Think Fast Talk Smart: The Podcast

We often approach conflict as a “me versus them” situation. But, as Matt contends in this video, conflict is actually just a problem to be solved, not a battle to be won. 

Great gatherings! What if every meeting, event, or conversation could truly matter? In our latest Think Fast Talk Smart: The Podcast episode, author of "The Art of Gathering," Priya Parker and Matt discuss how intentionality and the right questions can transform the way we connect and collaborate. If you’re ready to rethink how you bring people together, I think you’ll find this conversation inspiring and practical. Listen in here: https://lnkd.in/ghx6YFvj For more tips, tools, and techniques including videos English Language Learning materials, and transcripts, please check out fastersmarter.io. Also, please follow us on LinkedIn and on Instagram. This holiday season consider giving the gift of Premium! Think Fast Talk Smart Premium membership makes a great gift for the holidays …especially for teams! You can purchase any plan for yourself or someone else. Visit https://lnkd.in/eEFhYWFw

⭐⭐That’s a Wrap⭐⭐ We are humbled, grateful, and excited to see our Think Fast Talk Smart: The Podcast Spotify 2024 Wrapped results. We look forward to 2025 — our 5 year anniversary — and continuing to bring you engaging content and community building opportunities. 🎉A super BIG thank you to all of our listeners and premium subscribers!🎉 Learn more at fastersmarter.io

I'm excited to share this special Think Fast Talk Smart: The Podcast Rethinks holiday episode with you. It’s packed with practical communication tips that can truly transform your holiday interactions. We are sharing some of our favorite “recipes” from prior Stanford University guests, as well as Matt's tips for solving three common communication challenges that tend to arise during the holiday season. Whether you're navigating small talk or managing conflicts, these insights will help you connect more meaningfully with those around you. I believe you'll find these strategies both enlightening and empowering for the season ahead. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/gPD2T6ER For more tips, tools, and techniques including videos English Language Learning materials, and transcripts, please check out fastersmarter.io. Also, please follow us on LinkedIn and on Instagram. Finally, consider joining our premium offering for more opportunities to learn, grow, and connect. Our premium offering makes a great gift for yourself and others. fastersmarter.io/premium

Not all audiences are the same. In this short video, Matt Abrahams explains how acknowledging this fact will help you in your next presentation. 

How does one communicate well in crypto? In  open source communities? Or in decentralized organizations, where participants are both remote and in person? Or an organization that is a  mix of regulars and newcomers? On this special episode of web3 with a16z, Matt Abrahams and host Sonal Chokshi cover specific templates, tactics, and tools that anyone can use (whether leader of individual contributor, technical or other role) especially for informal vs. formal communication.  https://lnkd.in/gwqaSPdY

Fit and Focus. Join Matt for this week’s Think Fast Talk Smart: The Podcast episode where he interviews author and renowned leadership coach Marshall Goldsmith. They discuss many useful topics including how to focus on your passion and make sure you continue to grow as your roles and responsibilities change. Marshall's insights are both helpful and actionable. We believe you'll find his approach to living an "earned life" both inspiring and transformative. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/g9rPxA2R For more tips, tools, and techniques including videos English Language Learning materials, and transcripts, please check out fastersmarter.io. Also, please follow us on LinkedIn and on Instagram. ⭐⭐⭐Keep an ear out for a special Thursday bonus episode.⭐⭐⭐  We received fantastic reviews for our Non-traditional Storytelling miniseries, so we thought we would take one of our Premium Deep Thinks episodes and share it with all of our listeners. Tune in to learn how surprise and simplicity can help your story telling from one-panel “Rhymes with Orange” cartoonist Hilary Price. Hilary’s episode is a great example of the content you’ll find as a Premium Subscriber. Can’t wait until Thursday? Subscribe today at https://lnkd.in/eEFhYWFw

Being comfortable and confident in off-the-cuff speaking is a learned skill. Listen to this episode of DisrupTV where Matt Abrahams speaks with hosts R "Ray" Wang and Vala Afshar about how to manage anxiety in spontaneous situations. https://lnkd.in/gRyn5X7d

PART 2-Storytelling secrets from unusual sources. SO glad so many of our listeners enjoyed Part 1 of our first ever Think Fast Talk Smart: The Podcast Nontraditional Storytellers miniseries. Tune in to our Part 2 to learn storytelling tricks and tips from a magician, a social media influencer, and a comedian. Listen to Part 2 here: https://lnkd.in/gmadFs35 You can hear Part 1 here: https://lnkd.in/gQh98vME Special thanks to: Neel Chatterjee, Hilary Price, Orlando Leyba, Kudzi Chikumbu, and Alex Moffat! For more tips, tools, and techniques including videos English Language Learning materials, and transcripts, please check out fastersmarter.io. Also, please follow us on LinkedIn and on Instagram. Think Fast Talk Smart Premium monthly pricing is here! If you’ve ever wanted to ask me anything, have access to additional downloadable resources, listen to extended versions of episodes, or belong to a global community of like-minded people now you can!  Subscribe today at fastersmarter.io/premium.

Storytelling secrets from unusual sources. On Think Fast Talk Smart: The Podcast, we've spoken with many story telling experts, so we thought we'd try something different for our first ever miniseries. We’ve brought together a magician, a cartoonist, a social media influencer, a lawyer, and a comedian — all non-traditional story tellers — to share unique insights that make stories clear, engaging, and unforgettable. Whether you’re presenting or pitching, speaking in the boardroom or a classroom, this week's two-part miniseries airing Tuesday and Thursday is jam packed with insights to help you connect and compel, inform and inspire. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/gQh98vME Special thanks to: Neel Chatterjee, Hilary Price, Orlando Leyba, Kudzi Chikumbu, and Alex Moffat! For more tips, tools, and techniques including videos English Language Learning materials, and transcripts, please check out fastersmarter.io. Also, please follow us on LinkedIn and on Instagram. Think Fast Talk Smart Premium monthly pricing is here! If you’ve ever wanted to ask me anything, have access to additional downloadable resources, listen to extended versions of episodes, or belong to a global community of like-minded people now you can!  Subscribe today at fastersmarter.io/premium.