The Power of Listening

Discover the transformative power of listening in this 16-minute TEDxSanDiego talk by William Ury, cofounder of Harvard's Program on Negotiation. Explore how genuine listening forms the essential, often overlooked half of communication through candid stories of conversations with presidents and business leaders. Learn impactful lessons on understanding the power of an open human mind and join the listening revolution. Uncover why listening is crucial, how to practice genuine listening, what lies behind words, reasons for widespread lack of listening, and the potential impact of teaching listening skills. Gain insights from Ury's extensive experience as a negotiation expert, bestselling author, and consultant to Fortune 500 companies and the White House.

Intro
Why listen
Genuine listening
Whats behind the words
Why isnt everyone listening
What if we taught listening