Think Fast Talk Smart: Communication Techniques 1. Speaking Without a Net: How to Master Impromptu Communication
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Jan 15, 2020 
Adam Tobin, a Senior lecturer in film and media studies at Stanford, and Dan Klein, a lecturer in theater and performance studies, share their insights on mastering impromptu communication. They discuss the psychological pressures of spontaneous speaking and offer strategies to embrace uncertainty. The duo emphasizes turning challenges into opportunities through active listening and reframing. With anecdotes from the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, they highlight self-trust, storytelling, and the joy of embracing spontaneity in all communication.
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Embrace the Improvisation
- Acknowledge the pressure to perform and the self-consciousness that arises in impromptu speaking.
- Remember that everyone improvises daily, and being put on the spot shouldn't short-circuit your natural ability.
Getting Lost
- Adam Tobin shares a story about getting lost in San Francisco before GPS.
- This anecdote emphasizes the importance of being present and finding solutions instead of panicking.
Dare to Be Dull
- Dare to be dull, embrace the obvious, and avoid striving for originality.
- This frees you from the pressure to impress, allowing your genuine self to emerge.
