Good listeners do not interrupt, judge, or rehearse answers. They think before responding, face the speaker, are close enough to hear, and watch for nonverbal cues and underlying meanings. Effective communicators ask questions, give feedback, paraphrase, and check perceptions. Nonverbal communication includes body language, posture, facial expressions, eye contact, use of space, and appearance. School leaders build relationships by communicating a vision, removing barriers, giving praise, being accessible, building teamwork, and using humor.