Soulful Listening: Unleashing Potential and Transforming Relationships in Business | S5E9

In this insightful episode of Growing Your Business with People, host Jeff Lackey sits down with the esteemed Terri Lonowski to explore the transformative power of soulful listening within both personal and professional contexts. The conversation reveals that this profound level of communication can significantly impact employee engagement and organizational growth. Get ready to dive deep into the nuances of effective listening and discover how it can unlock the full potential of individuals and businesses alike.

Terri Lonowski shares her profound experiences with soulful listening, highlighting its importance in making genuine connections and empowering others. The episode weaves personal narratives with actionable strategies within the workplace, showcasing how empathetic engagement can lead to innovation, high morale, and superior performance. Listeners will gain a comprehensive understanding of the five pillars of soulful listening and receive practical advice on applying these principles to nurture a culture of respect and productivity.

Learn more about Terri and Soulful Listening: https://soulfullistening.com/

We invite you check out Terri's book mentioned in the podcast. “The Gifts of Pain”  is now an Amazon Best Selling book.

Find the book here: https://a.co/d/5oCFwaM

Key Takeaways:

• Self-care is fundamental to high-quality communication, allowing for greater presence and emotional availability in conversations.
• Becoming fully present is essential to truly engage with and understand others, setting aside distractions to focus on the interaction at hand.
• Quantum listening involves tuning in with every sense and beyond, picking up on nuances that words and body language alone may not convey.
• Taking inspired action based on what is heard demonstrates a commitment to the conversation and respect for the speaker's input.
• The feedback loop is crucial to close the communication chain, ensuring that speakers are aware that their contributions have been acknowledged and acted upon.

Special thanks to all those who encouraged me to do this podcast, with a special thanks to my son Jeffrey who challenged/inspired me to do this podcast, Vinnie and Emmett who have helped to post and promote it, and Aubrey who has provided me with good, constructive feedback along the way! Love, Dad