Listen "Ep. 58: How to Be Someone People Want to Talk To"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode of Silent Service, Will Diesel explores the art of conversation, emphasizing the importance of effective communication in building relationships. Drawing from a Substack article by Bella Dane, he outlines key pillars for engaging conversations, including talking less, letting others share their stories, asking better questions, and the significance of listening. Will encourages listeners to be present and deliberate in their interactions, highlighting that great conversations stem from genuine interest rather than the need to be interesting.Takeaways:The more you talk, the less people retain.People love to talk about themselves; let them.Real listening is rare and makes people feel valued.Ask questions that invite depth and connection.Get off autopilot and be genuine in your responses.Pausing before speaking shows care and thoughtfulness.Don't interrupt; let others finish their stories first.Listening is more laborious than speaking but more rewarding.Great conversations are about being interested, not interesting.Everyone wants to feel important; make them feel that way.Follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, iHeartRadio, or wherever you listen to your favorite shows. New EpisodesEvery Wednesday and Friday. Follow UsInstagram & TikTok: @silentsvcpod Hosted byMatt DiMauro & Will Diesel Support the ShowIf you enjoyed this episode, share it with a friend! We donate 100% of proceeds to charity.Got a cause you care about? Send a quick pitch to [email protected] — we’d love to hear your story.
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