By listening actively, a professional at any stage of their career can maintain conducive relationships with their peers, supervisors, and network connections. Human relationships are based on mutual benefit, and a person is more likely to be receptive only when they are heard. Thus, by being a good listener, one establishes and nourishes an active communication channel for exchange of ideas. An effective communication process enhances productivity, for all parties get a chance to express themselves, and the best solutions to any issue can be mutually negotiated. Active listening when practised in one’s personal life, creates a harmonious home environment and can become a blueprint to a happy life.

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