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What does it mean?
Watching closely reveals much information without needing to speak or act.
In plain terms
You learn a lot just by observing.
What can you take from it?
Observation is a powerful way to learn.

Where it applies

  • workplace
  • social settings
  • study

Putting it to work

  • watch before acting
  • study others
  • observe details

Questions to consider

  • What can you learn by watching?
  • When is observation best?

Another view

Some situations require action instead of observation.

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