All Ears English Podcast
AEE 2064: How Structure and Strategies Help You Speak Spontaneously with Matt Abrahams from Stanford
Sep 20, 2023
Join Matt Abrahams, a Stanford lecturer and host of Think Fast, Talk Smart, as he shares fascinating insights into spontaneous speaking. He discusses three strategic approaches to boost confidence in high-pressure situations. Matt emphasizes the importance of connection over perfection, especially for non-native speakers. The conversation introduces the 'What? So what? Now what?' framework for clarity, and practical tips for mastering small talk through active listening. Tune in for essential communication techniques to enhance your skills!
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Quick takeaways
- The goal of communication is to effectively connect with the audience, not to speak perfectly.
- Using a simple three-step structure of 'what, so what, and now what' can help improve spontaneity and confidence in speaking.
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Reducing Pressure and Being Audience-Centric
One of the main challenges for non-native English speakers is the pressure to speak perfectly. The key is to remind ourselves that the goal is to communicate our ideas effectively and connect with our audience. By focusing on being in service of our audience and understanding that there is no one right way to communicate, we can reduce the pressure and speak more confidently.
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