How to think faster and talk smarter, with Matt Abrahams
Key Takeaways
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Start pitches like an action movie
“You should start pitches and presentations like an action movie.”
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Anxiety is part of the human condition
“We believe it's part of the human condition.”
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Exhale twice as long as you inhale
“You want your exhale to be twice as long as your inhale.”
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Move with purpose to channel adrenaline
“If you move with purpose, you can give that adrenaline a place to go.”
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Prioritize emotion over information for retention
“Neuroscience has taught us emotion gets into our brains differently than information.”
Episode Description
Matt Abrahams knows what it takes to win over a crowd, close a deal, or inspire a team. The renowned communication expert and Stanford business school lecturer shares his science-backed strategies for overcoming public speaking anxiety and more. Check out Matt’s podcast and book: https://www.fastersmarter.io/ Visit the Rapid Response website here: https://www.rapidresponseshow.com/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.