In this insightful episode of Nonprofits Today, we’re joined by Deb Porter, founder of HOLD Business Solutions (Hearing Out Life’s Drama) and a champion of active listening as the foundation of all strong relationships—personal or professional.
Deb’s journey started with a Master’s degree in Care & Counseling and personal experiences as a caregiver and divorcee, ultimately leading her to create a practice that helps people be heard in a world that rarely listens. Her approach transforms workplace culture, leadership, and family dynamics alike.
We discuss:
- The CORE Framework for listening (Calm, Outcome, Relate, Empathy)
- Why only 2% of people are ever formally trained in listening
- The biggest communication pitfalls (like jumping into “fix” things)
- How listening skills can build trust and reduce stress in nonprofits
- Her special “party trick” of guessing Myers-Briggs profiles in minutes!
Deb’s Key Message: "We're taught in the American education system how to speak, but we are not taught how to listen until master's level."
Connect with Deb Porter & HOLD:
Website: www.hearingoutlifedrama.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deblhporter/
Facebook (Personal): facebook.com/hearingoutlifedrama
Facebook (Business): facebook.com/HOLDBusinessSolutions
Instagram: instagram.com/hearingoutlifedrama
TikTok: tiktok.com/@hearingoutlifedrama
YouTube: youtube.com/c/HOLDListens
Pinterest: pinterest.co.kr/holdlistener
Free Resource: “Freight Train Brain” guide to calm & clarity → Get it here
Connect with Sarah Boxx: https://sarahboxx.com/
Cross-Promo: Check out our sister podcast, Nonprofits Today
Podcast: https://shows.acast.com/nonprofits-today
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ @NonprofitsToday
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