Think Faster, Talk Smarter - Matt Abrahams

What makes someone a great “on the spot” communicator?

How can using simple communications structures make you more persuasive, clear, and compelling

My guest on this episode is with Matt Abrahams, a Stanford lecturer on strategic communications, host of the popular “Think Fast, Talk Smart” podcast, and author of his latest book, “Think Faster, Talk Smarter: How to Speak Successfully When You’re Put on the Spot”

During our conversation Matt and I discuss:  

• Why he believes learning spontaneous communication is like playing a team sport

• Why you should strive for mediocrity not perfection in your communications

• His two-step approach to overcoming your anxiety when you are asked to speak

• How to structure your spontaneous communications so they are clear, concise, and compelling.

• Why he views feedback as an invitation to problem solve

• How to give better feedback using his four I’s feedback model

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Learn more about “Think Faster, Talk Smarter” and all of Matt’s work here