that space and it will be true gift that you give to your loved one and to yourself. Let me know how you like it!