Think Faster, Talk Smarter (how To Speak Successfully When You're Put On The Spot)

By (author) Abrahams, Matt
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Think Faster, Talk Smarter is the essential guide to finding and delivering the right words when it matters the most – in the moment. From Stanford University lecturer Matt Abrahams.
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In this invaluable guide, Stanford University lecturer and host of the #1 business podcast Think Fast, Talk Smart, Matt Abrahams, provides a six-point methodology to help you cut through the anxiety and find the right words – when it counts.

''Filled with practical, tactical advice, this book is indispensable'' – Kim Scott, bestselling author of Radical Candor

Communication is crucial to success in life and business. However, it is not just big speeches that matter: it is also those critical, spur-of-the-moment situations for which we cannot prepare.

A prospective client asking unexpected questions during a sales pitch, a teacher singling you out for an answer during a class, a high-pressure meeting with senior executives at work, or even a heartwarming toast to deliver on the spot. All are fraught scenarios that might cause you to freeze up. The pandemic boosted this fear, by stripping the spontaneity from communication during lockdown, and then changing the communication landscape in the years since.

Matt Abrahams reveals the secrets to managing these stressful, impromptu circumstances to create and deliver crisp, compelling and calm communication. Think Faster, Talk Smarter is an energetic, engaging resource for anyone who wants to speak out, spread their ideas, and ultimately share their story.

''Exceptional'' – Tony Faddell, inventor of the iPod, co-creator of the iPhone, and internationally bestselling author of Build

''An essential read'' – Daniel H. Pink, bestselling author of Drive

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Remarkably helpful and specific. I certainly plan to follow Abrahams'' recommendations
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Exceptional. His tools for thinking quickly and speaking clearly are indispensable. His easy-to-understand approach helps anyone to become a better ''in-the-moment'' communicator
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A gold standard for communication best practices. Matt’s six step approach to speaking confidently and clearly in spontaneous situations helps calm the nervous system so you can focus on what matters: creating connection with those around you and responding in the moment
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An essential contribution to the communication field. Matt provides a powerful toolkit for managing the anxiety-filled situation of speaking spontaneously — answering questions, giving feedback, addressing mistakes and miscues
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Filled with practical, tactical advice, this book is indispensable
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An essential read. Matt Abrahams has a gift for making complex concepts easy to understand and simple to enact
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Sparkling and deeply human. Abrahams lays out his proven approach to easily and powerfully telling your story, share your achievements, and getting the results you deserve. If you work with people, you must read this book!
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An important part of leadership is being able to communicate effectively. People are frequently in meetings with others where they need to persuade those others. Being able to think on one''s feet and make a positive impression through what we say is essential. I highly recommend Abrahams'' book
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You can learn to navigate nearly any conversation with Think Faster, T