Posted 8:14 a.m. Friday, Jan. 2, 2026
Learn more about active listening via this LinkedIn Learning course
UWL leaders who want to grow their human-centered leadership skills should enroll in the Active Listening for Better Leadership Communication through Workday Learning and LinkedIn Learning.
Heather Younger’s course on active listening is a powerful, practical training designed for anyone who wants to strengthen trust, connection, and collaboration at work. Younger, breaks down what active listening really looks like and why it’s a key skill for effective leadership.
In this course, you will learn about a five-step framework that helps you move from simply hearing words to understanding the people behind them. You’ll learn how to distinguish passive listening from active listening, pick up on nonverbal cues, and respond with curiosity and empathy.
If you’re ready to become a more attentive, responsive, and trusted leader, this training is a powerful place to start. LinkedIn Learning makes it easy to build these skills on your schedule.
Course details:
- Length: 49 minutes
- Format: Self‑paced, online
- Instructor: Heather Younger
Explore these resources to enroll and engage in this course.