Listening Leaders Archived Edition

February 18, 2009

LISTENING LEADER LAZER LESSONS

HOW TO GIVE YOUR BRAIN A MASSAGE

A former Prime Minister of Australia, the Hon Paul J Keating, would often return to his official residence after a stressful day in the Parliament and relax by listening to music. He would use headphones and spend time LISTENING to the music rather than just HEARING it. The "music appreciation area" of the brain is located in the right hemisphere. If this important area of the brain is damaged as a result of injury or stroke then people can listen to music but it means nothing to them. Try to take some time this week to listen to music. Give your complete attention to the music and listen creatively so that you can enjoy it at many levels. Massage your brain with the rhythm of the music. If you play a musical instrument then you will know that it is virtually impossible to play music and think of other things at the same time. When Albert Einstein was struggling to solve a problem he would often take time out with his violin. This "musical diversion" would give his brain a break and he would frequently return with the answer or at least some new insights.

LISTENING LEADER LAZER LESSON: Take the time to listen appreciatively.

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TO LISTEN, LEAD & SUCCEED

By Dr. Lyman K. Steil
& Dr. Richard K. Bommelje

Publisher: Beaver’s Pond Press
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A pioneering book that directly connects listening with leadership.Based on more than 50 collective years of work with listening leaders throughout the world, Dr. Steil and Dr. Bommelje have created 10 practical, proven, and priceless rules to enhance everyone's listening and leadership success. Although outstanding leaders are outstanding listeners, most leaders have neglected the development of their listening attitudes, skills and knowledge.

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