How to Listen with Intention: The Foundation of True Connection, Communication, and Relationships (How to be More Likable and Charismatic)

Its like training to be a therapist! Excellent. Challenging. Informative

I am just reading this for the 2nd time as I loved it so much the 1st time and want to really assimilate the advice from it. I am a "conversational narcissist" and find it very difficult not to bring myself, my opinions etc into any conversations I have. Patrick King not only explains why this is natural, and therefore forgivable, but why it causes problems in everyday life which I really could relate to. It also explains my frustrations sometimes with my partner who often "switches off" when I am talking at (not to) him. Hopefully I can develop into a more empathic listener, it's work in progress!!!

This was a really interesting read. It's helpful in understanding what it means to truly listen and also highlights the challenges there are to doing this. I did think there were a couple of judgemental statements about people getting things wrong but the author dealt with this by acknowledging we are human and will get it wrong. Overall very informative.

This book is incredibly helpful. I am honestly applying everything I have learned and I saw the huge improvement in my connections and relationships .

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With every situation you get the chance to relate to what it feels to be part of a conversation, both as a talker and a listener. The examples are also very typical and relatable which makes you process the way you actually listen. I think it's carefully and simply written which makes it pleasant to read until the end. There's nothing out of the ordinary, but the flow of the book really creates a compelling case for why should you revisit your listening skills no matter how poor or outstanding you are at it. I absorbed in a few hours and even if I had plenty of distractions around, I got back to it because it did not require a serious strain of unnecessary attention. Overall, enjoyable and it fit quite well in the picture of today (had to design an interview question set to identify challenges within companies) Thanks a lot!

I like how he expresses his ideas, really well organize and all connected the book, helps me to improve and be more conscious about my listening skills, thank you

A very thought provoking book. Always new communication was not all about what was being spoken now im convinced. Excellent topic breakdown and coverage

The book gives you insight and really deep understanding on what listening is and how you can do it. I’ve been trying out the different strategies that are talked about, and I’ve been able to connect with people in ways I had never been able. Truly a life changing book

For me it was a great book. I had so many emotional problems and not listening problems. With this book I really understood why I did that and how I can change myself to be better. It has so many explanations and examples, so if you don't have listening skills, speaking skills and also "to be quiet" skills , then you need to read it! I recommend it. It was really good and helped my connections and validations about the people and how they interact with me. Thank you Patrick! 🤠🙏🏼

At first it was interesting. Then it started to drag a bit in the middle, and I felt like the ending was a repeat of ideas from the beginning. If it was my first book of this genre, I might have give it a four 🌟 but as someone who have read several books in this genre I was bored.

This is one of the best and most practical self help books I have read. If only I had read it while raising my two boys. For me it had the right balance of theory, practical help and examples illustrating these. Highly recommended.

I think it's a well written book, very easy to comprehend and understand. I certainly found areas where I lacked and could improve after reading this book. I don't think I have anything critical to say about it. Unfortunately for me, all the tools in the world are useless if I choose not to pick them up and use them when necessary.