Design and Remodel Council Monthly Meeting

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PRESENTATION DESCRIPTION
Listening -- it seems so simple. Yet, it’s estimated that the average person ignores, forgets, or misunderstands at least 75% of what he or she hears. Is it any wonder that mistakes occur, opportunities are missed, or that the “I’ll take care of it!” never happens? Most people are much better at hearing themselves talk than they are listening to what others say. Dr. Peter Drucker, the Father of
Modern Management, affirmed, “Of the major, basic competencies of a leader, the first is the willingness, ability and self-discipline to listen.” The value of listening is fundamental to effective leadership and team success.  
 
By the end of this highly interactive presentation, you will leave challenged to continue building on a foundation of 3 positive listening goals:

1. Awareness: raise your listening awareness in all areas of your life
2. Application: learn listening strategies, techniques and tips to help you continue to improve your listening skills
3. Action: develop concrete plans for translating the learning into action on your job and in your personal life 

 Rick Bommelje, Ed.D., CLP
 
Rick Bommelje has over 30 years of professional experience in the fields of leadership, listening, and adult education.  Rick is a Professor in the  Department of Communication at Rollins College in Winter Park, Florida.   The Princeton Review named Rick one of ‘The Best 300 Professors’ in the Nation.  He also is the past President of the International Listening Association and was inducted into the Listening Hall of Fame.    With a Master’s Degree in Management and a Doctorate in Educational Administration, and executive education at Harvard University and Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management, he specializes in the development of listening and leadership behaviors.
 
Rick has been serving professionals in organizations in the areas of listening and leadership development since l977. Over the years, his courses, seminars, workshops and coaching have benefited thousands of leaders from an impressive list of organizations
He co-authored the pioneering book Listening Leaders in 2004 and his latest book is titled, Listening Pays: Achieve Significance through the Power of Listening.