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.
287 episodes transcribedHow to tap the full power of your voice.Being present in communication isn’t just mental. It’s about the physical energy you bring into a spa...
How to design meetings with purpose so they actually move work forward.Meetings are a necessary part of work. But for many people, they’re al...
Why your best life isn’t about having the right answers, but about asking the right questions.Finding meaning and purpose in life isn’t about...
How “spaciousness” helps teams move beyond busywork — and build the conditions for honest conversation.“We’re just so busy right now” is one...
Why it’s critical to say what needs to be said — and listen when others do the same.Speak out, listen up — these are Megan Reitz’s core pilla...
Why it’s not about being born a great communicator, but becoming one.The greatest communicators aren’t always great from the start. As Lerone...
Why being kind is the best investment.Can kindness be a company’s competitive advantage? Bonnie Hayden Cheng says yes — and she’s got a busin...
The keys to communicating clarity, not confusion.What separates communicators who clarify from those who confuse? The ability to “Simplify co...
How to have more open conversations about money.Talking about money is taboo for many people. But according to Wendy De La Rosa, financial we...
Our 10 favorite communication insights from 2025.The most transformative communication insights are the ones we actually remember to use. Tha...
Presenting complex information for your audience to understand.As communicators, we often need to take complex information (e.g., financial,...
Why good communication requires presence, not performance.Effective communication isn't about perfecting your performance. According to Dr. K...
Celebrate our 250th episode with expert strategies that make tough conversations easier — and more meaningful.Some of the most meaningful shi...
The right rituals—and the right conversations—can transform how your team collaborates.Strong collaboration starts with thoughtful practices...
The secret to effective teamwork and collaboration.To collaborate, we have to communicate. As Molly Sands knows, “The more that we can get on...
Two new Think Fast Talk Smart AI tools put communication skills to the test in real time.Technology promises many things, but few experiments...
Why good communication is the key to good communities.Community and communication go hand-in-hand. For Sandy Pentland, the culture and cohesi...
Why community is the most powerful tool for transformation.Community isn't just a feel-good buzzword. According to Gina Bianchini, it's a cat...
Reduce speaking anxiety and achieve your communication goals.“There’s no difference between the physiological response to something that you’...
Transform how you communicate with tools that make your message stick.Sometimes the best way to explain an idea is to show it. That’s why Loo...
