[ Layout and positioning for Interview Listening Tips ]
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| Listening is a talent that does not come naturally to everyone. The ability to listen effectively must often be learned and does require extra effort on your part. But the results will be well worth the time.
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Write down key points
(without overdoing it) |
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Ask for clarification if
you aren't sure what was asked |
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Use comfortable eye
contact |
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Ask open questions |
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Don’t interrupt |
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Focus on what the
interviewer is saying, not on how you will respond |
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Don’t change the
subject |
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Control your emotions |
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Respond nonverbally |
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Listen for emotional
content |
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Mentally review while you
listen |
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Keep an open mind |
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"Listen" for
non-verbal |
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Paraphrase |
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