In this episode of the HR Leaders podcast, I'm joined by communication expert Matt Abrahams to discuss strategies from his latest book “Think Faster, Talk Smarter”. Matt has decades of experience coaching executives on impromptu speaking.? Subscribe to HR Leaders: http://bit.ly/2wFkCEq?️ Listen on your favourite platform: https://art19.com/shows/hr-leaders-podcast? Follow Chris on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisraineyhr/This Episode of the HR Leaders podcast is brought to you by our friends at 365TalentsGet their 2024 Skills Impact Report and find out how it can help you build, implement and deliver talent experience with skills technology. http://bit.ly/2024-SKILLS-IMPACT-REPORTEpisode highlights00:00 - Episode highlight01:30 - Matt's background in communication03:21 - Inspiration behind the new book04:40 - Why communication isn't taught earlier05:14 - Unlocking communication abilities06:32 - Best ways to practice communication skills08:24 - Setting communication expectations09:16 - Common communication misconceptions10:25 - Preparing right before public speaking12:49 - Reframing mistakes as "missed takes"14:02 - Striving for connection over perfection14:35 - The value of small talk16:24 - Being interested vs. interesting17:08 - Communication abilities critical for sales18:33 - Taking time to think through answers19:17 - Biggest communication challenges20:25 - Getting better at spontaneous speaking22:08 - Perfecting your presence22:53 - How technology is changing communication25:11 - Using AI conversationally26:35 - AI for personalized learning28:12 - The future of human+AI communication29:20 - Efficiency gains from AI29:39 - Parting advice on communication30:11 - Where to find the book & Matt31:03 - Conclusion & where to connectAbout HR Leaders Podcast: Join Chris Rainey as he chats with the world's top Chief People Officers, CHRO’s and industry experts who share their experience, insights, lessons learned and how they are shaping the future of work for business and society.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.