Faster, Smarter Communication: Matt Abrahams Gets Radically Candid 6 | 24

Radical Candor: Communication at Work

Radical Candor

Business, Relationships, Society & Culture, Management, Careers

4.7 • 729 Ratings

🗓️ 19 June 2024

⏱️ 50 minutes

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Summary

Thinking quickly and communicating effectively with Matt Abrahams.

On this episode of the Radical Candor podcast, Kim Scott interviews Matt Abrahams, a Stanford lecturer and author of "Think Faster, Talk Smarter." Matt explains how his book is geared toward everyone, from introverts to extroverts, and provides advice for handling impromptu speaking situations. They also address workplace dilemmas, such as navigating feedback in fast-paced environments and managing team dynamics where quick problem solvers are favored. The episode emphasizes the importance of clear, concise communication and the value of diverse thinking styles in enhancing team performance.

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(00:00:00) Introduction
Host Amy introduces the episode, a conversation between Kim Scott and Matt Abrahams, an expert in communication and lecturer at Stanford GSB

(00:00:59) Misunderstanding Radical Candor
Clarifying misunderstandings related to the books "Radical Candor" and "Think Faster, Talk Smarter."

(00:02:20) Addressing Workplace Dilemmas
Analysis of a listener-submitted workplace dilemma and strategies for effective communication in fast-paced work environments.

(00:07:20) Strategies for Introverts in Meetings
Advice for introverts to contribute effectively in meetings, including listening actively and summarizing.

(00:09:48) Handling Spontaneous Speaking Situations
How to handle spontaneous speaking situations and turning challenging questions into opportunities.

(00:15:46) Addressing Unpreparedness and Difficult Questions
Strategies for admitting unpreparedness and effectively managing difficult questions.

(00:18:07) Next Level Feedback
Providing actionable feedback to help individuals develop executive presence.

(00:21:40) Managing Anxiety in Communication
Techniques to manage anxiety and handle situations when one blanks out during communication.

(00:28:30) Silence and Active Listening
Handling situations where the audience or colleagues are not actively listening.

(00:30:55) Addressing Bloviating BSers
How to deal with individuals who dominate conversations.

(00:38:17) Value of Improvisation in Communication
The benefits of improvisation classes for enhancing communication skills.

(00:40:27) Interrupting and Being Interrupted
Balancing the need to interrupt with maintaining respectful communication.

(00:44:31) Supporting Non-Native English Speakers
Advice for non-native English speakers to improve their communication.

(00:48:03) Conclusion

Transcript

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0:00.0	Hi, it's Amy Sandler. Welcome to the Radical Canter podcast, and today we are thrilled to share with you a
0:05.5	conversation Kim had with Matt Abraham's, a Stanford lecturer and author of Think Faster Talk Smarter.
0:12.7	This one was recorded live, so you're going to hear Kim ask Matt some questions they got from the audience
0:17.8	as well. If you are looking for practical, tactical tips on how to think more quickly on your feet
0:23.9	and communicate even more effectively, as I know I always am, you are going to love this one.
0:29.8	And you can also check out Matt's podcast, Think Fast, Talk Smart.
0:34.5	Enjoy.
0:37.8	Hello, everybody, and welcome.
0:42.0	I am so excited to be here talking with Matt Abrams.
0:46.1	I want to make sure, Matt, I should know this.
0:49.0	Am I pronouncing your last name correctly?
0:51.5	I'll respond to anything.
0:52.7	My family says Abraham's, just because it's
0:54.9	easy to think about. About his fabulous book, think faster, talk smarter. And Matt, I have a question for
1:07.4	you. So radical canter has this problem, which people hear the title. They don't read
1:12.4	the book. And they use it as an excuse to act like a jerk. And a couple of people who I've
1:20.8	recommended your book to have said, oh, you know, I'm an introvert and he's trying to get me
1:25.7	to talk like an extrovert. And that's not what you're doing. So talk to us about the book. Well, first, I'm an introvert and he's trying to get me to talk like an extrovert. And that's not what you're doing. So talk to us about the book. Well, first, I'm sorry that people are misperceiving radical candor because everybody should be reading it. It's a really valuable book. You know, by the way, I'm going to interrupt you. Kelly Leonard, who wrote Yes, Ann, told me of a two-word book title.
1:44.3	It's not a superpower if it can't be used for evil.
1:47.5	I see.
1:49.1	I know Kelly, yes.
1:50.3	And he's very wise in many, many ways.
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