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‘Could there be a more relevant book for our times? . . . Vengoechea implores us to truly hear other people (maybe for the first time) and is the perfect author of a book on why we should listen like we mean it’ – Nir Eyal, author of Hooked and IndistractableHear me out. Does this sound like you?You end a team meeting and can’t recall a single thing that was said.You leave a conversation with a friend feeling disconnected and unfulfilled.You think you and your boss are on the same page, only to find out you haven’t been meeting expectations.Fortunately, listening, like any communication skill, can be improved, and Ximena Vengoechea can show you how. As a user researcher, she has spent nearly a decade facilitating hundreds of conversations at LinkedIn, Twitter and Pinterest. It’s her job to uncover the truth behind how people use, and really think about, her company’s products. In Listen Like You Mean It, she reveals the tips and tricks of the trade, including:– How to quickly build rapport with strangers– Which questions help people unlock what they need to say– When it’s time to throw out the script entirely– How to recover from listener’s drain

‘Could there be a more relevant book for our times? While there are plenty of books on persuasion, none tells us how to influence others through the quiet art of understanding. Vengoechea implores us to truly hear other people (maybe for the first time) and is the perfect author of a book on why we should listen like we mean it’ Nir Eyal, bestselling author of Hooked and IndistractableHear me out. Does this sound like you?You end a team meeting and can’t recall a single thing that was said.You leave a conversation with a friend feeling disconnected and unfulfilled.You think you and your boss are on the same page, only to find out you haven’t been meeting expectations.Fortunately, listening, like any communication skill, can be improved, and Ximena Vengoechea can show you how. As a user researcher, she has spent nearly a decade facilitating hundreds of conversations at LinkedIn, Twitter and Pinterest. It’s her job to uncover the truth behind how people use, and really think about, her company’s products. In Listen Like You Mean It, she reveals the tips and tricks of the trade, including:– How to quickly build rapport with strangers– Which questions help people unlock what they need to say– When it’s time to throw out the script entirely– How to recover from listener’s drain

‘Could there be a more relevant book for our times? Vengoechea implores us to truly hear other people (maybe for the first time) and is the perfect author of a book on why we should listen like we mean it’ - Nir Eyal, bestselling author of Hooked and IndistractableHear me out. Does this sound like you?You end a team meeting and can’t recall a single thing that was said.You leave a conversation with a friend feeling disconnected and unfulfilled.You think you and your boss are on the same page, only to find out you haven’t been meeting expectations.Fortunately, listening, like any communication skill, can be improved, and Ximena Vengoechea can show you how. As a user researcher, she has spent nearly a decade facilitating hundreds of conversations at LinkedIn, Twitter and Pinterest. It’s her job to uncover the truth behind how people use, and really think about, her company’s products. In Listen Like You Mean It, she reveals the tips and tricks of the trade, including:– How to quickly build rapport with strangers– Which questions help people unlock what they need to say– When it’s time to throw out the script entirely– How to recover from listener’s drain

‘Could there be a more relevant book for our times? Vengoechea implores us to truly hear other people (maybe for the first time) and is the perfect author of a book on why we should listen like we mean it’ - Nir Eyal, bestselling author of Hooked and IndistractableHear me out. Does this sound like you?You end a team meeting and can’t recall a single thing that was said.You leave a conversation with a friend feeling disconnected and unfulfilled.You think you and your boss are on the same page, only to find out you haven’t been meeting expectations.Fortunately, listening, like any communication skill, can be improved, and Ximena Vengoechea can show you how. As a user researcher, she has spent nearly a decade facilitating hundreds of conversations at LinkedIn, Twitter and Pinterest. It’s her job to uncover the truth behind how people use, and really think about, her company’s products. In Listen Like You Mean It, she reveals the tips and tricks of the trade, including:– How to quickly build rapport with strangers– Which questions help people unlock what they need to say– When it’s time to throw out the script entirely– How to recover from listener’s drain

Brimming with encouraging wisdom, easy-to-follow guidance, and illuminating illustrations, Rest Easy is an antidote to burnout culture and an invitation to find joy, balance, and energy through the transformative power of rest. Rest Easy invites you to experience the life-changing power of resting your mind, body, and spirit. In these pages, rest expert and researcher Ximena Vengoechea explores the science of rest and guides you through dozens of proven methods for relaxation and renewal, including meditation, movement, sound, visualizations, digital detoxing, time in nature, and so much more. Discover: - A short quiz that reveals the ideal rest techniques for your personality and lifestyle - How to set healthy boundaries and overcome obstacles preventing meaningful rest and - Bite-size practices to incorporate into everyday life for physical, mental, and spiritual rest.

A life-changing and empowering guide to discovering your personal and professional passions, goals, and dreams so you can create a life full of joy and purpose.Welcome to the Life Audit, an exercise in self-reflection that helps you clear the cobwebs of noisy, external distractions and revisit or uncover the real themes and core values that drive and inspire you. Think of it as a thoughtful reset for your goals, priorities, and future.For anyone looking to find fulfillment in every aspect of life—love, friendship, career, finances, and beyond—this encouraging handbook offers the tools to prioritize your goals and turn personal insights into action to create a beautiful, meaningful future. In this step-by-step guide, made irresistibly and uniquely engaging by insightful and entertaining illustrations throughout, you’ll learn how to use design thinking and creative exercises to:Identify the core values and key themes hidden within your goals.Overcome the internal judgments and outside expectations that stifle your growth.Find the people, skills, and resources you need to nourish your dreams.Design a practical, personal action plan you can follow with confidence and clarity.Whether you’re a recent graduate, contemplating a career change, facing a personal crossroads, or searching for satisfaction, The Life Audit is a safe space for dreaming big, a path to kickstart dreams previously on hold, and a rousing call to design a life that honors your values and desires every day.

An inspiring illustrated journal packed with creative and thought-provoking prompts to help you discover your passions, goals, and dreams and live every day with joy and purpose.Are you ready to design a fulfilling future and build the life you want? The Life Audit Journal is a unique and powerful guide filled with tools and practices to help you. Filled with bright, uplifting art and tons of space for reflection and goal setting, this enriching companion will help you uncover your personal and professional passions and make confident decisions based on those revelations.  Featuring thought-provoking prompts, vibrant artwork, and interactive creative exercises, this self-discovery journal will guide you in learning to: Identify your core values and goals Overcome any obstacles that might stifle your growth Find the people and resources to nourish your dreams Design a personal action plan you can follow with confidence Throughout, author Ximena Vengoechea skillfully weaves together her professional user research skills and compelling personal stories about her own journey of self-discovery. The result is a journal that is both accessible and captivating to read, brimming with useful advice, distilled wisdom, and thoughtfully curated practices.Perfect for: Fans of creative self-help and self-improvement People looking for resources on self-care, wellness, and self-discovery Anyone experiencing burnout or considering a career change Gift-giving for graduation, retirement, and milestone birthdays Readers of self-help books like Designing Your Life and Atomic HabitsFans of Start Where You Are, Do It For Yourself, and Best Year Yet guided journals