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Ask questions to clarify meaning.

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Move to someplace quieter or defer the conversation.

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Listen at multiple levels to find common ground.

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Try a few icebreakers

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Getting distracted by social media (especially on Zoom)

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Getting distracted by social media (especially on Zoom)

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Limit access to phone, use airplane,  turn off phone.

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Make efforts to engage in things that help increase focus

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Practice mindfulness.

Try to focus on aspects of the conversation - tone, emotions, etc. to remain engaged in the conversation.

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If two individuals have different primary languages, it will be tough to effectively listen

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Doing research, try to see connections between you and the other person and see that as an opportunity for growth.

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Be upfront with the person that we are communicating with.
~I don't feel well
~Can we revisit this topic later?

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Make time to sit down with someone and listen to what they have to say

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Have someone else speak, use email, upgrade internet (?), meet in person

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TRY to listen. Ask for clarity for things you don't understand

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Maybe everyone doesn't have the money or technology to talk on places like Zoom

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As a listener, ask questions.

As a speaker, be aware of your topic - does this listener care? You may be extremely passionate about a topic, but it may be hard for someone to follow.

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A lecturer in class who doesn't engage, or friends that like to talk.

~Interrupt! As questions!