Think Fast Talk Smart: Communication Techniques

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Matt Abrahams, Think Fast Talk Smart Visit website › Business · EN · 346 episodes · latest 2026-11-12

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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 Monday and Thursday for new episodes. Subscribe now to unlock your potential as a thoughtful, impactful communicator. Learn more and sign up for our Newsletter at fastersmarter.io.

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340. Rethinks: Why the Conversations You Avoid Cost You the Most

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338. Quick Thinks: 5 Techniques for a Better Sleep & Better Communication

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"It's been a paradigm shift for me to ask whether I can make my situation my ally rather than just try harder."Trying harder isn't always the answer. Sometimes, the key to making progress isn't changing yourself, but…
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335. Power Play: Successfully Navigate Power, Status, and Influence at Work

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“As you're navigating your workplace hierarchy, you're also simultaneously shaping it.”Power shapes the way we work, communicate, and connect with others. But when workplace hierarchies become overly competitive,…
334. Quick Thinks: How to Make the Most Out of Meetings

2026-10-22 · 12 min

“Meetings are often used as band-aids, as ways of covering up for other larger communication challenges.”Few things feel better than seeing a meeting canceled. But what if meetings were something we actually looked…
333. Find the Vibe: Build Stronger Connections Through Communication Part 1

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“Be as curious about the other person as you are excited to share about yourself.”What makes you click with someone? For organizational psychologist and bestselling author Adam Grant, meaningful connection isn't just…
332. Rethinks: Learn Faster and Fail Smarter

2026-10-15 · 35 min

“You learn nothing when you’re right.” Effective communication isn’t about having all the answers. As Astro Teller knows, it’s about finding, and sometimes fumbling, your way through the questions. As Captain of…
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“Boredom is just the enemy of conversation.” Small talk doesn’t have to be boring. For matchmaker and dating coach Rachel Greenwald, better conversations start with a little preparation and a willingness to move beyond…

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Owner: Think Fast Talk Smart
Oldest episode in feed: 01/2020 · over 6 years
Typical length: 21 min
Format: Episodic Newest first, episodes stand alone
Keywords: career growth, career, career skills, influence, Leadership, Improv, communication, communicating

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