Stuck in Small Talk? Try These Communication Techniques to Win them Over | Matt Abrahams

In this episode, Matt Abrahams shares his expertise in communication and how to speak successfully when put on the spot. Matt is a leading expert in communication with decades of experience as an educator, author, podcast host, and coach. As a Lecturer in Organizational Behavior at Stanford University’s Graduate School of Business, he teaches popular classes in strategic communication and effective virtual presenting. He has also helped countless presenters improve their communication skills, including those delivering IPO road shows and TED talks. During our conversation, we delve into the power of spontaneous communication and how it can enhance our creativity and ability to convey ideas. Matt emphasizes the importance of mindset, managing anxiety, and being present in the moment. We explore the key ingredients of charisma and how they can be learned and practiced. Matt also shares practical strategies for structuring our messages and making them relevant and engaging. Some highlights we explore: - The impact of anxiety on spontaneous speaking - The mindset shift from seeing communication as a threat to an opportunity - The importance of listening and being present in conversations - The role of structure in delivering effective messages Tune in to this episode to learn actionable techniques for thinking faster and talking smarter in any spontaneous speaking situation. Get ready to boost your communication skills and confidently convey your ideas in the moment. Enjoy! 00:00 Unlocking the Power of Spontaneous Communication 00:37 Welcoming Matt: A Deep Dive into Effective Communication 05:38 The Essence of Charisma and Communication Skills 11:20 Mastering Anxiety and Enhancing Focus in Communication 28:11 The Art of Small Talk: Navigating Social Interactions 32:52 Navigating Deep Personal Disclosures in Social Settings 34:25 The Art of Mutual Disclosure and Conversation Dynamics 35:43 Mastering Small Talk: Supporting vs. Shifting Responses 37:25 Improvisation and Structure in Social Interactions 38:22 Effortless Brilliance and Preparing for Public Speaking 39:15 Crafting the Perfect Toast: A Step-by-Step Guide 44:32 Communication Skills for Personal and Professional Growth 55:45 Creative Processes and the Impact of Communication ABOUT MATT ABRAHAMS: Matt Abrahams is a leading expert in communication with decades of experience as an educator, author, podcast host, and coach. He is a Lecturer in Organizational Behavior at Stanford University’s Graduate School of Business and teaches popular classes in strategic communication and effective virtual presenting. Matt is also a sought-after keynote speaker and communication consultant, having helped numerous presenters improve their communication skills. He is the author of “Think Faster, Talk Smarter: How to Speak Successfully When You’re Put on the Spot“ and “Speaking Up without Freaking Out: 50 Techniques for Confident and Compelling Presenting.“ ABOUT Think Faster, Talk Smarter: “Think Faster, Talk Smarter: How to Speak Successfully When You’re Put on the Spot“ by Matt Abrahams provides actionable skills for successful spontaneous speaking. The book argues that thinking faster and talking smarter can be learned through preparation and practice. It provides strategies for managing anxiety, responding to different moods, and communicating in concise and compelling ways. It covers various real-life scenarios and emphasizes the importance of conveying one’s true personality and thoughts in the moment. -- ► Useful? Subscribe: Leave me a comment. Let me know what you think! =========================== CONNECT WITH ME: =========================== Get VIP-only content and stay up-to-date with the latest: WEBSITE: FACEBOOK: TWITTER: INSTAGRAM: GOOGLE : SNAPCHAT: ----- Chase Jarvis is well known as a visionary photographer, fine artist and entrepreneur. Chase is cited as one of the most influential photographers of the past decade. As an entrepreneur, Chase created Best Camera - the world’s first mobile photo app to share images direct to social networks - sparking the global photo sharing craze. He is currently the founder & CEO of CreativeLive, the world’s largest live-streaming online education company, having delivered more than a billion minutes of free live education worldwide.