Reply To: Week 2 : Listening skills

[Wannisa Wongkamchan]

Recalling details is a key skill I need to improve. My job requires me to communicate with medica/healthcare staff. Often, I don’t fully understand their words or points, especially during management or academic meetings. Also, when doctors or nurses request patient statistics, they tend to speak quickly and use specialized medical terms, which are already difficult for me. Because of this, I have to focus very hard. I always prepare paper and pen to write down important points and any unfamiliar terms to look up later. If the situation allows, I’ll repeat back or clarify my understanding with the speaker. Working in my current role has realize me how important listening and understanding are, so I take more notes now, sometimes I take notes even though I can’t read my own handwriting. Additionally, I’ve practicing meditation a bit daily to improve my concentration and memory.