Think Fast Talk Smart: Communication Techniques 233. Tech Tools: Write with Confidence and Impact
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Oct 2, 2025 Max Lytvyn, co-founder of Grammarly, shares insights on transforming communication with precision. He reveals that Grammarly was born from the realization that many struggle to express their thoughts clearly. Discussing AI's role in enhancing writing, he emphasizes the importance of starting with your communication goal. Max praises Adam Grant for his clear communication style and shares a clever tactic for contentious conversations—beginning with a sincere 'yes' to foster collaboration. Tune in for impactful tips on effective expression!
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Plagiarism Sparked A Writing Tool
- Max Lytvyn explains Grammarly's origin from running a plagiarism-detection company and interviewing users.
- He recounts that many plagiarized because people struggled to put thoughts into writing, inspiring a tool to help them write.
Make Every Piece Of Writing Count
- Grammarly aims to transform emails, documents, and posts into polished professional communications instantly.
- The product focuses on saving time and mental effort while improving tone and audience effectiveness.
Use AI To Speed Up Drafting
- Use AI features to draft or polish messaging quickly by giving structure and examples as input.
- Max says he produced a refined elevator pitch in about two minutes using Grammarly's AI.