Survive & Thrive Workshop with James Pereira KC | Learning to Listen

How can we become skilful, active listeners who bring the right kind of listening to the situations we face?

Listening is the cornerstone of communication and the foundation of successful lawyering, yet lawyers are rarely taught how to actively listen. This workshop is a deep-dive into listening skills: different kinds of listening and when and why to use them, the challenges that listening brings and how to handle them, and the tools we can use to be more purposeful in our listening. The BSB's Professional Statement expects barristers to use appropriate listening skills when communicating and performing advocacy.

When you attend you will: 

• Learn about different types of active listening, their purposes and benefits
• Explore the challenges we face when listening, and how to address them
• Learn specific listening tools and how to use them
• Grow your own capacity for listening well

The workshop will be delivered by James Pereira KC who is a barrister and certified executive coach, with a particular interest in the interface between personal development and professional performance.

There are limited spaces so book now to avoid disappointment. There will be a waiting list so if you would like to attend but the event is booked out, please email members@middletemple.org.uk to express your interest.

Please note that this event is in-person only and that places are capped at 18.

This event is part of a series of workshops aimed at teaching barristers tools which will make them more effective in leadership, communication, team work and serving their clients. There is another upcoming workshop: Building a Reflective Practice on 31 March - click here to see the event page.

This event is open Middle Temple members. Please also email us if you are a member of another Inn and would like to attend, as we may have spaces available.

If you have questions about accessibility at the Inn or if you would like to request support, please email Laura Hacon.

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