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Think Faster, Talk Smarter
- Author
- Matt Abrahams
- Narrator
- Matt Abrahams
- Publisher
- Pan Macmillan
- Publish Date
- 28 September 2023
- Run Time
- 7 hours 11 minutes
- Format
- x-book®
- Genre
- Business communication, etiquette and presentation, Assertiveness, motivation, self-esteem and positive mental attitude, Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP), Advice on careers and achieving success, Memory improvement and thinking techniques
- Rating
- 4.5 (2 reviews)
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What to expect
Read by the author.
'Filled with practical, tactical advice, this book is indispensable' – Kim Scott, bestselling author of Radical Candor
Stanford lecturer and host of the #1 business podcast Think Fast, Talk Smart, Matt Abrahams, reveals the secrets to finding the right words when it counts.
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 has only boosted this fear, by stripping the spontaneity from communication during lockdown, and then changing the communication landscape.
In this invaluable guide, Matt Abrahams provides a six-point methodology that will enable you to cut through the anxiety arising from 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.
When you purchase this title, an accompanying PDF will be available in your audiobook library along with the audio.
Critics Review
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Remarkably helpful and specific. I certainly plan to follow Abrahams' recommendations
Robert Cialdini, internationally bestselling author of Pre-Suasion
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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
Tony Fadell, inventor of the iPod, co-creator of the iPhone, and internationally bestselling author of Build
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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.
David Eagleman, neuroscientist and internationally bestselling author of The Brain
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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
Jonah Berger, internationally bestselling author of Contagious
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Filled with practical, tactical advice, this book is indispensable.
Kim Scott, internationally bestselling author of Radical Candor
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An essential read. Matt Abrahams has a gift for making complex concepts easy to understand and simple to enact
Daniel H. Pink, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Drive
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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!
Laszlo Bock, former Chief People Officer of Google and bestselling author of Work Rules!
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Communication expert and podcast host Matt Abrahams delivers useful advice on how to think on one's feet with the relaxed polish of a seasoned voice professional. His voice and ideas sparkle with energy. The guide is intuitively organized and covers a wide range of speaking situations, such as interviews, Q&A sessions, unscripted remarks to an audience, and conversations between employees and bosses. His focus on the emotional dynamics of any speaking situation will help listeners feel more confident when faced with a speaking challenge.
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User Reviews
Book 4.5
Narration 4.5
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5.0 5.0
This is the first book I have ever listened through concerning communication, and now that I am finished with it, I can say it has been rewarding and comprehensive as a first read on a new topic. The narration is engaging and well paced, the content is concise and well structured. The points made are all clear and actionable. I would heartily recommend you give it a try. Doing so will give you key insights on how to prepare, think and structure your communication in various relevant and common circumstances.
Steffen 2025-03-03 -
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Clear and simple. Useful advice. Certainly worth a listen and some practice after.
Can't find the accompanying pdf ...hallwiton 2024-02-01
Details
- Author
- Matt Abrahams
- Narrator
- Matt Abrahams
- Duration
- 7 hours 11 minutes
- Release Date
- 28 September 2023
- ISBN
- 9781035024995
- Format
- x-book®
- Publisher
- Pan Macmillan
- Genre
- Business communication, etiquette and presentation, Assertiveness, motivation, self-esteem and positive mental attitude, Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP), Advice on careers and achieving success, Memory improvement and thinking techniques
- Rating
- 4.5(2 reviews)
- Narration
- 4.5(2 reviews)
Synopsis
Read by the author.'Filled with practical, tactical advice, this book is indispensable' – Kim Scott, bestselling author of Radical CandorStanford lecturer and host of the #1 business podcast Think Fast, Talk Smart, Matt Abrahams, reveals the secrets to finding the right words when it counts.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 has only boosted this fear, by stripping the spontaneity from communication during lockdown, and then changing the communication landscape.In this invaluable guide, Matt Abrahams provides a six-point methodology that will enable you to cut through the anxiety arising from 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.When you purchase this title, an accompanying PDF will be available in your audiobook library along with the audio.
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