Matt Abrahams, Think Fast Talk Smart · Business

Think Fast Talk Smart: Communication Techniques

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.

Episodes

76. Change My Mind: Using “Pre-suasion” to Influence Others

24 Jan 2023

27m

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This podcast episode explores the key principles of persuasion and pre-suasion, including the role of attention, motivation, environmental factors, scarcity, unity, and language. Expert Robert Cialdini highlights the importance of understanding these principles to effectively influence people's decisions and behavior i...

75. Love & Money: How to Talk About Big Decisions Together

10 Jan 2023

22m

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This podcast episode explores the importance of interweaving love and money considerations when making important life decisions, as well as the role of thoughtful communication in making such decisions. The episode discusses a five-step framework for decision-making and emphasizes the significance of effective communic...

74. Rethinks: How Emotion Shapes Our Communication, Decisions, and Experiences

20 Dec 2022

32m

73. Listen Up: Why It’s Better to Be Interested Than Interesting

06 Dec 2022

24m

72. Quick Thinks: Talk It Out – How to Successfully Negotiate and Resolve Conflict

22 Nov 2022

12m

71. Strategy Success: How to Communicate Your Gameplan

08 Nov 2022

24m

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This podcast episode explores the concept of strategy in organizations and the role of communication in effectively implementing and conveying strategy. The guests discuss the misconceptions and mistakes associated with strategy, emphasizing that it is the responsibility of all employees and must be constantly adapted ...