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203. No Script, No Problem: Final Secrets to Speaking Under Pressure (Bonus)

2025/5/15
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Think Fast, Talk Smart: Communication Techniques
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Annabelle Williams
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Brad Rogers
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Chris Voss
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Gianpaolo Bianchi
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Matt Abrahams
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Peter Sagal
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Phyllis Kao
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Matt Abrahams: 我从小就习惯了被提问和即兴发言，这对我来说既是挑战也是乐趣。我发现结构化的框架对于即兴表达非常有用，它就像一个路线图，为我提供了一个开始和结束的地方，以及逻辑上的连接。我最喜欢的结构是三个简单的问题：是什么？那又怎样？现在怎么办？在会议中，当你的老板突然让你更新情况时，你可以使用这个结构来组织你的回答。首先，解释你一直在做什么；然后，说明为什么这很重要；最后，阐述你打算做什么以及你的计划和应急方案。这个结构不仅可以帮助你更好地组织思路，还可以让你在即兴演讲时更加自信和从容。为了更好地掌握这种结构，我建议大家在每次播客、会议或互动后都问自己这三个问题，以此来训练你的大脑以这种方式思考。

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This chapter explores the challenges of spontaneous communication and introduces the concept of using structures and frameworks to organize thoughts and deliver clear messages. It emphasizes the importance of preparation and offers practical strategies for building lasting habits for impromptu speaking.
  • Using structures and frameworks like the 'What? So what? Now what?' method helps organize thoughts and improve communication under pressure.
  • Regular practice and drilling of these structures enhances their effectiveness in real-time situations.
  • Preparation and prior planning are essential for building confidence and composure.

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Stay sharp, sound confident, and speak with impact — even when you're put on the spot.

Communicating clearly is challenging enough when there’s time to prepare. But in most situations — whether in meetings, casual conversations, or high-stakes moments — we rarely have the luxury of scripting our words. We must think and speak in real time.Spontaneous communication is a daily challenge, yet few of us receive formal training in how to handle it with poise and confidence. So how can we stay composed and communicate effectively when put on the spot? Drawing on years of experience, our expert coaches — including a sports broadcaster, FBI negotiator, UN interpreter, game show host, NFL referee, and Sotheby’s auctioneer — share their final pieces of advice to help answer that question.In this special episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart), the Spontaneous Speaking miniseries concludes with powerful tools, frameworks, and tips for staying calm, organizing your thoughts, and speaking with clarity under pressure. Matt Abrahams shares practical strategies and exercises designed to help you build lasting habits and sharpen your impromptu speaking skills.Whether you tend to freeze when caught off guard or simply want to express your ideas more effectively on the fly, this final installment will equip you to not only think fast — but speak smart.

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Chapters:

  • (00:00) - Introduction

  • (02:01) - The Power of Structure

  • (05:53) - Expert Tip: Trust Yourself

  • (06:14) - Expert Tip: Project Confidence & Provide Value

  • (07:53) - Expert Tip: Ask for What You Need & Visualization

  • (10:20) - Expert Tip: Review & Reflect

  • (12:20) - Expert Tip: Use an Encouraging Tone

  • (12:41) - Expert Tip: Turn Observation into Storytelling

  • (14:34) - Conclusion

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