Listening: Beyond Progress series

Your ability to listen is one of your strongest assets in a world of evolving job roles.

The quality of our listening determines the quality of our relationships, the intelligence of our decisions, the effectiveness of our feedback, and the level of trust and engagement within our teams. In a world where new technologies are consistently disrupting working practices, being an expert listener is one of the best ways to maximise your effectiveness.

Written by global teacher of listening skills Jane Adshead-Grant, this book is a vital resource for those looking to cement their relevance in an uncertain future of work.

Beyond Progress is a series about the skills that shape how you work, lead and grow. As jobs change and careers become less predictable, human skills like focus, adaptability and resilience matter more than ever. Straightforward and practical, these books help you build the confidence and judgment to handle anything work throws at you, collaborate seamlessly with others and keep growing in your career, no matter how the workplace evolves.