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Future of HR

“Think Faster, Talk Smarter” with Matt Abrahams, a leading expert in communication and Author of “Think Faster, Talk Smarter: How to Speak Successfully When You’re Put on the Spot”

Sep 12, 2023
Matt Abrahams, a leading expert in communication and author of “Think Faster, Talk Smarter: How to Speak Successfully When You’re Put on the Spot,” shares strategies for effective spontaneous communication, including overcoming anxiety, structuring clear and concise arguments, leveraging different communication strategies, influencing others, and giving feedback.
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Quick takeaways

  • Effective communication must be structured for clarity and persuasion.
  • Anxiety in high-stakes communication can be managed through reframing and preparation.

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Effective Communication Requires Structure

Effective communication must be structured, providing a logical connection of ideas. By structuring comments to be clear, concise, and compelling, one can enhance persuasion and influence. Communication structures, such as problem-solution-benefit or opportunity-solution-benefit, can package information in a way that is easily understandable and memorable for the audience.

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