Who’s Listening: How to Listen Effectively People talk but are we listening? Decisions are made and problems are solved through effectively listening. What you learn may change your life. A basic human need is to understand and be understood. Good listening skills help us understand the other person’s point of view. This helps us make better decisions. Learn how to: • Ignore distractions • Summarize • Listen with empathy • Judge whether a speaker is presenting fact or opinions • Inspire openness and • Build trust Date: Saturday, October 30, 2010 Time: 9:00 – 10:30 A.M. Location: Normandy United Methodist Church 8000 Natural Bridge Rd. (across from UMSL), St. Louis, MO 6121. “Success Communication Series: How to Listen Effectively” is a module of Toastmaster International’s Success/Leadership Series. Our presenter, Ms. Lora Mather has more than fifteen years of experience in working with people and achieving goals. She has directed organizational restructuring; presented workshops that helped teams reach optimal performance; and facilitated groups with a desire to change. She combines her business training and government work experience to give participants new ways to build trust to help participants maximize their efforts. Participants in Lora’s workshops give her the highest praise. “Lora enjoys learning, listening and teaching. She will listen, encourage and motivate you to become the best you that you can.” This workshop is provided as a community service by the Plus Factor Toastmaster Club. It is free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be served. RSPV to John Murphy, The Plus Factor Toastmaster Club – 314.707.0073 Call today! PS: If you want to come to that meeting and need a ride, tell John when you call and we'll get it worked out.If you'd like to learn more about Toastmasters, tune into this week's Books And Beyond over www.ACBRadio.org on the mainstream channel. _______________________________________________ ATI (Adaptive Technology Inc.) A special interest affiliate of the Missouri Council of the Blind http://moblind.org/membership/affiliates/adaptive_technology
