THE ED MYLETT SHOW

12 Powerful Listening Hacks to Instantly Build Deeper Connections

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Aug 23, 2025
Guest
John Maxwell
Guest
Brad Lea
Brad Lea, an entrepreneur and sales expert, teams up with John Maxwell, a renowned leadership authority, to discuss the transformative power of listening. They explore how active listening can enhance leadership skills and deepen connections in both personal and professional relationships. Brad shares techniques from sales that emphasize empathy, while John highlights the role of listening in leading impactful movements. Together, they unveil profound strategies to improve communication and emotional understanding, turning listening from a soft skill into a superpower.
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Repeat Back Then Acknowledge To Close

  • Repeat back what you heard using phrases like "This is what I've heard" to confirm understanding.
  • Finish with an acknowledgement statement to post-frame and solidify the connection.
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Follow Up To Extend The Listening

  • Follow up after meetings with a short text that repeats what you heard and thanks them.
  • This shows you continued listening and deepens the relationship beyond the interaction.
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Use Mirroring To Open Conversations

  • Use the "mirror": repeat the last 1–3 words someone said to open them up quickly.
  • This simple technique proves you heard them and often prompts fuller responses.
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