Effective listening is a way of showing concern for subordinates, and that fosters cohesive bonds, commitment, and trust. Effective listening tends to reduce the frequency of interpersonal conflict and increases the likelihood that when conflicts emerge, they will be resolved with a “win-win” solution.

The factors affecting listening comprehension are also divided into four groups:

(1) language-based factors (Vocabulary, Grammar, Pronunciation),
(2) background factors (Physical Context)
(3) learner-based factors (Psychological Context), and
(4) teacher–based factors (Sender’s Qualities)

1. Lack of interest

Often times, we get ourselves caught in a conversation that essentially does not hold our interest. In such cases, we’ll be tempted to float off in our own contemplations or concentrate on something unique — which, shockingly, can be an obstruction to listening.

2. Noise, Awkward seating positions and temperature

Ecological factors, for example, noise, temperature and awkward seating positions can make us concentrate our attention on other factors alongside what the speaker is saying.

3. Distractions

The most evident and presumably the most significant barriers to listening this day and age are different distractions. Tragically, a large number of us can’t be part of a discussion without continually looking at our phone or PC. In addition to the fact that it is viewed as discourteous,
yet it additionally tells the other individual that you’re exhausted and whatever is on your telephone is more critical to you than this discussion.

4. Personal bias

Personal bias can cloud your judgment and influence you to deliberately ignore towards significant information or great individuals. When you live and work in a multicultural domain, it’s essential to abandon every one of your biases when you’re speaking with others.

5. Intrusion

The fact that no good thing originates from interfering with somebody while they’re talking is one of those cardinal tenets of communication we’re all taught as kids. Sadly, that lesson doesn’t tend to stick. Individuals are so anxious to be heard that occasionally they intrude on
discussions to express their own supposition.