How to develop empathy
- Truly listen to people. Pay attention to their body language, tone of voice, emotions behind what they are saying to you, and to the context.
- Don't interrupt people. Don't dismiss their concerns offhand. Don't rush to give advice.
- Practice the "93 percent rule". Words account for only 7 percent of the total message that people receive. The other 93 percent of the message is contained in our tone of voice and body language.
- Use people's name. Also, remember the names of people's spouses and children.
- Be fully present when you are with people.
- Encourage people, particularly the quiet ones, when they speak up in meetings.
- Give genuine recognition and praise. Pay attention to what people are doing and praise them
- Take a personal interest in people. Show people genuine curiosity about their lives.
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