Think Fast, Talk Smart: Communication Techniques
Hosted by Matt Abrahams · Matt Abrahams, Think Fast Talk Smart
4.6from 789 ratings
- 371
- Episodes
- 238
- Transcribed
- 789
- Ratings
- Weekly
- Cadence
- 2020
- First episode
- 177M
- YouTube views
About Think Fast, Talk Smart: Communication Techniques
One of the most essential ingredients to success in business and life is effective communication. Join Matt Abrahams, best-selling author and Strategic Communication lecturer at Stanford Graduate School of Business, as he interviews experts to provide actionable insights that help you communicate with clarity, confidence, and impact. From handling impromptu questions to crafting compelling messages, Matt explores practical strategies for real-world communication challenges. Whether you’re navigating a high-stakes presentation, perfecting your email tone, or speaking off the cuff, Think Fast, Talk Smart equips you with the tools, techniques, and best practices to express yourself effectively in any situation. Enhance your communication skills to elevate your career and build stronger professional relationships. Tune in every Monday and Thursday for new episodes. Subscribe now to unlock your potential as a thoughtful, impactful communicator. Learn more and sign up for our Newsletter at fastersmarter.io.
- Publisher
- Matt Abrahams, Think Fast Talk Smart
- Category
- business · education
- Language
- en
- Explicit
- No
- First episode
- 10 Jan 2020
- Latest episode
- 5 Nov 2026
Latest episodes
238 of 371 episodes have a transcript.
5 Nov 2026TRANSCRIPT
338. Quick Thinks: 5 Techniques for a Better Sleep & Better Communication
2 Nov 2026TRANSCRIPT
337. Success Is Situational: How Feedback & Practice Transform Your Communication
29 Oct 2026TRANSCRIPT
336. Rethinks: The “ABC’s” of Fright-Free Communication
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338. Quick Thinks: 5 Techniques for a Better Sleep & Better Communication
Published 5 Nov 2026 · Transcript excerpt
[…] Finally, I try to ground myself physically by feeling my body on the bed. Focusing on the physical helps me stop the negative feelings. Moving from affect, A, to B, behavioral. To help me prepare for sleep, I follow Dr. Ma's advice and limit my caffeine intake and stop drinking it early in the afternoon. […]
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- Angela Duckworth
- Nir Halevy
- Adam Grant
- Astro Teller
- Rachel Greenwald
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- YouTube views
- 177,195,555
- Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025
- Apple Podcasts (US)
- 4.6 / 5
- 789 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 97 / 100
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- Quality
- 99
- Social presence
- 97
- YouTube
- 93
- Engagement
- 100
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