Think Fast Talk Smart: Communication Techniques

De: Matt Abrahams Think Fast Talk Smart
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  • One of the most essential ingredients to success in business and life is effective communication. Join Matt Abrahams, best-selling author and Strategic Communication lecturer at Stanford Graduate School of Business, as he interviews experts to provide actionable insights that help you communicate with clarity, confidence, and impact. From handling impromptu questions to crafting compelling messages, Matt explores practical strategies for real-world communication challenges. Whether you’re navigating a high-stakes presentation, perfecting your email tone, or speaking off the cuff, Think Fast, Talk Smart equips you with the tools, techniques, and best practices to express yourself effectively in any situation. Enhance your communication skills to elevate your career and build stronger professional relationships. Tune in every Tuesday for new episodes. Subscribe now to unlock your potential as a thoughtful, impactful communicator. Learn more and sign up for our eNewsletter at fastersmarter.io.
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  • 199. Blunder Pressure: Mastering In-the-Moment Communication (3 of 3)

    199. Blunder Pressure: Mastering In-the-Moment Communication (3 of 3)
    Apr 22 2025

    This three-part miniseries is all about keeping your cool when speaking on the spot.

    Communicating effectively can be challenging enough, even with plenty of time to prepare what we want to say. But for most of our communication, there’s no time to plan, practice, or perfect — we have to respond in the moment.

    Spontaneous communication is a part of our everyday lives, but few of us have been trained to handle these impromptu situations with confidence. What does it take to flow, not freeze, when put on the spot? This special three-part series turns to experts for guidance, from a sports commentator, FBI hostage negotiator, and UN translator to a game show host, NFL referee and Sotheby’s auctioneer.

    Part 1: Preparation and Mindset

    Discover how to prepare for the unpredictable, manage anxiety, and find the right headspace for success.

    Part 2: Mastering the Moment

    Learn to stay present, read the room, and use techniques like mirroring and pacing to connect with your audience.

    Part 3: When Things Go Wrong

    Find out how to recover from inevitable mishaps and keep moving forward with confidence, turning mistakes into gold.

    In addition to insight-packed discussions, this Think Fast, Talk Smart miniseries offers practical exercises and homework assignments to help you implement what you've learned. Whether you draw blanks when put on the spot or simply want to articulate your thoughts more clearly in the moment, these episodes will transform how you think — and speak — on your feet.

    Episode Reference Links:

    • Chris Voss - Former FBI Negotiator, Keynote Speaker
    • Chris Voss's Book: Empathy and Understanding In Business
    • Annabelle Williams - Paralympic Champion, Sports Broadcaster
    • Giampaolo Bianchi - United Nations Interpreter
    • Brad Rogers - NFL Referee, Professor
    • Phyllis Kao - Sotheby's Auctioneer
    • Peter D Sagal - Game Show Host, Author


    Connect:

    • Premium Signup >>>> Think Fast Talk Smart Premium
    • Email Questions & Feedback >>> hello@fastersmarter.io
    • Episode Transcripts >>> Think Fast Talk Smart Website
    • Newsletter Signup + English Language Learning >>> FasterSmarter.io
    • Think Fast Talk Smart >>> LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube
    • Matt Abrahams >>> LinkedIn


    Chapters:

    • (00:00) - Introduction
    • (02:42) - Focus on What’s Next, Not What Went Wrong
    • (04:40) - Failure with Confidence
    • (06:45) - Flexibility Over a Fixed Plan
    • (08:28) - Staying Cool in Public Slip-Ups
    • (10:36) - Using Laughter to Reset
    • (13:05) - Gracefully Correcting Yourself
    • (14:42) - Staying Calm Under Pressure
    • (19:40) - Listener Exercises on Reflecting to Improve
    • (21:56) - Conclusion

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    23 m
  • 198. Pause and Effect: Mastering In-the-Moment Communication (2 of 3)

    198. Pause and Effect: Mastering In-the-Moment Communication (2 of 3)
    Apr 17 2025

    This three-part miniseries is all about keeping your cool when speaking on the spot.

    Communicating effectively can be challenging enough, even with plenty of time to prepare what we want to say. But for most of our communication, there’s no time to plan, practice, or perfect — we have to respond in the moment.

    Spontaneous communication is a part of our everyday lives, but few of us have been trained to handle these impromptu situations with confidence. What does it take to flow, not freeze, when put on the spot? This special three-part series turns to experts for guidance, from a sports commentator, FBI hostage negotiator, and UN translator to a game show host, NFL referee and Sotheby’s auctioneer.

    Part 1: Preparation and Mindset

    Discover how to prepare for the unpredictable, manage anxiety, and find the right headspace for success.

    Part 2: Mastering the Moment

    Learn to stay present, read the room, and use techniques like mirroring and pacing to connect with your audience.

    Part 3: When Things Go Wrong

    Find out how to recover from inevitable mishaps and keep moving forward with confidence, turning mistakes into gold.

    In addition to insight-packed discussions, this Think Fast, Talk Smart miniseries offers practical exercises and homework assignments to help you implement what you've learned. Whether you draw blanks when put on the spot or simply want to articulate your thoughts more clearly in the moment, these episodes will transform how you think — and speak — on your feet.

    Episode Reference Links:

    • Chris Voss - Former FBI Negotiator, Keynote Speaker
    • Chris Voss's Book: Empathy and Understanding In Business
    • Annabelle Williams - Paralympic Champion, Sports Broadcaster
    • Giampaolo Bianchi - United Nations Interpreter
    • Brad Rogers - NFL Referee, Professor
    • Phyllis Kao - Sotheby's Auctioneer
    • Peter D Sagal - Game Show Host, Author


    Connect:

    • Premium Signup >>>> Think Fast Talk Smart Premium
    • Email Questions & Feedback >>> hello@fastersmarter.io
    • Episode Transcripts >>> Think Fast Talk Smart Website
    • Newsletter Signup + English Language Learning >>> FasterSmarter.io
    • Think Fast Talk Smart >>> LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube
    • Matt Abrahams >>> LinkedIn


    Chapters:

    • (00:00) - Introduction
    • (02:25) - Letting Go of the Script
    • (05:37) - Visual Listening
    • (06:56) - Nonverbal Communication
    • (09:45) - Tools of Connection
    • (13:06) - Pacing for Pressure
    • (14:06) - The Power of Pausing
    • (16:40) - How to Make a Great Introduction
    • (18:30) - Being Gracious in Conversation
    • (20:54) - Listener Exercises on Active Listening
    • (23:48) - Conclusion

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    25 m
  • 197. Prep or Perish: Mastering In-the-Moment Communication (1 of 3)

    197. Prep or Perish: Mastering In-the-Moment Communication (1 of 3)
    Apr 15 2025

    This three-part miniseries is all about keeping your cool when speaking on the spot.

    Communicating effectively can be challenging enough, even with plenty of time to prepare what we want to say. But for most of our communication, there’s no time to plan, practice, or perfect — we have to respond in the moment.

    Spontaneous communication is a part of our everyday lives, but few of us have been trained to handle these impromptu situations with confidence. What does it take to flow, not freeze, when put on the spot? This special three-part series turns to experts for guidance, from a sports commentator, FBI hostage negotiator, and UN translator to a game show host, NFL referee and Sotheby’s auctioneer.

    Part 1: Preparation and Mindset

    Discover how to prepare for the unpredictable, manage anxiety, and find the right headspace for success.

    Part 2: Mastering the Moment

    Learn to stay present, read the room, and use techniques like mirroring and pacing to connect with your audience.

    Part 3: When Things Go Wrong

    Find out how to recover from inevitable mishaps and keep moving forward with confidence, turning mistakes into gold.

    In addition to insight-packed discussions, this Think Fast, Talk Smart miniseries offers practical exercises and homework assignments to help you implement what you've learned. Whether you draw blanks when put on the spot or simply want to articulate your thoughts more clearly in the moment, these episodes will transform how you think — and speak — on your feet.

    Episode Reference Links:

    • Chris Voss - Former FBI Negotiator, Keynote Speaker
    • Chris Voss's Book: Empathy and Understanding In Business
    • Annabelle Williams - Paralympic Champion, Sports Broadcaster
    • Giampaolo Bianchi - United Nations Interpreter
    • Brad Rogers - NFL Referee, Professor
    • Phyllis Kao - Sotheby's Auctioneer
    • Peter D Sagal - Game Show Host, Author

    Connect:

    • Premium Signup >>>> Think Fast Talk Smart Premium
    • Email Questions & Feedback >>> hello@fastersmarter.io
    • Episode Transcripts >>> Think Fast Talk Smart Website
    • Newsletter Signup + English Language Learning >>> FasterSmarter.io
    • Think Fast Talk Smart >>> LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube
    • Matt Abrahams >>> LinkedIn


    Chapters:

    • (00:00) - Introduction
    • (04:12) - Pressure and Preparation
    • (06:03) - Cognitive Load and Focus
    • (08:47) - Speaking with Clarity
    • (10:25) - Building Instinct Through Practice
    • (12:29) - Overthinking vs. Acting Fast
    • (14:09) - Staying Present Under Pressure
    • (14:49) - Make It About the Audience
    • (15:50) - Handling Public Scrutiny
    • (17:54) - Physical Rituals to Manage Nerves
    • (19:27) - Grounding Techniques Before Speaking
    • (22:01) - Listener Exercises for Better Speaking
    • (25:18) - Conclusion

    *****
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    Become a Faster Smarter Supporter by joining TFTS Premium.

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    25 m
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Communicastic! - ok fantastic then!

This was a fun and comprehensive podcast. The ideas presented are very well thought out; and the communication between the presenters are fun and easy to follow! I like the focus on each aspect of the conversation, such as being in the moment, in the hot seat. Yes, and! Improve was a chapter that helped me immensely! I will continue to listen; thank you, Matt Abrahams!

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Advice you can use

I just stumbled on this podcast today and I’m already 6 episodes down.

Take a listen and then apply what you learn

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Interesting

This podcast is very good, especially for people that want to gain more knowledge and change. I learned a lot listening to the Stanford graduates. I don’t have to go to college if I can listen to this, if I could ask questions then we would learn even more.

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Amazing

Just what i needed I love this as I aspire to be a speaker this is helping me so much!

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