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Passion Struck with John R. Miles

Matt Abrahams on How to Think Faster and Talk Smarter EP 425

Passion Struck with John R. Miles

John R. Miles

Mental Health, Alternative Health, Education, Self-improvement, Health & Fitness

4.7779 Ratings

🗓️ 7 March 2024

⏱️ 51 minutes

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https://passionstruck.com/passion-struck-book/ - Order a copy of my new book, "Passion Struck: Twelve Powerful Principles to Unlock Your Purpose and Ignite Your Most Intentional Life," today! Picked by the Next Big Idea Club as a must-read for 2024 and winner of the Best Business Minds book award.In this episode of Passion Struck, John interviews Matt Abrahams, a revered Stanford lecturer, and host of the Think Fast, Talk Smart podcast. They discuss Matt's new book, "Think Faster, Talk Smarter," focusing on the art of spontaneous communication. Matt shares practical advice and science-based strategies to help individuals improve their communication skills, especially in challenging situations.Full show notes and resources can be found here: https://passionstruck.com/matt-abrahams-on-think-faster-and-talk-smarter/SponsorsBrought to you by Nom Nom: Go Right Now for 50% off your no-risk two week trial at https://trynom.com/passionstruck.Brought to you by Cozy Earth. Cozy Earth provided an exclusive offer for my listeners. 35% off site-wide when you use the code “PASSIONSTRUCK” at https://cozyearth.com/This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://www.betterhelp.com/PASSIONSTRUCK, and get on your way to being your best self.This episode is brought to you By Constant Contact:  Helping the Small Stand Tall. Just go to Constant Contact dot com right now. So get going, and start GROWING your business today with a free trial at Constant Contact dot com.--► For information about advertisers and promo codes, go to: https://passionstruck.com/deals/Mastering the Art of Spontaneous Communication with Matt AbrahamsIn this enlightening conversation, we explored the nuances of thinking on your feet and the importance of embracing those unexpected moments that demand clear and persuasive communication. Matt shared his innovative perspective on mistakes, or as he likes to call them, "missed takes," encouraging us to view them as opportunities for growth rather than failures.All things Matt Abrahams: https://mattabrahams.com/Catch More of Passion StruckLike this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter or Instagram handle so we can thank you personally!How to Connect with JohnWant to uncover your profound sense of Mattering? I provide my master class on five simple steps to achieving it.Want to hear my best interviews? Check out my starter packs on intentional behavior changewomen at the top of their gamelongevity and well-being, and overcoming adversity.Learn more about John: https://johnrmiles.com/

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0:00.0

Coming up next on Passion Struck. I view mistakes differently. Mistakes aren't something that's bad or a failure. In fact, we learn from them. Many know that. But I call them,

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they're missed takes. If you know anything about television and movies,

0:14.8

you know that when they film them,

0:16.5

they do multiple takes of the same scene.

0:18.8

In fact, they have that clapboard, take one, take two.

0:22.2

No take is wrong. They're just looking and exploring for different

0:26.1

ways of doing it. So when you do something and you don't feel good about it, just say take

0:31.0

two, we're going to do it again differently next time. That wasn't bad or wrong. It's now we're going to try it differently.

0:37.0

Welcome to Passion Struck. Hi, I'm your host John R Miles and on the show we decipher the secrets, tips, and guidance of the world. our

0:45.0

on our miles and on the show we decipher the secrets, tips, and guidance of the world's most inspiring people

0:46.8

and turned their wisdom into practical advice for you and those around you.

0:51.5

Our mission is to help you unlock the power of

0:54.7

intentionality so that you can become the best version of yourself. If you're

0:59.2

new to the show, I offer advice and answer listener questions on Fridays.

1:04.0

We have long form interviews the rest of the week with guests ranging

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from astronauts to authors, CEOs, creators, innovators, scientists, military leaders,

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visionaries, and athletes.

1:16.5

Now, let's go out there and become passion-struck. packed in the world.

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If you're new to the show.

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The packed in the world.

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If you're new to the show, thank you so much for being here.

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Or you simply want to introduce this to a friend or a family member and we so appreciate

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