Explain what it means to have a "desire to listen"?

What will be an ideal response?


Your attitude will determine, in part, your listening effectiveness. Good listeners begin by assuming that each speech might benefit them.You may also have the opportunity to offer helpful suggestions to speakers. Listen carefully so that you can help them improve. If you have a genuine desire to listen to a speaker, you will understand and remember more.

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Creativity just happens

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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Karl felt lost in his astrophysics class. Although he wrote down everything his instructor said, the terminology was totally new to him. None of the concepts related to anything he had ever experienced before. In addition, much of the instruction was based on equations and symbols that he didn't recognize. Which listening stage is Karl having trouble with?

A. selecting B. attending C. understanding D. responding

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All government employees are regarded as public officials.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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The first step in introducing yourself to someone is to ___________

a. ask a question b. state your full name c. make eye contact d. extend your hand

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