This document provides tips for active listening skills, including maintaining eye contact and open body posture, as well as techniques such as paraphrasing, clarifying, perception checking, summarizing, and empathy. It advises facing the speaker squarely, leaning toward them, keeping eye contact, and relaxing the body. The S.O.L.E.R. method is described for active listening. The document cautions against preparing a response before listening is complete or allowing distractions to divert attention from the speaker.