Think Fast Talk Smart: Communication Techniques

著者: 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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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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  • 196. Ditch the Dictionary: Communicate Confidently Through Connection
    2025/04/08

    Communication isn’t about perfect word choice, it’s about connecting with others.

    For native speakers and language learners alike, communicating comes with all kinds of challenges. But no matter how much we stumble over our words, Lindsay McMahon says communication isn’t about perfection — it’s about connection.

    The CEO and founder of All Ears English and host of the All Ears English podcast, McMahon is on a mission to help non-native English speakers around the world hone their ability to communicate and connect. Whether you’re forming your first sentences in a new language or giving a presentation in the language you’ve spoken your whole life, “It's about human connection,” she says. “What really matters is are we connecting to our audience… the human being[s] in front of us?”

    In this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, McMahon joins host Matt Abrahams to explore strategies for improving our communication — not by finding the right words, but by finding the right mindset. From active listening and cultural awareness to quieting nerves and building confidence, McMahon's practical approaches help communicators connect more authentically in any language or context.

    Episode Reference Links:

    • Lindsay McMahon
    • All Ears English
    • Ep.8 Don't Get Lost in Translation: How Non-Native Speakers Can Communicate With Confidence

    Connect:

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    • Newsletter Signup + English Language Learning >>> FasterSmarter.io
    • Think Fast Talk Smart >>> LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube
    • Matt Abrahams >>> LinkedIn


    Chapters:

    • (00:00) - Introduction
    • (01:44) - Common Challenges for English Learners
    • (03:09) - Overcoming the Confidence Catch-22
    • (05:00) - Communication Lessons from CEOs
    • (05:48) - The Art of Listening
    • (07:35) - Idioms and Hidden Meanings
    • (08:53) - Context Shapes Communication
    • (10:40) - Cultural Analogies and Miscommunication
    • (11:46) - Entering a New Role or Culture
    • (14:05) - Immersive Language Learning
    • (17:20) - The Final Three Questions
    • (21:39) - Conclusion

    *****
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    23 分
  • 195. Q&A on Conflict, Confidence, and Connection: Me2We 2025 Part 2
    2025/04/03

    Stanford experts answer live questions on leadership, authenticity, and communication.

    What happens when four top Stanford thinkers take live questions from a room full of leaders? In Part 2 of this special Think Fast, Talk Smart series from the Stanford LEAD Me2We Conference, Matt Abrahams and his panel of expert GSB faculty—Allison Kluger, Naomi Bagdonas, Christian Wheeler, and Nir Halevy—answer questions from a live audience. They cover real-world challenges around leadership, authenticity, psychological safety, and managing your reputation in complex environments. With honest reflections and actionable advice, their answers offer a candid look at what it takes to lead with intention while staying true to yourself.

    Episode Reference Links:

    • Allison Kluger
    • Book Allison Contributed to: Brand Up
    • Naomi Bagdonas
    • Nir Halevy
    • Christian Wheeler
    • Ep.2 Communicating Our Multiple Selves: How to Effectively Manage Your Reputation
    • Ep.13 Make ’Em Laugh: How to Use Humor as a Secret Weapon in Your Communication
    • Ep.30 Dissolve Disagreements: How Communication Impacts Conflict
    • Ep.18 Managing in the Moment: How to Get Comfortable with Being Uncomfortable

    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
    • (02:16) - Bridging Political Divides
    • (05:29) - Navigating Confidence and Context
    • (07:34) - Rethinking Leadership and Reputation
    • (12:18) - Conclusion

    *****
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    Join our upcoming 200th episode live event April 14 & 15
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    13 分
  • 194. Live Lessons in Levity and Leadership: Me2We 2025 Part 1
    2025/04/01
    Effective leadership begins with the way you communicate.Leading with impact isn’t about speaking louder—it’s about communicating in ways that resonate with what people already value. In Part 1 of this special two-part series from the Stanford LEAD Me2We Conference, Matt Abrahams brings together four expert GSB faculty—Allison Kluger, Nir Halevy, Christian Wheeler, and Naomi Bagdonas—to explore how to lead and communicate with intention. They share how authenticity builds trust, why discomfort is essential for growth, how to design space for serendipity, and the role AI can play in expanding—not replacing—human potential. From managing reputation to staying present in high-pressure moments, this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart offers insights to help leaders connect more effectively, show up with purpose, and inspire meaningful action.Episode Reference Links:Allison Kluger Book Allison Contributed to: Brand Up Naomi Bagdonas Nir Halevy Christian Wheeler Learn more about the Stanford Lead Program Ep.2 Communicating Our Multiple Selves: How to Effectively Manage Your Reputation Ep.13 Make ’Em Laugh: How to Use Humor as a Secret Weapon in Your Communication Ep.30 Dissolve Disagreements: How Communication Impacts Conflict Ep.18 Managing in the Moment: How to Get Comfortable with Being Uncomfortable Connect:Premium Signup >>>> Think Fast Talk Smart PremiumEmail Questions & Feedback >>> hello@fastersmarter.ioEpisode Transcripts >>> Think Fast Talk Smart WebsiteNewsletter Signup + English Language Learning >>> FasterSmarter.ioThink Fast Talk Smart >>> LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTubeMatt Abrahams >>> LinkedInChapters:(00:00) - Introduction (03:33) - Managing Reputation and Authentic Communication (05:35) - Leadership Pluralism and Team Culture (07:35) - Discomfort, Growth, and Distraction (11:59) - Guiding Principles and the Serendipity Fund (14:34) - Using AI in Teaching and Research (21:55) - Fixing Hierarchies with CPR (23:50) - Authenticity, Humor Styles, and Human Flourishing (26:39) - Executive Presence and Owning the Room (29:28) - Writing Better Titles and Facilitating Interactions (31:21) - Conclusion *****Stay Informed on Stanford's world changing research by signing up for the Stanford ReportJoin our upcoming 200th episode live event April 14 & 15Become a Faster Smarter Supporter by joining TFTS Premium.
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    32 分

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