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Feb 24
3 in 30: Marnie’s Entrepreneur Journey
In this episode, Lauren turns the mic on co-host Marnie Lemonik to unpack her journey from corporate professional to Career Coach.Marnie shares the behind-the-scenes story of how she “shot her shot” with Career Contessa years before officially joining the team, what pushed her to ... Show More
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Mid-Career and Losing Steam? Let’s Fix That
Feeling stuck in your career? You’re not alone. In this episode, Lauren talks with McKinsey senior partner and A CEO for All Seasons coauthor Carolyn Dewar about what to do when your early wins fade and your career momentum stalls. Drawing on insights from 83 top CEOs, Carolyn sh ... Show More
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Why Smart Teams Still Fail
What makes some teams thrive while others struggle? Leadership expert Dr. Vanessa Druskat joins Lauren to share why team success depends on emotional intelligence—not just talent.You’ll learn:Why emotionally intelligent teams outperform othersHow to build trust and psychological ... Show More
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Jan 2020
1. Speaking Without a Net: How to Master Impromptu Communication
<p>Most professional communication is spontaneous in nature: it’s providing feedback in the moment, answering questions, introducing people. On this podcast episode, Strategic Communication lecturer Matt Abrahams speaks with Stanford lecturers <a href="https://www.fastersmarter.i ... Show More
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Oct 2020
21. Words Matter: How to Make Your Communication Inclusive
23m 57s
Apr 2021
31. Quick Thinks: How to Shine Online and Excel at Virtual Communication
<p>It has been over a year since millions of people have switched from office work to working from home. In this episode of <a href="https://www.fastersmarter.io/"><em>Think Fast, Talk Smart</em></a><em>,</em> lecturer and host Matt Abrahams highlights guests’ top takeaways on ho ... Show More
12m 58s
Jan 2024
Think Fast, Talk Smart: The Podcast (A Sound Bite!)
<p>Whether you’re giving a toast or presenting in a meeting, communication is critical to success in business and in life. Join Matt Abrahams, a lecturer of Strategic Communication at Stanford Graduate School of Business, as he sits down with experts in the field to discuss real- ... Show More
1m 53s
Jan 2020
Introducing Think Fast, Talk Smart: The Podcast
<p>Join Matt Abrahams, lecturer in strategic communication at Stanford Graduate School of Business, as he sits down with experts from across the world to discuss public speaking anxiety, speaking off the cuff, nailing a Q&A, and more.</p><p><strong>Connect:</strong></p><ul><l ... Show More
1m 37s
Feb 2020
4. The Journey to Mastery: How Self Reflection Can Improve Communication
<p>What does it mean to truly master communication? How can we speak and write for the most impact? In this podcast episode of <a href="https://www.fastersmarter.io/"><em>Think Fast, Talk Smart</em></a>, Stanford Graduate School of Business lecturers <a href="https://www.fastersm ... Show More
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Oct 2020
22. Under Pressure: How to Communicate Clearly and Timely During a Crisis
28m 4s
Apr 2024
879. Think Fast, Talk Smart: Communication Techniques for Spontaneous Speaking 🗣️ with Matt Abrahams
<p>Top tips for spontaneous speaking 🏆 with communication expert Matt Abrahams, a professor at the Stamford Graduate School of Business, California. Matt is a leading expert in his field and his new book "Think Faster, Talk Smarter: How to Speak Successfully When You're Put on t ... Show More
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Apr 2022
56. Lean Messaging: How Simple Messages Really Stick
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Jan 2022
48. Speaking Up Without Freaking Out: How to Tackle Communication Anxiety
<p>“Eighty five percent of people report being nervous about speaking in public, and I believe the other 15% are lying,” says Matt Abrahams, lecturer in Strategic Communication and podcast host. “What is it about speaking in front of others that makes most of us nervous? Well, th ... Show More
27 m
Stanford professor, author, and podcast host Matt Abrahams is back on the show to share simple tips that will help you think faster and talk smarter. You’ll learn:How to manage speaking anxiety symptomsSimple ways to structure your communication for the audienceHow to reframe the way you approach a negotiation3 communications skills to master for successTips ... Show More
<p>What way can the language we use reinforce existing stereotypes and biases? </p><p>In this episode of <a href="https://www.fastersmarter.io/"><em>Think Fast, Talk Smart</em></a><em>,</em> <a href="https://www.fastersmarter.io/guests/sarah-soule/">Sarah Soule</a>, Senior Associ ... Show More
<p>“Knowing your values gives you a beacon, or a lamppost, that can inform how you’re going to prioritize your actions.” </p><p>In this episode of <a href="https://www.fastersmarter.io/"><em>Think Fast, Talk Smart</em></a><em>, </em>Stanford Graduate School of Business lecturer ... Show More
<p>“Anyone can make a complicated thing sound complicated. It takes real skill to make it sound simple.” This episode of <a href="https://www.fastersmarter.io/"><em>Think Fast, Talk Smart</em></a> features <a href="https://www.fastersmarter.io/guests/steve-blank/">Steve Blank</a> ... Show More
