Please answer the following questions, it should be composed in complete sentences and paragraphs and be 300–400 words in length in MS Word, making sure to follow APA format and cite all references used.

1. Why do you think effective listening is so important to communication?
2. What internal and external obstacles make effective listening difficult for you? How can you overcome these obstacles?
3. What types of non-listening behaviors do you exhibit? How might you overcome these behaviors?
4. What are some ways to get others to actively listen?

The following reference may be used: Wood, Julia T. (2013). Interpersonal Communication: Everyday Encounters, 7th Edition. Cengage Learning. VitalSource Bookshelf Online.