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Think Fast Talk Smart: Communication Techniques

Matt Abrahams, Think Fast Talk Smart
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Communication Techniques
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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 message... more

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Recent Guests

Peter Novak
Former vice provost at University of San Francisco and former dean at Yale University; founder of the Strictly Speaking group
Strictly Speaking
Episode: 307. Accent-uate, Don't Compensate: Why Clarity Matters More Than Perfection
Melissa Valentine
Associate Professor in the Management Science and Engineering Department at Stanford; Senior Fellow at the Stanford Institute for Human-Centered AI
Stanford University
Episode: 306. Trust the Process: How to Design Teams That Actually Work
Chris Duffy
Award-winning comedian, television writer, host of TED How to Be a Better Human
Comedian/Writer
Episode: 305. The Humor Habit: Why Great Communicators Think Like Comedians
Kim Storin
Chief Marketing Officer, Zoom
Zoom
Episode: 303. On Point, On Brand: Why Honest Communication Always Lands
David Rogier
Founder and CEO of MasterClass
MasterClass
Episode: 302. Master This: How to Learn Like the Experts Do
Vanessa Van Edwards
Lead investigator at Science of People; author and communications expert
Science of People
Episode: 301. Trust at First Sight: Create More Meaningful Connections
Katherine Reed
Executive Producer, Think Fast Talk Smart
Think Fast Talk Smart
Episode: 300. Matt’s Answers for Better Speaking and Leadership
Neil McPhedran
Guest with a question on first five seconds of public speaking
Think Fast Talk Smart
Episode: 300. Matt’s Answers for Better Speaking and Leadership
Kylé McPhedran
Team member with question on high emotion leadership conversations
Think Fast Talk Smart
Episode: 300. Matt’s Answers for Better Speaking and Leadership

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Matt Abrahams
Host of Think Fast Talk Smart; Stanford GSB lecturer

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 8.7k ratings
  • Awesome podcast!

    Very professional, interesting guests, I always learn something new. Keep up the good work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Elisa Di Napoli
    New Zealanda month ago
  • Executive speaker coach

    The best source for real-world, practical and well-crafted insights on communication competence and excellence.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rosemary Ravinal
    United States2 months ago
  • Something for everyone

    I can't say enough good things about what I have heard so far. As someone who has never trained their communication abilities, this is exactly what I need to get started on my journey to being a better communicator.

    Audible
    5
    Anonymous
    United States2 months ago
  • AI podcast?

    Why do they speak so unnaturally? Is it AI??

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    A1256
    Australia2 months ago
  • Always leave having learned something

    This is by far one of my favourite podcasts. Each episode leaves me with practical tips, new perspectives and approaches. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    amcuglietta
    Canada3 months ago

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306. Trust the Process: How to Design Teams That Actually Work
Q: Can you define for us what a Flash Team is and what people, processes, and infrastructure enable Flash Teams to get aligned and execute quickly?
Flash Teams are lightweight, fast-assembling groups drawn from diverse expertise; they rely on a guiding framework, clear roles, and a platform (like Upwork) to rapidly assemble talent. Trust is initiated through Swift Trust, and ongoing coordination is supported by a combination of open brainstorming and later, highly coordinated execution as deadlines approach.
307. Accent-uate, Don't Compensate: Why Clarity Matters More Than Perfection
Q: What techniques do you recommend to improve intelligibility and comprehensibility without compromising accent?
Focus on clarity of meaning and delivery, structure content clearly, use tempo and pauses strategically, underline content words, and utilize script-based rehearsals with voice inflection to convey emphasis and intent.
307. Accent-uate, Don't Compensate: Why Clarity Matters More Than Perfection
Q: Your work highlights the impact accents can have on people's perceptions. Can you define accent bias and its workplace effects?
Accent bias is the reflex to trust those who sound like us, which tends to assign higher credibility to in-group speakers and can influence hiring, promotions, and leadership perceptions. Confidence and clear delivery can mitigate this bias even when the speaker has a different accent.
305. The Humor Habit: Why Great Communicators Think Like Comedians
Q: What's a practical tip to make humor feel collaborative rather than self-centered?
Focus on making the other person look good and creating a shared experience, treating humor as a joint creation rather than a solo spotlight.
305. The Humor Habit: Why Great Communicators Think Like Comedians
Q: How do you handle moments when a joke bombs or falls flat?
Treat it as information about the room's state, avoid over-acknowledging it, frame it as a learning moment, and use the moment to guide the audience back into the conversation.

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Think Fast Talk Smart: Communication Techniques delivers practical, research-backed strategies for clear, confident, and impactful communication in real-world contexts. Episodes cover structuring messages, handling impromptu situations, improving listening, managing anxiety, and using storytelling to persuade. A notable strength is translating academic concepts into bite-sized, immediately usable tips, often featuring guests who are leading researchers, educators, athletes, and business leaders. The show's approachable, coaching-focused format—frequent emphasis on presence, warmth, and audience awareness—makes it a strong fit for professionals seeking tangible improvements in everyday communication and leadership presence.

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