How to be Heard by Julian Treasure Summary
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In "How to be Heard," TED Talk sensation Julian Treasure reveals the secrets of powerful communication. Named among HuffPost's Best Business Books of 2017 and a Voice Arts Award winner, it transforms how we speak and - more crucially - how we listen in our noise-filled world.
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When Words Fall on Deaf Ears
Have you ever felt the crushing frustration of speaking and hearing nothing but silence in return? Not the kind of silence that signals deep listening, but the hollow emptiness of being ignored, dismissed, or talked over? That moment when you realize your voice-your ideas, your needs, your very presence-has somehow become invisible in a room full of people. This isn't just annoying. It's a crisis that affects every dimension of our lives, from our closest relationships to our professional success, from our physical health to our sense of purpose in the world. We live in a paradox. We're more "connected" than ever, yet genuine communication has become startlingly rare. We mistake the ping of notifications for connection, confuse broadcasting opinions for conversation, and wonder why we feel increasingly alone. The truth is stark: most of us never learned to use our most powerful tool-our voice-or to practice our most essential skill-listening. These aren't minor gaps in our education. They're gaping holes that undermine our happiness, effectiveness, and wellbeing every single day.
The Invisible Force Shaping Your Life and the Circle You Didn't Know You Were Standing In
The Silent Power of Listening and the Leeches Draining Your Communication
The Vocal Instrument You Never Learned to Play
HAIL: Speaking That Commands Attention
Listening as a Radical Act
Your Voice, Your Legacy
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"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
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"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
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"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
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"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
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"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
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