In this episode of The Daily Lead, Tyson presents listening as a core leadership skill rather than a passive act of communication. The discussion explores how disciplined, attentive listening improves leaders’ access to contextual information, helps identify emerging risks early, and reinforces alignment around shared goals. Using a three-level listening framework—transactional, interpretive, and empathic—the episode shows that trust builds most effectively when leaders focus on meaning and emotional cues rather than just words. The episode ends with practical advice on reflective listening and urges listeners to critically assess whether their listening habits foster understanding or help them prepare responses.