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S36 E1: "Think Faster, Talk Smarter: How to Speak Successfully When You're Put on the Spot" by Matt Abrahams

Oct 9, 2023
15:21
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Matt Abrahams, Stanford lecturer and host of 'Think Fast, Talk Smart' podcast, shares strategies for excelling in spontaneous communication. Learn anxiety management techniques, embrace mistakes as growth opportunities, enhance listening and connecting skills, and use a simple structure for effective communication.
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Quick takeaways

  • Deep breathing and present-oriented mindset can reduce anxiety in spontaneous communication.
  • Instead of aiming for perfection, focus on connection and embrace mistakes as learning opportunities for better communication.

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Reducing Anxiety and Speaking Spontaneously

Speaking spontaneously can be a challenge, causing confusion and anxiety. Techniques such as deep breathing and becoming present-oriented can help reduce anxiety symptoms. Focusing on both symptoms and sources of anxiety can create an anxiety management plan to feel more calm and confident when speaking.

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