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tags: Week 7, H3, M11
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# Active listening
You just learnt about the different kinds of questions you can use and the power they can have but how do you know what to ask when?

**Before you can ask great questions, you need to learn how to actively listen.**

Listening is a conscious activity that requires attention. You need to *decide* to listen. Rather than thinking about whatt you're going to say and waiting to speak, you need to listen attentively to fully understand the other person.

Remember, there is no point in asking a question if you do not intend to carefully listen to the answer!

Effective active listening is a crucial prerequisite to asking great questions. After all, if you're not listening and understanding what the other person is saying, how are you going to ask relevant questions in return?

Here are some useful tips on how to apply active listening.

Enjoy!

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