Course Length: 4 Weeks Course Hours: 8 ________________________________________________________________________ Course Overview Communication skills are at the heart of everything we do each day, whether at home, at work, or at play.  Research shows that we remember between 25 percent and 50 percent of what we hear. That means when you talk the your boss, colleagues, artists, or other people for 5 minutes, they pay attention to less than half of the conversation. By learning to actively listen , you will improve your productivity, as well as your ability to influence, persuade and negotiate in the industry. More importantly,  you'll avoid conflict and misunderstandings. All of these are necessary for workplace success in the Entertainment industry.  This e-learning course focuses on active listening, which encompasses the best of communication.