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Nov 2025
38m 23s

How listening wins in wars and workplace...

The Arbinger Institute
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In this gripping episode of Leading Outward, I delve into the transformative power of listening, drawing on the extraordinary experiences of Eric Maddox, a retired Army Ranger and key player in Saddam Hussein's capture. We explore how empathy and curiosity can turn adversaries into allies, both on the battlefield and in the workplace. Eric's remarkable story ... Show More
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