Below is an overview of content that matches the tag "understanding".
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Patterns tagged with "understanding"
problem:Someone disagrees with you, and you have difficulties understanding why
description:Employ a method for identifying the root cause of disagreements by breaking down arguments into premises and consequences, promoting understanding and constructive dialogue.
problem:Assessing a candidate's skills and experience during an interview using traditional knowledge-based questions often leads to researched and rehearsed answers.
description:Employ a behavioural questioning method, to conduct more conversational interviews, and enticing candid and truthful responses.
Listening to Understand
The LARS Technique for Improved Conversations
problem:You have difficulties connecting with others, and find yourself disengaged during conversations.
description:Shift from responding to truly comprehending what the other person is saying, leading to more meaningful interactions.
Styles of Support
Understanding Helping Attitudes
description:Helping Attitudes describes different roles helpers adopt to offer appropriate support, emphasizing flexibility, active listening, and the importance of shifting between roles based on the client's evolving needs.
Write a 'Manual of Me'
Document your habits, communication preferences, and quirks
problem:Working with different people is challenging. Not every context is right for you, and not every person is easy to work with. Finding a way to collaborate effectively requires understanding your own preferences, and those of others. However, these preferences are often implicit, leading to misunderstanding and conflict.
description:The Manual of Me is a lightweight, self-authored guide to your preferred working style, communication habits, and values. It’s a reflection tool first, and optionally, a shared resource to help others understand how best to collaborate with you.