Think Faster, Talk Smarter with Matt Abrahams

[@Sam_officialf13]

A 44mins video without him using filler words, he slows down while talking, engages his audience,seeks feedback from them, uses silence strategically and speaks mindfully He is really GOATED for public speaking.

[@davidr4523]

Excellent video. The best tips for better speech I have ever heard include 1. Be knowledgeable on many topics and be a subject matter expert in your area. 2. Prepare your speech. Think about what you are going to say. There is no shame in writing your speech out. 3. Read out loud every day. Just as a singer will not improve with mouthing the words silently an orator needs to practice saying words. 4. Speak slow. 5. Smile and look very comfortable. 6. Concentrate fully on your speech to get in the zone. Don't get distracted and don't lose focus. 7. Role model a great speaking. Watch videos from Obama, Jay Leno, Josh Hawley and other great speakers. Watch their head, hands and other body movement. 8. Practice giving speeches preferrable out loud or at very least in your mind. 9. If you are given a tough question, answer it in frameworks rather than being potentially wrong with the answer. 10. Ask clarifying questions before you give your answer.

[@cocoarecords]

Thx sir

[@Phileas_40]

It's funny because your advices may work but are very rigid and prepared in advance. But the video was about improvisation, being in the present, truly listening to your audience 😅

[@davidr4523]

@@Phileas_40 except for my #2 all of the guidance I gave prepares you advance for when you have improvise . Other guidance gave like smiling and focusing helps you during your speech.

[@muel6294]

😅😊

[@lesleymhlanga4324]

exceptional advice....I appreciate 🎉

[@singlepointdc7749]

I always try to remind myself that I’m just trying to help the people I’m presenting to. If you’re just there to help, and focus on that, you can take yourself out of the equation.

[@SCharlesS]

Yes that is his step 3.

[@StoryMakerZ86]

Absolutely, agreed!

[@SusanJD]

Yes indeed

[@SusanJD]

ok thanks

[@SusanJD]

Thanks

[@swaganomiks]

For everyone that is watching this video. Your time for greatness is coming!

[@yarugirl]

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[@dianacao4431]

I appreciate this, thank you. Right back atcha!

[@seraWoods]

@@dianacao4431 Yes! It is now! See you at the top in no time.

[@valustorage201]

You must first "Maximize mediocrity so you can achieve greatness."

[@acq1968]

Thank You

[@h0pfaith]

This is God sent. I blush and perspire and it has really destroyed my life. I am 38 years old now and still faces this issue. Somehow as a younger person I thought, that it would go away as I grow older, but it never did. I just came home after having dinner at a friends place and while socializing my anxiety kicked in and I blushed and started perspiring again. Went home dejected, fired up my P.C and decided, my time's better spent learning Japanese then wallowing in self pity, but for some reason the app won't open. So opened KZbin and this was in my recommendation. I will use this knowledge and better myself from this day onward. Thank You

[@grinch4567]

What you said really, really resonates with me!! 👍🙏

[@Tree.3]

Quit Alcohol, Smoking and any type of psychedelic Drugs if you want to improve your condition. Cheers !

[@commentator2407]

​@@Tree.3i dont do , still same issue😂

[@g-mari9659]

You’ve got a twinnie here. Am 31 years old now and have always thought my public speaking anxiety will dissipate as I age. Boy was I wrong, and now the journey of redemption has begun.

[@naw-dude]

You better now?

[@quranrecitation4169]

00:04 Improve speaking skills in the moment 02:29 Identify little things that make big difference in communication. 07:04 Managing anxiety symptoms and sources 09:08 Use tongue twisters to stay present-oriented. 13:38 Practice improvisation and spontaneity with the 'Give a Gift' game. 15:29 Encouraging spontaneous responses and positive reactions 19:48 Emphasize on finding common ground and moving on 21:46 View mistakes as missed takes, opportunities to optimize and try different things. 25:41 Grace allows better attention to environment and intuition. 27:37 Practice paraphrasing and questioning in conversations. 31:35 Listening well is crucial for speaking spontaneously 33:47 Setting clear structure in communication is crucial for keeping people together and engaged. 37:42 Focus on being concise and relevant in spontaneous communication 39:37 Pitching structure for concise communication 43:49 Effective communication requires repetition, reflection, and feedback. Crafted by Merlin AI.

[@zc1122]

Key titles #1. Tame the Anxiety Beast. #2. Maximise Mediocrity. (So you can achieve greatness) - Reduce cognitive load. #3. Mind Your Mindset. - i) Not yet ii) Yes, and. iii) Next play iv) Missed take #4. Don't just do something... stand there - Listen; Pace. Space. Grace #5. STRUCTURE Your Spontaneity - What? So What? Now What? #6. The F-word: FOCUS - Have a Goal: Know, Feel, Do. (What do I want the audience to Know, How do I want them to Feel, What do I want them to Do) - Sentence starters, pitch (structure): What if you could... So that... For example... That's not all...

[@etmaur]

Hero

[@c.majiidmahamed2766]

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[@marchanselthomas]

You’re truly a hero

[@PrinxepeRJ]

#1 Tame the Anxiety Beast #2 Maximize Mediocrity ( so you can achieve greatness) - reduce cognitive load #3 Mind your mindset i) not yet ii) yes, and iii) next play iv) missed takes #4 Don't just do something... Stand there -Listen (listen until you sweat) ; PACE. SPACE. GRACE #5 STRUCTURE your SPONTANEITY WHAT? SO WHAT ? NOW WHAT? #6 The F word: FOCUS -Have a goal: Know. Feel. Do (What do i want the audience to know, How to i want them to feel, What do I want them to do. ) What /So what/ Now what -sentence starters, pitch (structure) : What if you could... So what... For example... That's not all...

[@ga8732]

Thank you for the summary ❤

[@noorazimi1299]

To this day, i didn't know what small talk means. I am glad i have searched it on here and came across this treasure of communication skills.

[@Deanforbes]

It always surprises me how many people have a hard time with small talk. This info is necessary!

[@fayaln]

The fact that my heart raced just watching this and reimagining previous situations.

[@AtnYx3]

I wish yt recommend me this sooner ..but still happy I saw it now

[@adrineyanukhyan3121]

Matt Abrahams’ talk on "Think Faster, Talk Smarter" really opened my eyes to some practical ways to handle on-the-spot speaking. One of the biggest takeaways was his focus on clarity over perfection,something I’ve always struggled with. Instead of getting hung up on sounding "just right," his approach is all about focusing on your main point and letting go of overthinking. It’s a talk that goes beyond the usual "just be confident" advice and offers real, actionable tips for anyone wanting to communicate better in high-pressure moments.

[@fahimaarif6017]

1. Manage anxiety 2. Turn down the volume on mental observation and evaluation 3. See conversation as a spontaneous opportunities. Four mindset tools : not yet ( it don’t well but just “not yet”, yes and (look for commonalities even if you disagree) , next play (move on to the next), missed takes ( reflect what went well and what didn’t.). Think of mistakes as “missed takes” learn and do it again. 4. Listening: a. Listen until u sweat- what’s the crux what are they saying - remember pace( slow down to listen) , space (move to a quieter place), grace ( listen to their intuition and observe them). Ask clarifying questions. Pause. Paraphrase. 5. Structure- package up information ( what, so what, now what) ❤6- kiss - be focused and keep it simple (relevance, (know feel do ) 7. Pitching ( what if you could , so that , for example, and that’s not all)

[@AndrewDiBenedetto-s7t]

Oh my god. I’ve been seeking something like forever. 😮. It’s like this man has taken all my insecurities and has put it into language I understand and has given me perfect tips to work on this.

[@AlimFlood-jh5gc]

🎉 Thank you KZbin and Stanford Alumni for this free lecture and class... I've learned what was much-needed for my success in the future ❤. #thinktillyousweat

[@TessDeTillion]

I’m brand new to sales and struggle with social anxiety. I really appreciate your videos. They are very helpful!

[@dylanyaghoutiel4373]

I wish I found this video back when I was in middle school. Would’ve put me way ahead.

[@illylatavia]

It kinda sucks a little bit that I’m learning all these good communication skills but constantly talking to people who don’t return the skills 💀

[@vynomous]

I love this video. The speaker really understands our shared problem and reduces my anxiety of feeling dumb when speaking.

[@nguyenchinh5913]

What a fantastic lecture to attend. I watched the entire video and immediately sought out your book. Thank you for the insightful presentation. 1. Tame your anxious beast 2. Maximize mediocrity 3. Mind your mindset 4. Listen well 5. Structure your spontaneity 6. F-word: focus

[@SherriTed]

Thank you Dr. Aboda today my niece who was born with autism is now a normal kid that does her home and school work herself and communicates, plays with other kids in the neighborhood, we can't thank you enough *DR ABODA* may God continue to bless you with great knowledge Amen.

[@LaxmiNarayanEnterprises]

Step 1. Manage Anxiety, Step 2. Get out of our own way, Step 3. See it as an Opportunity Step 4. Listen Well Step 5. Messaging

[@SusanJD]

You are welcome

[@PrayerWarriorUSA]

I am not a native English speaker, yet your ideas was clear and concise. It has helped me in my endeavor to get over anxiety in speaking and in maximizing mediocrity to achieve greatness. i wish you the best in your book and lectures. Your lectures and methodology will help millions of folks.

[@DikshaJha-c2p]

Hii

[@MyMountainMattress]

Love this guy! He's like a serious Steve Martin, very engaging speaker!

[@GregoryAustin32]

Well said! 100% agree.

[@inspired784]

Sitting in his actual class is extraordinary. Was lucky to experience it in September 2023

[@GregoryAustin32]

Outstanding lecture! I wish Matt had been my professor in college. Very engaging to the very end and extremely useful. There are clear applications across my life communicating with my family, in my roles in business development and in podcasting. Thanks, Matt!

[@thedoctorhr]

This video deserves all the praise, it's truly outstanding.

[@김찬우-r4u]

Amazing presentation again from Matt!! I've been trying to follow him since the presentation 9 years ago and it really helps me

[@MatchAwards]

This hits home! As someone who struggles with impromptu speaking, I'm excited to learn strategies for handling those spontaneous moments with more confidence. Looking forward to improving these essential skills. Thanks for sharing your expertise, Professor Abrahams!

[@i40club]

i've been listening to matt abrahams' podcast for the better part of a year... and honestly, i genuinely thought he was in his 30s or 40s just by going off his voice! i guess having a deep (and practiced) knowledge of your craft goes a long way towards how your communications are perceived and interpreted? appreciate all the nuggets of insight!

[@Klausvanhelsing]

I found you in KZbin by amazing accident, and I have been watching three videos on a road, I'm going to give a class for medical interpreters in Montana, and all your videos that I watched help me to feel more confident and get more ideas for my next class in March 2024. God bless your knowledge 🙏

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[@semizessematange]

Yah! You are the One of greatest speakers I have ever heard.

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[@pallosnelli]

❤

[@johndymen4580]

One of the rare time I open my note book to study a talk. Thanks for the content. It’s so valuable

[@rabzsterNotebook]

Thank you Matt. I hope to one day come back and repeat, reflect and seek feedback, from others and myself. Anyone else what like to share there feedback?

[@phuonghoale5449]

This is the first time I have watched the video that I engaged from the beginning to the end and also want to comment immediately in the box here although I have listened to a large amount of video in the past. I felt it so fascinating because it is such a informative source that I can apply in reality. All of these things come up from my mind and I am so grateful for KZbin as it recommended me hearing your sharing. Thank you 🎉🎉

[@OoggzUgi]

I believe I’ve seen him do this lecture before and still amazing.

[@Andre-qo5ek]

i like these: tell them what your going to tell them , tell them, tell them what you told them. repeat, rephrase, reduce.

[@guidovanbelle8516]

Wish I had this lecture fifty years ago.

[@uuyy5993]

Hopefully u may have 50 years after this.. So 🥂

[@dukeyin1111]

1)What? So what? Now what?. 2)Tell me the time, don’t make me a clock. 3) Structure/focus. pitching: what if you could, so that, for example, and that’s not all

[@SusanJD]

Thanks

[@SomePrinter]

Assume that everyone else has anxiety just as bad or worse as yourself.. then you realize there is nothing to be afraid of. Don't overthink it and worry about how you sound or what you're going to say. Jump into the moment until you're comfortable then the language takes care of itself.

[@moonlightsonata8359]

Exactly, i did that and it helped me a lot, i payed attention how others seem nervous too and how they mess up sometimes and how its very common. it didnt make me completely anxiety free but it always helps me calm down the overthinking part and remember its not the end of the world:)

[@TheFokmaster]

jeez 9 years after the video this guy aged but the content hasn't aged and is still relevant!

[@lokaporsakura]

This channel is a go-to for information. It's the best!

[@danielgomezharo]

You are a godsend for immigrants that want to understand how to succeed in Americas corporate world

[@JamalUddin-te2bz]

just love to watch these lectures and this one is among the best

[@ImportantThingsin21Century]

Great speech, very educative, thank you Matt Abrahams

[@sandeepreddy7831]

00:00:01:How to speak better in the moment if you have recently had to 00:01:34:6 Steps to Be Better at Talking in the Moment 00:04:10:How do you feel when you watch a nervous speaker present now I 00:06:29:Thermo Regulators for Your Body 00:07:28:How to manage anxiety if I didn't talk about a 00:09:44:How to maximize mediocrity in the moment we get in our own 00:11:32:When I am evaluating and judging everything I'm saying as 00:12:57:How to play a simple improvisation game with me 00:15:10:Step How we want to do well and we want to make sure we 00:17:01:How to see things opportunities the first comes from this notion of growth mindset 00:19:57:How to move to the next play if you're an athlete 00:22:56:Listening most of us are not good listeners we listen just enough 00:24:51:Three Things Pace Space Grace to listen well you have to give yourself 00:26:19:How to listen better if you don't respond right away 00:28:43:Why I was teased mercilessly because Matt rhymes with everything okay 00:31:17:This is a yes thumbs up yes thumbs down no no 00:34:04:Where are we going do I have the right shoes on should I go 00:35:14:3 simple questions what so what now what the what is your idea your 00:37:19:Structure is incredibly helpful in spontaneous communication in the new book 00:38:40:It is much better to be Compact and concise in what you're 00:40:48:How to speak more effectively in the moment what if you could feel 00:42:24:Do you see how easy that was do you see how the structure helped

[@traviswebster4622]

This was also a wonderful video to learn from. I get real tense when attempting to "say the right things"; so thank you for uploading this content for others to evolve from

[@hiroserealtor]

I have come across your vdo by accident and I am so glad I found this. Thank you for sharing this valuable knowledge and I feel much confidence to deliver my messages.

[@Learn1moreminutes]

Really appreciate it

[@Yawe-t8t]

Am so glad I found this talk. Very relevant and helpful.

[@jenniferenglish4472]

What a fantastically captivating, informative and educational talk‼️Thank you‼️

[@Sasmitsaurav84]

I am indian and i wanna to take business classes particularly becz i sm science student but all resources i got intt thanks i loved it ❤❤❤

[@kwameaddo1007]

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[@SarahBuchanan-r2h]

This video gave me the understanding I was looking for!

[@MRsky01]

Thank for sharing this amazing video. i got job interview for the next few days. and this help me a lot. thank you so much once again ❤

[@kenken6550]

When i was teaching HS Drama 1, i was not teaching acting... i was teaching "how to speak publicly" and "make friends". Sure, we did it through games and scene work, but i think it helped.

[@ninadgandhi3733]

These are really good advices. "Structure is a tool", I love this.

[@riskyhn2145]

I watched his video 9 years ago, and still good till this day

[@rocketcal6326]

Sick ass time traveler lol

[@KLifeSkills]

"Great insights! Effective communication truly hinges on managing anxiety and adapting to the moment. Excited to learn how to make my words concise yet impactful. 👏🔥"

[@philrincon]

Purchased the audio book. Thank you.

[@Learn1moreminutes]

❤❤

[@heechen7960]

this video is amazing! I always find it difficult to give talks or presentations, or just use my second language to talk with others. This helps me a lot❤

[@angelicakno2714]

An amazing, speech!. An amazing teacher!

[@MOHDREHAN-pq3ny]

I have heard many talks on this talk and this is the best so far, it makes the sense straight away. I have already watched it multiple times and will listen to it again and again. Thanks a lot for such a life changing coaching on communication skills

[@BrainMartian]

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[@AnthonySchrader-i1j]

This content made it all much easier to grasp!

[@kuldeepsinghmalik3815]

Incredible speaking without any fumbling and without using ah hmm huh aa etc.

[@gabriellethe.greatt]

Wow!!! So glad I found you again!!!! Thank you

[@catatonicbug7522]

The line that got me was, "Collins teaches critical and crucial conversations here at the business school." I am about to finish my business degree, and have looked at the course load for an MBA. None of the courses at my university sound anything close to as helpful and specific as that course.

[@dznmvrk]

Grace, space, and pace was Jaguar Cars advertising slogan from the 1950s. It was used in print ads through at least the mid 60s and even inspired recent model names like the I-Pace. 😊

[@yuanson1989]

I really appreciate for sharing this great lecture.

[@EdwardRoach-e2n]

I feel so much more capable now, thanks!

[@lesleymhlanga4324]

🎉 thanks for the advice, as we speak I have a problem my mind just shut especially presenting sermon

[@newcastletilers5287]

You're a true talent; keep up the amazing work!

[@faithandsparklesworld]

Great tips on pricing! Really helpful.❤

[@LetsGoDoItAll]

👏 *Excellent tips!* Truly transforming, IF one acts upon them. _Thanks for sharing these data and overall message!_

[@Ralekgokgo]

This is such a valuable seminar. I wish I was there live. I truly enjoyed and learned from this! Thank you for posting.

[@Nngoc-jg9iv]

Amazing, i can understand all your video. It's great. It is not because I have good skills , It because your video is very easy to get. Thank so much

[@Karen-u5e4u]

Really appreciate this talk. Thank you!

[@pratimamishra2391]

I really love the way he narrated I'm like when I have to talk I go freeze so it's really good for me to exercise this to reduce my condition

[@lucasreis8590]

Bro I'm so glad by became learning English! Because now I got this precious kind of content!!

[@MrDiegoDaza80]

Matt thanks a lot for this conference and video resource. It's super useful, loved the pitching framework... I'll practice practice practice!

[@angie_weinberger]

“I’m still a Work in Progress” love your openness here. 😂

[@sumahomes-i4i]

well presented.cannot imagine your experience coming this excellent level.

[@Learn1moreminutes]

❤❤

[@strangeansari2477]

His english pronounciation is very understandable and lovi g to listen

[@Vuistic]

I have been listening to your podcast on spotify for 2 years...now i get to see you :) thank you for the show...and love your voice and pace!

[@aN0nyMas]

thank you Steve Martin!

[@amirahaidary4187]

😂 lol he does look like him

[@jycegaming8530]

This is Matt Abrahams

[@aN0nyMas]

@@jycegaming8530 Hi Matt Abrahams! This is dad!

[@sickofya]

Steve martin without jokes

[@LiveForeverFitness]

😂😂😂

[@PK19985]

Listening to this was quite insightful . Thankyou Sir Matt . A

[@hazelaa1061]

The framework is more than just about communication❤

[@adnanshehzad786]

Repetition, Reflection And Feedback is the summary of this lecture.

[@dihett]

This was useful-thank you.

[@ОлегВолков-ь7м]

Заинтересовали с первой минуты) Продолжайте, буду ждать видео. Странно, что просмотров и комментов мало. Знаю что в ютуб среде популярен ютифай

[@pareginaho310]

Wow, excellent video.Been looking for a video that improve me, this is it! 🙏🙏 God bless you

[@AboriginalincursionsAuKoomurri]

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[@navinagrawal1963]

- manage anxiety - get out of Our Own Way - see it as an opportunity - listen well - structure your responses

[@vincentpierre519]

Great knowledge, thanks for sharing

[@kandutho]

It’s dificult to gasp the fact that we as a society need a “ how to have a conversation” course. It’s like teaching droids how to behave. Makes me sad. I appreciate the content nonetheles

[@JayofSpaidz]

I was thing this??? Why is it a class to talk. Everyone is different and every situation is subtly different… I feeel like he’s teaching how to be deceptive!!!

[@JoelTanSG]

@kadutho because being able to communicate under high stress situation is a important skill set that should have been taught when we were kids but unfortunately was not. It’s not about “how to have a conversation “ but how to effectively bring across what’s in my mind to someone different from me and be able to connect with him through words

[@Nicole-cf3kj]

Speaking in the moment - is something that I struggle the most. I’m frozen all the time 😢 And I am in my 30s

[@DantWilliams]

I learnt soo much from this

[@ahedyemen]

Thanks more for this tips ,thanks again you faced me to the right way

[@AirForceKen]

I'm coming for Joe Rogan and this is part of my training :)

[@mohajaamus247]

It,s First english vedio i ever completed

[@giselle_avila]

That was my problem in my last job interview, I felt so embarrassed 😢

[@MyChannel-U.Z]

Important, interesting and convincing! 👍

[@ParkDari]

I pause far longer than I ever used to to really mull over the question formulate a decent response

[@mohamedabbas4740]

I'm rely appreciate your efforts

[@ThePublicSounds]

Our internal thought processes may not always align perfectly with external communication. We might have a clear understanding of our thoughts internally, but conveying them to others requires translating them into a format that may not capture all the nuances of our internal experience.