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Matt Abrahams

Think Fast Talk Smart

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.

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Think Fast, Talk Smart: Communication Techniques

Be ready, stay grounded, and communicate clearly — no matter what’s at stake.

Communicating under pressure isn’t just a useful skill — it can be the difference between escalation and resolution. For Chris Voss, former FBI hostage negotiator and CEO of The Black Swan Group, it’s a daily discipline built on empathy, self-regulation, and intentional listening. In this expanded conversation from our Spontaneous Speaking miniseries, Voss offers a rare window into the mindset and methods that helped him show up calm, focused, and adaptable when the pressure is sky-high.
“Emotional intelligence is an insane accelerator to outcomes,” Voss shares, explaining how empathy, tone, and timing can shift the direction of any conversation. He breaks down techniques like labeling and mirroring, explores how to use silence and word choice strategically, and explains why overthinking can be just as risky as acting too fast. From gut-level pattern recognition to tactical use of voice, Voss shows how communication becomes more impactful when we’re not trying to control — but to connect.
In this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, Voss and host Matt Abrahams dive into how negotiation techniques developed for life-or-death situations can be applied far beyond them — offering powerful takeaways for anyone who needs to think clearly under pressure, stay agile in the moment, and communicate effectively when it matters most.

Episode Reference Links:

Chris Voss • 
 • Chris’s Book: 
Never Split the Difference Ep.197 Prep or Perish: Mastering In-the-Moment Communication (1 of 3)Ep.198 Pause and Effect: Mastering In-the-Moment Communication (2 of 3)Ep.199 Blunder Pressure: Mastering In-the-Moment Communication (3 of 3)Ep.203 No Script, No Problem: Final Secrets to Speaking Under Pressure (Bonus) • 

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Chapters:

 • (00:00) - Introduction 

 • (02:39) - Path to Hostage Negotiation 

 • (03:31) - Power of Emotional Intelligence 

 • (04:49) - Staying Calm Under Pressure 

 • (05:59) - Mental Prep & Mindset 

 • (07:07) - Trusting Your Gut 

 • (07:47) - Avoiding Overthinking 

 • (08:50) - Flexibility in Negotiations 

 • (10:04) - Listen More, Talk Less 

 • (10:20) - Labeling & Mirroring 

 • (12:40) - Tone Shapes Impact 

 • (13:55) - The Final Three Questions 

 • (19:26) - Conclusion

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228. Negotiate Your Way to Success: Empathy, Mirroring, and Labeling

Transform how you communicate with tools that make your message stick.

Great communication isn’t just about what you say — it’s about what your audience remembers. That’s why Jim Szafranski, CEO of Prezi, believes that visuals and storytelling are key to making ideas stick.
For more than 15 years, Prezi has been reimagining the way we share information, helping communicators move beyond static slides and into dynamic, memorable experiences. In the first episode of the Think Fast, Talk Smart Tech Tools miniseries, host Matt Abrahams talks with Szafranski about why visuals are so powerful for retention, how non-linear storytelling can make presentations more engaging, and the role AI now plays in shaping the stories we tell.
In addition to insight-packed discussions, this miniseries explores innovative tools that enhance the way we communicate and connect. Whether you want to make your presentations more memorable, craft stories that stick, or connect with your audience on a deeper level, these episodes will help you communicate with greater clarity, confidence, and impact.

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Chapters:

 • (00:00) - Introduction 

 • (01:18) - Prezi Elevator Structure 

 • (02:09) - The Power of Visuals in Storytelling 

 • (04:12) - Making Complex Ideas Simple 

 • (06:22) - When to Use Visuals 

 • (09:01) - Advantages of Non-Linear Storytelling 

 • (11:26) - AI’s Role in Visual Communication 

 • (14:22) - Favorite Communicator 

 • (15:37) - Communication Hack or Tool 

 • (17:28) - Conclusion

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227. Tech Tools: Move Your Audience By Moving Through Your Presentation

Reinventing your life or career starts with reflection and conversation.

 Making the leap — to a new career, to the next stage of a relationship, or to a different version of yourself — requires honest communication. For Ilana Golan, being “leap-ready” requires that we answer three questions: Why me? Why this? And why now?

Golan knows all about these leaps, as her career spans corporate executive roles, entrepreneurship, and even F-16 flight instruction. As the founder of Leap Academy and host of the Leap Academy Podcast, she helps equip others to navigate their own personal and professional reinventions. As she says, “It’s really about communicating from the vision,” which starts as an inside job. “Why is this the right thing for me right now? You convince yourself first, because when you're [at] peace with what you're trying to do, it's a lot easier to convince others.”

In this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, Golan and host Matt Abrahams explore how honest communication shapes every stage of reinvention, whether that’s listening to the signals your mind and body are sending you — like “sleepwalking through life” and imagining something more — or articulating your pivot in ways that create understanding rather than resistance. Wherever you hope to leap, Golan’s insights show how to communicate through change with confidence and clarity.

Episode Reference Links:

Ilana GolanLeap Academy • 
Podcast | Leap AcademyEp.187 Experimenting, Failing, and Finding Your Job Fit - Catalyze Your CareerEp.147 Disrupt Yourself: How to Innovate Who You Are and Become Who You Can Be • 

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Chapters:

(00:00) - Introduction
(02:08) - Breaking Barriers & Career Patterns
(02:47) - Waking Up to Change
(04:11) - Signs It’s Time for a Pivot
(07:14) - The Rise of Portfolio Careers
(10:46) - Communicating Career Leaps
(13:58) - Finding Clarity in Reinvention
(19:13) - The Final Three Questions
(22:08) - Conclusion

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226. Reinvent Yourself: Turning Uncertainty Into Opportunity

In the digital age, it’s critical to craft communication that fits the context.

Like it or not, algorithms now decide whose messages get heard. “If you want to communicate effectively,” says Adam Aleksic, “you need to be exactly aware of what that medium is doing.”

Aleksic is a linguist, author, and educational content creator with millions of followers across TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube. His latest book, Algospeak: How Social Media Is Transforming the Future of Language, explores how the platforms we use create new contexts that require new ways of communicating. “Every medium uniquely affects how we communicate, and we adapt our speech to these media,” he says. In the same way that we tailor communication for the contexts of the office, the gym, or the bar, digital platforms — and the algorithms that drive them — require the same contextualized communication. “You have to appeal to [the] algorithm,” he says.

In this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, Aleksic and host Matt Abrahams examine how words are born, change meaning, and spread in the digital age. Their conversation highlights practical ways to be more intentional with the words we choose by considering the medium, understanding the context, and adapting communication accordingly.

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Episode Reference Links:

Adam Aleksic • Adam’s Book: 
AlgospeakEp.91 Um, Like, So: How Filler Words Can Create More Connected, Effective Communication • 

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Chapters:

(00:00) - Introduction 
(00:50) - Language, Labels, & Identity
(03:09) - What Is Algospeak?
(04:15) - Generational Language Gaps
(06:32) - Communicating for Multiple Mediums
(09:14) - Mastering Virality & Engagement
(10:41) - Semiotics & Going Viral
(12:27) - The Evolution of “Like”
(13:38) - Hedging, Ambiguity, & Power Dynamics
(16:16) - Actionable Takeaways on Communication
(17:27) - Grammar: Rules, Context, & Changing Norms
(19:30) - The Final Three Questions
(24:51) - Conclusion

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225. Speaking Fluent Internet: How Algorithms Are Changing the Way We Speak

Why modern communication still relies on ancient words and narratives.

All communication and connection depend on one thing: language. That’s why Laura Spinney says understanding language — where it comes from and how it evolves over time — can help us use it more effectively.

“Language is incredibly powerful,” says Spinney, an author and journalist published in the Atlantic, National Geographic, Nature, and New Scientist. As “humanity’s oldest tool,” language has evolved as we have, which Spinney explores in her latest book, Proto: How One Ancient Language Went Global. In addition to the words themselves, there are also the stories that humans have carried with them for millennia. “Some stories that we still tell today,” Spinney notes, have remained stable for tens of thousands of years — providing more than just entertainment — shaping how we understand the world, share knowledge, and build community.

In this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, Spinney and host Matt Abrahams discuss why language and storytelling are fundamental to being human, what makes a story compelling, and how our ever-evolving language continues to be our best tool for communication and connection.

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Episode Reference Links:

Laura Spinney • 
 • Laura’s Books: 
Proto • / 
Pale RiderEp.168 How Story Can Change Everything in Your CareerEp.91 Um, Like, So: How Filler Words Can Create More Connected, Effective Communication • 

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Chapters:

(00:00) - Introduction
(02:13) - Power & Limits of Language
(02:44) - Detecting Lies
(04:35) - Origins of Storytelling
(07:31) - What Makes a Great Story
(10:20) - Proto-Indo-European Language
(12:41) - Language Families & Connections
(14:55) - Language Clues in History
(17:06) - The Final Three Questions
(22:06) - Conclusion

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224. Make Your Messages Epic: The Evolution of Words and the Stories They Carry

By lightening up your communication, you can build serious connections.

Humor in communication isn’t all fun and games. According to Alison Wood Brooks and Naomi Bagdonas, levity is one of the most serious tools we have in building successful connections.

Wood Brooks and Bagdonas, both teachers, authors, and experts in the field of communication, recognize how crucial levity is to our professional and personal interactions. “It’s easy to think of [humor] as this extra bonus thing,” says Wood Brooks. “What we find is it’s incredibly core to how people are relating to each other.” Bagdonas agrees: “When there's the presence of laughter in team meetings, those teams are more successful and more creative. Leaders with a sense of humor—not even a good sense of humor—are seen as more motivating, more admired, [and] their teams report being more engaged.”

In this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, Wood Brooks and Bagdonas join host Matt Abrahams to explore levity as a mindset, or as Bagdonas puts it, “Navigating life on the precipice of a smile.” Together, they share how lightness and humor can break barriers, bridge connections, and unlock the door to better communication.

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Episode Reference Links:

Alison Wood Brooks • 
 • Alison’s Book: 
TalkNaomi Bagdonas • 
 • Naomi’s Book: 
Humor, SeriouslyEp.13 Make ’Em Laugh: How to Use Humor as a Secret Weapon in Your CommunicationEp.73 Listen Up: Why It’s Better to Be Interested Than InterestingEp.89 Listen, Listen, Listen: How to Build Deep ConnectionsEp.169 Don't Be a ZQ: Make Your Conversations Count • 

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Chapters:

(00:00) - Introduction
(03:22) - Talk Tour Insights
(04:42) - Top Advice on Asking Questions
(06:52) - Guiding Principles for Leaders
(09:26) - Importance of Levity
(11:26) - Why Humor Matters
(13:15) - Letting Go of Comfort
(16:33) - Overthinking Levity
(18:39) - Creating Space for Levity
(22:11) - Conclusion

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223. Laughing Matters: Levity, Leadership, and Lasting Connection

Some conversations are uncomfortable, but avoiding them comes with a cost.

You want a more successful career, a more fulfilling relationship, a more meaningful life? What if all that’s standing in your way — are the conversations that you’re avoiding?

“Most things that we want in life are on the other side of a difficult conversation,” says Jenn Wynn, a professor at NYU Stern School of Business and previously the director of education at the Obama Foundation. For nearly 10 years, she has taught a course on difficult conversations that equips people to communicate through discomfort in pursuit of what they want. “Sometimes it's a difficult conversation with a loved one, a colleague, a boss… sometimes it's a difficult conversation with myself,” she says. “Are you going to give up on your biggest dreams because you weren't willing to step out of your comfort zone?”

In this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, Wynn and host Matt Abrahams discuss how to build the “hard but worth-it skills” necessary for difficult communication. Whether it's asking for a raise, setting boundaries, or addressing conflict, Wynn’s insights show that the conversations you’re avoiding aren’t just holding you back — they’re keeping you from the life you really want.

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Episode Reference Links:

Jenn WynnThe H.I. Note: Healing Inspirations from LifeEp.22 Under Pressure: How to Communicate Clearly and Timely During a Crisis • 

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Chapters:

(00:00) - Introduction
(02:08) - Understanding Difficult Conversations
(04:25) - Developing Emotional Intelligence
(05:25) - Self-Awareness, Pause, Reframe
(07:40) - Common Communication Barriers
(09:36) - Listening for Understanding
(12:13) - Using AI for Communication
(14:05) - Creating Psychological Safety
(16:41) - The Final Three Questions
(23:34) - Conclusion

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222. Discussing Through Discomfort: Why the Conversations You Avoid Cost You the Most

How do you stay clear, calm, and precise when every word counts and there’s no room for error?

Staying calm and focused while translating high-stakes conversations in real time isn’t just a language skill — it’s a masterclass in communication under pressure. And for Giampaolo Bianchi, simultaneous interpreter for the United Nations and World Health Organization, it’s a challenge he meets with presence, precision, and a whole lot of preparation. In this expanded conversation from our Spontaneous Speaking series, Bianchi offers a behind-the-scenes look at how he prepares for — and performs in — moments where being calm, in control, and adaptable are essential.
“We don’t translate words — we translate ideas,” Bianchi explains, highlighting the mindset shift that allows interpreters to go beyond language and convey meaning with clarity and nuance. He shares the role of rigorous preparation, physical grounding, and mental focus in his work, and explains how tools like note systems, pre-session rituals, and active listening help manage cognitive load during live interpretation.
In this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, Bianchi and host Matt Abrahams explore how the principles of simultaneous interpretation apply far beyond the booth — offering valuable strategies for anyone who needs to communicate effectively under pressure, adapt in the moment, and ensure their smartest communication happens without a script.

Episode Reference Links:

Giampaolo BianchiEp.197 Prep or Perish: Mastering In-the-Moment Communication (1 of 3)Ep.198 Pause and Effect: Mastering In-the-Moment Communication (2 of 3)Ep.199 Blunder Pressure: Mastering In-the-Moment Communication (3 of 3)Ep.203 No Script, No Problem: Final Secrets to Speaking Under Pressure (Bonus) • 

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Chapters:

(00:00) - Introduction
(02:25) - Becoming a UN Interpreter
(03:33) - Staying Calm Under Pressure
(04:46) - Translating Emotion, Not Just Words
(05:53) - Memory and Focus Techniques
(07:34) - The Power of Preparation
(09:00) - Pre-Meeting Rituals and Readiness
(10:17) - Handling Mistakes in Real Time
(11:27) - Interpreter Habits in Daily Life
(12:28) - The Final Three Questions
(17:47) - Conclusion

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221. Don’t Get Lost in Translation: Staying Cool When Every Word Counts

Master the art of thinking on your feet and turning unpredictability into powerful communication.

Being quick on your feet isn’t just a performance skill — it’s a communication necessity. And for Peter Sagal, longtime host of NPR’s Wait Wait… Don’t Tell Me, it’s a craft he’s honed over more than two decades in front of a live audience. In this expanded conversation from our Spontaneous Speaking series, Sagal shares what it really takes to communicate with presence, flexibility, and confidence when the script goes out the window.
“My job was no longer to be funny — my job was to make funny possible,” Sagal explains, reflecting on the shift from performer to facilitator. He opens up about how structure and ritual prepare him to embrace chaos, why listening matters more than cleverness, and how he defines success not by what he says, but by what others are able to say because of him. “Preparation is key,” he notes, “but being willing to let go of that preparation and follow what’s happening in the moment is really important.”
In this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, Sagal and host Matt Abrahams discuss how to navigate speaking on the spot—whether you're managing meetings, leading teams, or handling high-stakes conversations—and offer a powerful reminder: the best spontaneous communicators don’t control the moment—they connect through it.

Episode Reference Links:

Peter D Sagal • 
Ep.197 Prep or Perish: Mastering In-the-Moment Communication (1 of 3)Ep.198 Pause and Effect: Mastering In-the-Moment Communication (2 of 3)Ep.199 Blunder Pressure: Mastering In-the-Moment Communication (3 of 3)Ep.203 No Script, No Problem: Final Secrets to Speaking Under Pressure (Bonus) • 

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Chapters:

(00:00) - Introduction
(02:34) - Making Funny Possible
(03:43) - Ditching the Script
(06:58) - Pre-Show Rituals
(09:13) - How to Introduce People Well
(12:16) - Being Funny in the Moment
(14:10) - Staying Present On Stage
(16:30) - Gracious Communication
(20:49) - The Final Three Questions
(24:25) - Conclusion

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220. Prep Like a Pro: Communication Confidence, Clarity, and Comedy

When communicating with their employees, most firms have no idea who they’re talking to.

Good communication is about knowing your audience. But if your organization is only focused on knowing your customers, James Root says you're forgetting a whole other cohort: your employees.

Root is a senior partner at Bain & Company, Chair of Bain Futures, and author of The Archetype Effect, in which he reveals a simple but overlooked truth: people want different things from their jobs. Despite this, most companies’ approach to employee motivation and reward is one-size-fits-all. “Every aspect of the standard organization model is built around this idea of the average worker,” he says. The problem? No average worker exists. “What people want from work is highly varied,” he says, and while many organizations spend millions to learn what drives their customers, “The mystery is why haven't we applied that same thinking to our workers?"

In this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, Root and host Matt Abrahams explore how firms can transform organizational success by understanding their internal audience. Whether you're trying to attract new talent or encourage better performance from the team you already have, Root's research shows why it’s about knowing your audience — recognizing that different people are motivated by fundamentally different things at work.

Episode Reference Links:

James Root • James’ Book: 
The Archetype EffectThe Archetype QuizEp.176 From Stereotypes to Synergy: Communicating Across GenerationsEp.104 How to Change: Building Better Habits and Behaviors (And Getting Out of Your Own Way) • 

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Chapters:

(00:00) - Introduction
(02:02) - The Evolving Nature of Work
(05:02) - Leading Multigenerational Teams
(08:31) - The Six Archetypes Explained
(13:36) - The Archetypes Evolution
(20:19) - The Final Three Question
(23:37) - Conclusion

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219. Six Motivations, One Workplace: Who Are You at Work?

Why do we drive on only one side of the road? Why don’t we sing in libraries? Why wear a swimsuit?

For Professor Michele Gelfand, it all comes down to culture. As a cross-cultural psychologist, Gelfand is fascinated by social environments and their effects on human behavior, particularly, how strictly people adhere to social norms.

In this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, Gelfand joins host and lecturer of strategic communications Matt Abrahams to explain why some cultures are “tight” and “have strict social norms,” while others are “loose,” with “more permissibility of behavior.”

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Threatening Language Can Be Contagious. This New Tool Tracks Its SpreadWhy the Pandemic Slammed “Loose” Countries Like the U.S.Rule Makers, Rule Breakers: How Tight and Loose Cultures Wire Our WorldMindset Quiz: How Tight or Loose Are You?

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67. What Is Normal? How Culture Affects Communication Styles

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