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Tag Archives: McKinsey & Co.

McKinsey on Better Listening

Posted on February 29, 2012 by Merger Verger
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Pretty good piece on the art of listening, an executive skill that is absolutely critical in effective integration.

Link here: The executive’s guide to better listening – McKinsey Quarterly – Governance – Leadership.

Posted in Best Practices, Communications, Suggested Reading | Tagged Communications, McKinsey & Co. | 1 Reply

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