הפודקאסטים הטובים ביותר ב-Smart Tech (2025)

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AI, Security, and Opportunity: How Leaders Can Prepare for the Future 40:28

4d ago40:28

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In this insightful conversation, host Solomon Williams sits down with Madinah Ali, President of Safe PC Solutions, to explore the evolving landscape of AI, cybersecurity, and digital inclusion. Madinah shares her journey into the world of generative AI, her passion for building AI literacy frameworks, and the crucial need to bridge the digital divi…

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230. Tech Tools: Use Visuals to Your Advantage 11:28

10d ago11:28

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Transform how you communicate with tools that make your message stick. Clear communication isn’t just about sharing information — it’s about making ideas stick. That’s why Yuhki Yamashita, Chief Product Officer at Figma, believes the key to effective collaboration lies in turning complex concepts into simple, memorable visuals. For years, Figma has…

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231. Secret Signals: Why We Rarely Say Exactly What We Mean 25:05

5d ago25:05

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Why what isn’t said can communicate more than what is spoken. We often speak in hints and half-truths, not because we can’t be direct, but because subtlety protects our relationships. “An awful lot of the time, we don’t just blurt out what we mean,” says Steven Pinker. “We hint, we wink, we beat around the bush — counting on our listener to read be…

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229. Rethinks: How to Speak Successfully When You’re Put on the Spot 25:28

12d ago25:28

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To celebrate its second anniversary, we revisit our favourite tools and tips from Matt’s book, Think Faster, Talk Smarter. Original executive producer Jenny Luna turns the tables and interviews host and strategic communications lecturer Matt Abrahams about his bestselling book, Think Faster, Talk Smarter: How to Speak Successfully When You're Put o…

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Navigating AI Integration: Startup Success, Enterprise Challenges, and the Future of Agentic AI 30:21

18d ago30:21

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In today's show, host Solomon Williams sits down with Dr. Irene Katzela, managing consultant at Axio4Tech and an expert in network technologies, enterprise system architecture, and startup growth. Dr. Katzela brings a wealth of experience from her journey through academia, consulting for industry giants, supporting startups as a fractional CTO, and…

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Navigating AI’s Black Box: Balancing Innovation, Ethics, and Safety in a Rapidly Evolving Landscape 27:49

18d ago27:49

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In this episode, host Solomon Williams sits down with Mike Jones, founder of EthixU, for a candid conversation on the unpredictable nature of AI, pressing ethical concerns, and the crucial role of testing and transparency. Mike shares his journey from seasoned IT pro to AI ethics advocate, revealing eye-opening personal experiences with AI’s limita…

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228. Negotiate Your Way to Success: Empathy, Mirroring, and Labeling 20:27

19d ago20:27

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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 l…

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227. Tech Tools: Move Your Audience By Moving Through Your Presentation 18:19

24d ago18:19

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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 informa…

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226. Reinvent Yourself: Turning Uncertainty Into Opportunity 24:05

26d ago24:05

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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 thes…

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Decoding Cloud Costs and AI Automation with Orit Yaron of Attribute 27:31

1M ago27:31

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In this episode, host Solomon Williams sits down with Orit Yaron, VP of Engineering at Attribute, to explore the rapidly evolving world of cloud cost management and financial operations, also known as FinOps, in the age of AI. Orit shares her two decades of experience leading engineering teams, from startup beginnings to major milestones like IPOs.…

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225. Speaking Fluent Internet: How Algorithms Are Changing the Way We Speak 28:06

1M ago28:06

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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 foll…

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224. Make Your Messages Epic: The Evolution of Words and the Stories They Carry 23:47

1M ago23:47

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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 journalis…

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223. Laughing Matters: Levity, Leadership, and Lasting Connection 23:41

1M ago23:41

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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, r…

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Cracking Social Commerce with AI: How Dimension Studios Drives TikTok Shop Success 26:39

2M ago26:39

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In this episode, host Solomon Williams sits down with Ali Mirzaei, CEO of Dimension Studio, to explore the seismic shifts happening at the intersection of AI, social commerce, and the explosive rise of platforms like TikTok Shop. Ali shares his journey from a teenage social commerce entrepreneur to building a VC-backed, AI-driven company that’s tra…

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222. Discussing Through Discomfort: Why the Conversations You Avoid Cost You the Most 25:01

2M ago25:01

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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 Wy…

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221. Don’t Get Lost in Translation: Staying Cool When Every Word Counts 19:32

2M ago19:32

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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…

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220. Prep Like a Pro: Communication Confidence, Clarity, and Comedy 26:10

2M ago26:10

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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 expa…

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How SpacePal Scaled Fast With AI and Entrepreneurial Teams with Tomás Bacigalupo 18:17

2M ago18:17

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This week, host Solomon Williams sits down with Tomás Bacigalupo, CTO and co-founder of SpacePal—a platform revolutionizing how people find and rent spaces by the hour or day. Tomás shares his journey, from SpacePal’s humble beginnings focused on coworking spaces to a creative rebrand embracing all types of venues, from photo shoots to baby showers…

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219. Six Motivations, One Workplace: Who Are You at Work? 25:20

2M ago25:20

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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…

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From Optometry to Tech: Brianna Rhue’s Journey, Growth, and Scaling with AI 47:32

2M ago47:32

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In this episode, host Solomon Williams sits down with Dr. Brianna Rhue, CEO and co-founder of Dr. Contact Lens, to explore the real-world challenges and breakthroughs at the intersection of healthcare and technology. Brianna shares her journey from optometrist to tech entrepreneur, offering candid insights into building and scaling a SaaS business …

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218. Teaching Truths & Tactics: Live Lessons From Stanford in Cape Town 35:11

2M ago35:11

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Real connection means understanding your audience, staying true to yourself, and creating space for others. How do you communicate who you are, what you stand for, and leave space for others to do the same? At the Stanford Seed Summit in Cape Town, South Africa, three GSB professors explored why real connection is built through authentic communicat…

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Scaling with AI: Digital Marketing Strategies and Community Building with Emily Moreno 29:16

2M ago29:16

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In this episode, host Solomon Williams sits down with digital marketing expert and consultant Emily Moreno to explore the power of AI and digital marketing, especially for entrepreneurs and business owners looking to scale. Emily shares her remarkable journey - from building a seven-figure e-commerce business as a first-generation immigrant with no…

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Decoding the Future of Tech: Practical AI Strategies for Business Outcomes 4:27

2M ago4:27

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Welcome to the very first episode of the AI Advantage, hosted by Solomon Williams, founder of Solonox. In this premiere episode, Solomon sets the stage for what listeners can expect from the podcast—a no-fluff, no-hype approach to understanding how AI and automation can drive real business outcomes. Drawing on his decade of experience in cloud engi…

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217. Rethinks: How to Build Deep Connections 29:12

2M ago29:12

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How to be a skilled conversationalist in work, love, and life. Whether you’re trying to build a romantic or professional connection, Rachel Greenwald’s advice is exactly the same. “Focus on how you make someone feel more than you focus on the words that you're saying,” she says. As a professional coach, Greenwald helps people develop better communi…

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216. Wired for Words: A Neuroscientist’s Guide to Influence 26:24

3M ago26:24

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Understanding your audience's psychology is the key to crafting communication that resonates. Persuading others isn't about magic spells or mind-reading tricks. According to Emily Falk, the real secret is simpler: know what your audience finds relevant, and you’ll be able to craft a message that resonates. Falk is a professor of communication, psyc…

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215. The New Media Landscape: Trust, Transparency, and Transformation 18:47

3M ago18:47

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For your communication to be credible, you can’t just say it — you have to do it. Want people to believe what you say? According to Richard Edelman, the words you choose only get you halfway there. To build real trust, he says, you have to practice what you preach. “Action builds trust,” says Edelman. “If you don't do something, you can't talk abou…

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214. From Crisis to Clarity: Simplicity, Feedback, and the Art of Being Heard 24:12

3M ago24:12

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How to communicate clearly in any context, from newsrooms to the world stage. All good communication, whether spoken or written, is built on the same foundation. In everything from police reporting for a newspaper to serving as spokesman for the Pope, Greg Burke has found the key: "Keep it as simple as possible." Burke has worked as a journalist fo…

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213. Rethinks: Building Trusting Relationships Through Communication 30:07

3M ago30:07

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How to turn doubt and suspicion into hopefulness and trust. There’s a lot in the world to make us cynical about other people and their motives and intentions. But by “trusting loudly,” Professor Jamil Zaki believes we can renew our faith in one another. Zaki is a professor of psychology at Stanford, director of the Stanford Social Neuroscience lab,…

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212. Break It to Make It: Disrupt Your Way to the Perfect Job Fit 26:33

3M ago26:33

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Career growth starts with stepping outside your comfort zone. Building a successful career isn’t about following a set path—it’s about knowing when to evolve and embracing change. Whitney Johnson believes that success comes from disrupting yourself—challenging routines, stepping into discomfort, and continuously evolving. “People think staying in t…

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211. Small Screens, Strong Signals: Mastering Modern Communication 27:05

3M ago27:05

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In the age of virtual communication, here’s how to ensure your messages convey what you mean. Texts. Emails. Slacks. Zooms. We’re communicating in more ways than ever, but Andrew Brodsky has a word of warning: Your virtual communication might be sending messages you’re not aware of. Brodsky is the author of PING: The Secrets of Successful Virtual C…

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210. First Impression to Lasting Impact: Use Status Strategically 28:53

3M ago28:53

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Career success takes a status boost, not a power grab. How do you chart the career course you’ve always imagined? According to Alison Fragale, it’s about gaining influence through status, power, and ultimately, being “a likeable badass.” As a research psychologist, professor, speaker, and author, Fragale is on a mission to help women take control o…

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209. Find Your Fit, Find Your Focus - Catalyze Your Career 26:28

4M ago26:28

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How to turn curiosity, clarity, and AI into your most powerful job search tools. Job search isn’t just about landing your next role—it’s about understanding who you are and how you want to show up in the world. According to Andrew Seaman, Senior Managing Editor for Jobs and Career Development at LinkedIn, that process begins with curiosity, not cer…

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208. Ambiguity to Action: Tensions and Trade-Offs of Leadership and Communication 26:51

4M ago26:51

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Amidst constant change, clear communication is the key to navigating uncertainty. How do you communicate with others when you’re confused yourself? For Rob Siegel, leadership isn’t about avoiding uncertainty, it’s about embracing the clarity that ambiguity can bring. "What if ambiguity is the new normal?" asks Siegel, a venture investor and lecture…

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207. From Conflict to Connection: Having Crucial Conversations that Count 28:44

4M ago28:44

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How victim, villain, and helpless stories sabotage our most important conversations. The hardest conversations aren’t just about what you say to the other person. According to Joseph Grenny, critical conversations begin with the stories that you tell yourself. As a leading expert on business performance and communication, and a New York Times bests…

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206. Crafting Narratives That Motivate: What’s Your Strategy Story? 26:09

4M ago26:09

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Great strategy starts with a question—and a story worth believing in. A good strategy isn’t just built—it’s told. For Martin Reeves, chairman of the BCG Henderson Institute and author of The Imagination Machine and Like: The Button That Changed the World, strategy and imagination are both deeply communicative processes, rooted in storytelling, curi…

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205. Say What Sucks: Catalyzing Organizational Change with AI 42:26

4M ago42:26

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A live SXSW panel on how employee complaints illuminate the path to organizational innovation. Wrong question: How can AI revolutionize productivity in my organization? Right question: What do my employees hate most about their jobs? For the Portland Trail Blazers, a winning game plan for AI implementation didn’t begin with a tech-first approach — …

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204. Tough Talks: Turn Tension Into Trust 30:44

4M ago30:44

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How to have the conversations that are most difficult — and most important. Before you can have hard conversations with others, you need to have an honest conversation with yourself. That's the counterintuitive advice from Sheila Heen, who says our own internal narratives often derail our attempts at negotiation and conflict resolution. "The first …

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203. No Script, No Problem: Final Secrets to Speaking Under Pressure (Bonus) 16:19

5M ago16:19

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Stay sharp, sound confident, and speak with impact — even when you're put on the spot. Communicating clearly is challenging enough when there’s time to prepare. But in most situations — whether in meetings, casual conversations, or high-stakes moments — we rarely have the luxury of scripting our words. We must think and speak in real time. Spontane…

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202. Own Your Brand: How to Communicate with Presence and Impact 25:20

5M ago25:20

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The power of creating the reputation you want to have. Whether you know it or not, you have a brand. What that brand is, says Lorraine Lee, doesn’t happen by accident. “You can either form and create it, or you can let people define it for you.” A teacher, content creator, speaker, and author of Unforgettable Presence: Get Seen, Gain Influence and …

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201. Ballpark to the Boardroom: How Alex Rodriguez Hits a Communication Home Run 28:48

5M ago28:48

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Alex Rodriguez shares why in sports and business, striking out is just a part of the game. From the baseball field to the boardroom, great communication is critical for success. But as Alex Rodriguez knows, we don’t always hit it out of the park. For this sports superstar turned entrepreneur, striking out is never the end of the story. “I'm fifth a…

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200. Four Keys for Focused Communication: Live Lessons from Our 200 Episodes 44:03

5M ago44:03

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This live Q&A with host Matt Abrahams celebrates 200 episodes of Think Fast, Talk Smart. In an age of endless content and information, how do we ensure our communication cuts through the noise? Across 200 episodes of Think Fast, Talk Smart, host Matt Abrahams has discovered four essential ingredients that help messages rise above the chatter: conci…

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199. Blunder Pressure: Mastering In-the-Moment Communication (3 of 3) 25:05

5M ago25:05

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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 have to respond in the moment. Spontaneous communication is a part of…

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198. Pause and Effect: Mastering In-the-Moment Communication (2 of 3) 27:22

5M ago27:22

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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 have to respond in the moment. Spontaneous communication is a part of…

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197. Prep or Perish: Mastering In-the-Moment Communication (1 of 3) 27:32

6M ago27:32

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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 have to respond in the moment. Spontaneous communication is a part of…

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196. Ditch the Dictionary: Communicate Confidently Through Connection 24:51

6M ago24:51

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Communication isn’t about perfect word choice, it’s about connecting with others. For native speakers and language learners alike, communicating comes with all kinds of challenges. But no matter how much we stumble over our words, Lindsay McMahon says communication isn’t about perfection — it’s about connection. The CEO and founder of All Ears Engl…

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195. Q&A on Conflict, Confidence, and Connection: Me2We 2025 Part 2 15:37

6M ago15:37

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Stanford experts answer live questions on leadership, authenticity, and communication. What happens when four top Stanford thinkers take live questions from a room full of leaders? In Part 2 of this special Think Fast, Talk Smart series from the Stanford LEAD Me2We Conference, Matt Abrahams and his panel of expert GSB faculty—Allison Kluger, Naomi …

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194. Live Lessons in Levity and Leadership: Me2We 2025 Part 1 34:38

6M ago34:38

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Effective leadership begins with the way you communicate. Leading with impact isn’t about speaking louder—it’s about communicating in ways that resonate with what people already value. In Part 1 of this special two-part series from the Stanford LEAD Me2We Conference, Matt Abrahams brings together four expert GSB faculty—Allison Kluger, Nir Halevy, …

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193. Conquer Questions: ADDing Value To Your Answers 14:40

6M ago14:40

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Turn Q&A from nerve-wracking to confidence-boosting with strategies for clear, controlled answers. A great presentation doesn’t end with the final slide—it continues through the Q&A, where real engagement happens. Yet, for many speakers, this is the most nerve-wracking part. In this episode, Matt Abrahams explores why Q&A can feel intimidating and …

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192. Quick Thinks: How to Supersize Your Stories 13:19

6M ago13:19

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How to craft compelling stories that captivate, inspire, and make an impact. Great storytelling isn't just about telling tales—it’s about crafting experiences that captivate, inspire, and drive change. In this special Quick Thinks bonus episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, Matt Abrahams welcomes bestselling author Dan Heath for a masterclass on the p…

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191. Memorable Messages: Choose Words That Capture Attention and Stay Remembered 25:30

6M ago25:30

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How to craft communication that your audience will remember. Why do some messages stick, while others go in one ear and out the other? When it comes to crafting memorable communication, Ada Aka says not all verbiage is created equal. “Certain words are intrinsically more memorable than others,” says Aka, an assistant professor of marketing at Stanf…

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