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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Clear communication during times of uncertainty.Whether leading people through a 15-minute meeting or a years-long pandemic, communication re...
Ten essential communication strategies designed to elevate your skills.2024 has been an incredible year for learning and growth, and as we he...
Age diversity and cross-generational synergy can transform an organization.Most of us know age diversity matters in the workplace. But accord...
Enjoy this preview of our first Ask Matt Anything (AMA).We are excited to introduce this special edition of Think Fast, Talk Smart, featuring...
Crafting impactful toasts for every occasion."Almost reflexively, most of us focus in the moment on how others are perceiving us, yet these s...
Turn any meeting or get-together into a chance for deep connection and collaboration.Whether you’re holding a team meeting or hosting a famil...
Master holiday conversations.The holiday season is a time of joy, connection, and, occasionally, communication challenges and as we gather wi...
Visit fastersmarter.io/premium to become a Premium subscriber."Start with the action moment or right before it," advises Hilary Price whose o...
Mindfulness can transform your communication and your career.When we react, our instincts and impulses are in the driver’s seat. But when we...
Make your audience a part of the story.Great storytellers don't just relay information — they create experiences. As magicians, TikTok influe...
Wisdom from the witness stand to the newsstand.The best storytellers might not call themselves storytellers at all. But from litigating in th...
What makes a great conversation?“Many of us dread small talk,” says Harvard Business School professor and author Alison Wood Brooks. Yet s...
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Make your message memorable.“Immediately forgettable” — that’s how Matthew Dicks describes most of the business communication that he encount...
Beyond the Big Screen.Every business meeting, product launch, or marketing communication has something in common with your favorite movie: th...
Why practice is the key to success.If there’s anyone who knows about performing under pressure, it’s former NFL quarterback Andrew Luck. Whet...
Create more meaningful communication by defining your audience. Before you even think about communicating a message, defining a brand, or dev...
