In this episode, Cynthia Kane, author of The Pause Principle: How to Keep Your Cool in Tough Situations, joins the show to discuss how to improve communication by mastering the art of pausing. Cynthia, a communication expert, explains why taking a moment to pause before reacting in difficult situations can lead to more effective and mindful communication, pr ... Show More
Aug 21
Alan Gannett on Unlocking Everyday Creativity for Greater Productivity (Shortcast)
In this Shortcast edition, Alan Gannett, author of The Creative Curve, demystifies the myth that creativity is an inborn talent. Instead, he lays out how great ideas emerge at the intersection of familiarity and novelty—and how anyone can train themselves to consistently produce ... Show More
9m 16s
Aug 18
Michael Long on Taming Dopamine: Regain Focus and Productivity
Michael Long is a bestselling author and speechwriter who co-wrote Taming the Molecule of More, the follow-up to the hit book The Molecule of More. In this conversation, we dive into how dopamine—the brain’s “molecule of more”—drives distraction, craving, creativity, and producti ... Show More
40m 46s
Aug 13
Ingrid Jansen on Decluttering with Purpose: Reset Your Home & Mind
Professional organizer Ingrid Jansen, co-author of Reset Your Home, explains why clutter is more about emotions than “stuff,” why decluttering is a process (not a project), and how to start small—think kitchens, cupboards, and daily resets—to build your “decluttering muscle” over ... Show More
42m 17s
Jul 2024
150. Communication Tips from the Classroom and Around the World
Sometimes, what’s communicated to us can have a big impact on how we communicate to others. This episode explores some of the best communication advice — from experts and Think Fast, Talk Smart listeners around the world.As teachers of Strategic Communication, lecturers Shawon Ja ... Show More
22m 28s
Jul 2024
152. Fix Your Communication: Why It’s About Connection Over Perfection
“Anything is fixable,” say Frances Frei and Anne Morriss. As cohosts of the Fixable podcast, they’re typically the ones doing the fixing, but on this special episode, they turn to Matt Abrahams for tips on what to do when communication breaks down.Both Frei and her wife Morriss a ... Show More
37m 20s
Apr 2025
198. Pause and Effect: Mastering In-the-Moment Communication (2 of 3)
This three-part miniseries is all about keeping your cool when speaking on the spot.Communicating effectively can be challenging enough, even with plenty of time to prepare what we want to say. But for most of our communication, there’s no time to plan, practice, or perfect — we ... Show More
24m 56s
Mar 2025
How To Say Less and Mean More with Communication Expert Jefferson Fisher
Struggling to Be Heard? Master This One Communication Skill to Instantly Gain More Respect & Influence If you’ve ever found yourself over-explaining, struggling to get your point across, or avoiding tough conversations, this episode is for you. Communication expert and trial lawy ... Show More
1h 2m
Sep 2024
Bonus: How to Manage Speaking Anxiety the Think Faster, Talk Smarter Way
Gain control over your speaking and excel in your communication.For the first anniversary of his book Think Faster, Talk Smarter, Matt Abrahams shares strategies from the first chapter, focusing on managing speaking anxiety and improving spontaneous communication. Through persona ... Show More
21m 3s
Mar 2025
The Speaking Coach: The One Word All Liars Use! Stop Saying This Word, It's Making You Sound Weak! The More You Do This, The More You Sound Like A Liar!
How do you communicate like a top lawyer and command respect? Jefferson Fisher reveals the courtroom-tested tricks that win cases AND everyday conversations
Jefferson Fisher is a trial lawyer, communication expert, and host of ‘The Jefferson Fisher Podcast’, where he teaches how ... Show More
2h 17m
Jul 24
The Invalidation Trap: How to Validate Others & Yourself
Uncover the secrets to building deep, meaningful connections with Patrick King's latest book, "How to Listen, Hear, and Validate." This insightful guide explores the art of effective communication, focusing on the fine line between reacting and responding. In Chapter 3, we dive i ... Show More
36m 21s
Jan 2025
S2 EP4 | How to Love Difficult People | The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins | The Messy Podcast
Welcome to Season 2, Episode 4 of The Messy Podcast! In this episode, we dive deep into The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins, a groundbreaking approach to improving relationships, managing stress, and reclaiming your personal power. Whether you're facing difficult people or fee ... Show More
13m 32s