YOUR BUSINESS AUTHORITY

Springfield, MO

Log in Subscribe

The Most Important Skills for Business People
Mike Coonrod, sbjLive Producer

The Most Important Skills for Businesspeople

Posted online

“You need to listen to the conversation in its entirety and give that person one hundred percent of your attention, and when you do, you’re having a sincere conversation,” says Bruce Nasby, President of Global Advisory Associates. “I think a listener is always considered the best communicator around.” Nasby says we often take this skill for granted. We think we’re listening, but are actually thinking about what to say next, our selling point or overcoming an objection. He also says you have to have empathy for your coworkers. Be understanding to your people.

Duration: 1:30

Comments

No comments on this story |
Please log in to add your comment
Editors' Pick
From the Ground Up: Republic Intermediate School

The Republic School District is on track to open its Intermediate School for fifth- and sixth-grade students for the 2025-26 academic year.

Most Read
Update cookies preferences