Speaking and Listening

What is the first skill we learn to do?

• Speak

• Write

• Read

• Listen

How much time do we spend communicating?

• 20-30%

• 40-50%

• 70-80%

• 80-90%

How much of that time do we spend listening?

• 9%

• 16%

• 30%

• 45%

How much of that time do we spend speaking?

• 9%

• 16%

• 30%

• 45%

On average, how much of our mental capacity do we use when we listen?

• 25%

• 50%

• 75%

• 100%

After listening to an oral presentation, the average listener retains what percentage of information?

• 25%

• 50%

• 75%

• 100%

Is listening hard work?

• Yes

• No

• It depends...

• I don't know, I wasn't listening...

Which skill do you think receives the most attention?

• Reading

• Writing

• Speaking

• Listening

Which skill do you think receives the least attention?

• Reading

• Writing

• Speaking

• Listening