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What does it mean?
He claims skill in understanding what other people think and feel.
In plain terms
He is good at knowing what others are thinking.
What can you take from it?
Understanding others is a valuable skill.

Where it applies

  • conflict resolution
  • leadership
  • friendship

Putting it to work

  • listening actively
  • reading people
  • building trust

Questions to consider

  • How well do you know what others think?
  • Is empathy a strength or weakness?

Another view

Understanding others does not always mean they understand you back.

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