{"podcast":{"title":"Think Fast Talk Smart: Communication Techniques","slug":"think-fast-talk-smart-communication-techniques-265379","podcast_index_feed_id":265379,"rss_url":"https://feeds.transistor.fm/think-fast-talk-smart-communication-techniques","website_url":"https://fastersmarter.io","image_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/PnQH0uXqoWcTGWFJMZsyxcW4a_UTMcBsEmtAQtejWjU/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9kMTFm/MzE2MzEwOTVhNTYy/YjVjYzBlYWJmZWJm/ZjM5ZS5wbmc.jpg","author":"Think Fast Talk Smart","episode_count":315,"summary":"One of the most essential ingredients to success in business and life is effective communication. Join Matt Abrahams, best-selling author and Strategic Communication lecturer at Stanford Graduate School of Business, as he interviews experts to provide actionable insights that help you communicate with clarity, confidence, and impact. From handling impromptu questions to crafting compelling messages, Matt explores practical strategies for real-world communication challenges. Whether you’re navigating a high-stakes presentation, perfecting your email tone, or speaking off the cuff, Think Fast, Talk Smart equips you with the tools, techniques, and best practices to express yourself effectively in any situation. Enhance your communication skills to elevate your career and build stronger professional relationships. Tune in every Tuesday for new episodes. Subscribe now to unlock your potential as a thoughtful, impactful communicator. Learn more and sign up for our eNewsletter at fastersmarter.io.","last_synced_at":"2026-07-28T02:17:31.462590+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/think-fast-talk-smart-communication-techniques-265379"},"episode":{"title":"267. Rethinks: Why Authenticity Leads to Better Communication","slug":"267-rethinks-why-authenticity-leads-to-better-communication","published_at":"2026-02-26T14:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/think-fast-talk-smart-communication-techniques-265379/267-rethinks-why-authenticity-leads-to-better-communication","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/think-fast-talk-smart-communication-techniques-265379","url":"https://www.fastersmarter.io/267-rethinks-why-authenticity-leads-to-better-communication/","audio_url":"https://mgln.ai/e/p155759/op3.dev/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/tracking.swap.fm/track/zA4xtlPBvf2K1K9zesjz/media.transistor.fm/1b624b9c/b1871f98.mp3","summary":"Why being true to yourself enables you to show up better for others. From the way you communicate, to the way you build your life and career, Graham Weaver , MBA ’99, says it’s about “giving yourself permission to fully be yourself. You can never go wrong when you’re saying your truth.” Weaver is a lecturer in management, a GSB alum, and the founder and a partner of Alpine Investors. He stresses the importance of direct communication, highlighting how avoiding it can lead to wasted time, energy, and even financial losses. Reflecting on his own experiences in private equity, Weaver admits to struggling with being conflict-averse and not speaking his truth directly, which resulted in getting into bad deals and big losses for his company. “People think that by being indirect, they’re being kind, but all they're doing is creating confusion,” he says. “Clarity is compassionate. Even if it's not what they want to hear, the more direct and clear you can be, the more compassionate that is for the other person.” In this Rethinks episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart , Weaver and host Matt Abrahams explore how being true to oneself not only fosters personal fulfillment but also enables us to show up better for others. Authenticity and self-belief lay the foundation for effective communication, leadership, and ultimately, success. Episode Reference Links: Graham Weaver Connect: Premium Signup >>>> Think Fast Talk Smart Premium Email Questions & Feedback >>> hello@fastersmarter.io Episode Transcripts >>> Think Fast Talk Smart Website Newsletter Signup + English Language Learning >>> FasterSmarter.io Think Fast Talk Smart >>> LinkedIn , Instagram , YouTube Matt Abrahams >>> LinkedIn Chapters: (00:00) - Introduction (04:45) -…","meta_description":"Why being true to yourself enables you to show up better for others. 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