To discover your listening attitudes, complete the following exercise. Choose the degree to which the statement is more or less true depending on how accurately it describes your listening attitude or behavior. Be candid.

Please fill out the form completely. You will receive your results when you hit the "Get Score" button below.

I do not tune out information that is not relevant to me.
Less True - 1 2 3 4 5 - More True
I listen comprehensively for key points.
Less True - 1 2 3 4 5 - More True
I take personal notes during meetings.
Less True - 1 2 3 4 5 - More True
I am not easily distracted from the speaker.
Less True - 1 2 3 4 5 - More True
I am able to control my negative emotional reactions.
Less True - 1 2 3 4 5 - More True
I do not pretend to be listening.
Less True - 1 2 3 4 5 - More True
I let the speaker finish before I comment.
Less True - 1 2 3 4 5 - More True
I indicate that I am listening through the use of positive body language,
    e.g. smiling.
Less True - 1 2 3 4 5 - More True
I consciously minimize my nervous gestures like looking at my watch.
Less True - 1 2 3 4 5 - More True
I keep an open mind when listening.
Less True - 1 2 3 4 5 - More True
I don't interrupt.
Less True - 1 2 3 4 5 - More True
I utilize eye contact.
Less True - 1 2 3 4 5 - More True
I listen attentively and restate for clarity.
Less True - 1 2 3 4 5 - More True
I note the emotions of the speaker.
Less True - 1 2 3 4 5 - More True
I ask questions when needed.
Less True - 1 2 3 4 5 - More True
I am aware of my assumptions.
Less True - 1 2 3 4 5 - More True
I give the speaker the benefit of the doubt.
Less True - 1 2 3 4 5 - More True
I am very present and attentive.
Less True - 1 2 3 4 5 - More True
I set my judgments aside.
Less True - 1 2 3 4 5 - More True
I exercise an attitude of inquiry.
Less True - 1 2 3 4 5 - More True

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