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Today, we're diving into one of the most overlooked but powerful skills a leader can develop—active listening. Too often, leadership gets reduced to vision, charisma, or strategy, but the truth is this: if you can't listen, you can't lead.

Joining me today is Eric, and we break down:

✅ Why active listening builds more trust than any strategy or title

✅ The difference between "hearing to respond" vs. "listening to understand"

✅ How great leaders create presence, curiosity, clarity, and empathy

✅ Why listening is a leadership advantage in business, parenting, marriage, and sales

✅ Practical tips to become a better listener starting today

We also talk about leadership at home, the power of giving people space to process, and how something as simple as putting your phone down at lunch can transform relationships.

🔥 CHALLENGE: This week, practice listening 80% of the time and talking just 20%. You'll be amazed how much trust, influence, and opportunity grows from being fully present.

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