How To Become A Master Communicator & Conquer The Pressure Of High-Stakes Speaking

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In today’s episode I interviewed Matt Abrahams; an influential figure in the world of communication. As a lecturer in organizational behavior at the Stanford Graduate School of Business and the author of "Think Faster, Talk Smarter," he has dedicated his career to understanding and teaching the nuances of effective communication and His TED talk has over 1.5 million views.

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Matt offers insights into managing high-stakes speaking situations and the associated anxiety. He delves into the evolutionary roots of communication apprehension and provides strategies for impactful communication. Leaders and listeners alike will walk away with valuable tools to enhance their speaking skills and presence.

In this episode, you’ll learn:?

1. How-To Overcome Speaking Anxiety: Understand the evolutionary roots of speaking fears to better manage them.
2. How-To Clarify Leadership Messages: Distinguish between sharing opinions and giving directives.
3. How-To Enhance Presence in Communication: Prioritize body language, voice, and eye contact during interactions.
4. How-To Adapt to Digital Communication: Recognize the influence of technology on face-to-face interactions.
5. How-To Adopt an Audience-Centric Approach: Focus on understanding and addressing the needs of your audience.

Tune into this episode with Matt Abrahams to unlock transformative communication strategies that can elevate your leadership and interpersonal skills to new heights.

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