Listening Intelligence (LQ) Assessment
Research focused listening assessment and training program.
Improve Communication by Improving LQ
The LQ (Listening Intelligence) assessment is designed to help individuals learn their listening tendencies (LQ). Listening is habitual, and we develop patterns in how we use it over time. Our listening style often filters what information we hear.
The LQ Profile improves how individuals communicate by helping anyone identify their listening style. With this insight, individuals can train how they listen during a conversation to ensure they are receptive to what someone is trying to communicate.
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The four LQ listening styles
The LQ Assessment research shows that there are four primary listening styles:
- Connective Listening (CV): This type of listening focuses on what the interaction means for others. People who prefer Connective Listening tend to filter what they hear through their interests in other people.
- Reflective Listening (RV): Reflective Listeners focus on how the interaction relates to an individual’s experience. People who prefer Reflective Listening compare information against their own library of knowledge to understand how it applies to current needs or interests.
- Analytical Listening (AL): Analytical listening seeks to understand an interaction objectively. Analytical Listeners are concerned with data, facts, and results.
- Conceptual Listening (CL): Conceptual listening focuses on the big picture. Listeners who prefer Conceptual Listening filter what they hear through their interests in concepts and possibilities.
The four primary listening styles that are observed through the LQ assessment provide 41 unique listening profiles based on a person’s listening scores.
As an example, a person who scores high on Reflective, Conceptual, and Analytical listening would receive the Investigator Profile. The high scores in three areas mean that they would listen for well-thought-out ideas (Analytical/Conceptual) to shed light on their personal situation (Reflective).
After completing the LQ assessment, learners will discover their current listening habits through their unique profiles. The completed report is designed to help anyone improve their listening skills.
What Does the LQ Assessment Cost?
The LQ assessment is sold for $34.95 per assessment. This assessment is priced to fit the budgets of any organization that wants to improve how it communicates. Layer this tool into your current communication or leadership development program.
The LQ assessment is a personal development tool. By identifying a person’s listening habits, anyone can understand their listening strengths.
Alternatively, they can also learn how their strengths might become a weakness if they don’t learn how to adapt how they listen. This process is crucial for anyone to learn how their listening habits might hamper their ability to communicate and receive information. The Listening Intelligence training workshop will help leaders and employees alike learn how to better collaborate.
To learn more about how listening assessments work, review the LQ Facilitation program, or read how to improve listening skills on our blog.
LQ Assessment FAQ
How do I improve communication with the LQ Assessment?
Listening is a skill just like reading, running, or speaking. Listening can be improved with practice.
The LQ (Listening Intelligence) assessment can help anyone identify their current listening behaviors. Through this understanding, you can identify your listening blind spots.
This assessment is designed to be used during a comprehensive training program that combines expert facilitation with the personalized insights of the assessment. Review the full training program here -->
Is LQ a validated listening assessment?
Yes.
The LQ (Listening Intelligence) assessment went through a validation process to understand if the assessment was both reliable and valid. The assessment is based on research that was published in the International Journal of Listening, which describes how a person's listening style is derived from four primary styles.
Can I become certified to teach LQ?
Yes!
Certification is not required to coach or train LQ. However, facilitators who want to add a listening training program to their offerings will find this certification course to be foundational in using the tool effectively.
The LQ Certification is $2,500/person. Email us for more information.
