Episodes

Aug. 27, 2024

157. Communicating the Future: Defining Where We Want AI to Take Us

Advancing technology can be used to raise our own standards of communication.
Guest: Russ Altman
Aug. 20, 2024

156. Creative Communication: How Our Design Choices Illustrate Our Values

Applying design thinking to communication can help create the world around us.
Guest: Scott Doorley
Aug. 13, 2024

155. Can We Be Candid? How to Communicate Clearly and Directly

In communication the best route is often the most direct.
Guest: Susan Rice
Aug. 6, 2024

154. Rethinks: Communicating Better as a Leader

Changing role of communication in business leadership.
July 23, 2024

152. Fix Your Communication: Why It’s About Connection Over Perfection

The Fixable podcast turns to Matt Abrahams on what to do when communication breaks down.
July 9, 2024

150. Communication Tips from the Classroom and Around the World

Good advice for good communication in this 150th episode.
June 25, 2024

148. Conviction and Compassion: How to Have Hard Conversations

"Directness, with respect, is essential.”
Guest: Irv Grousbeck
June 18, 2024

147. Disrupt Yourself: How to Innovate Who You Are and Become Who You Can Be

Disrupting yourself can open new doors and help you reach your full potential.
June 11, 2024

146. Stress Resets: How to Change Your Internal Dialogue to Communicate Better

Manage stress by adjusting the conversations that we have with ourselves.
Guest: Jenny Taitz
May 28, 2024

144. Communicating Through Conflict: How to Get Along with Anyone

Transform conflicts into something productive.
Guest: Amy Gallo
May 21, 2024

143. Adopting a VC Mindset: How to Achieve More by Thinking, and Communicating, Like a Venture Capitalist

Weigh alternatives, make decisions, and move forward without looking back.
May 14, 2024

142. Power and Persuasion: Live Insights from Stanford Experts

Matt interviews four distinguished faculty members live from Stanford GSB.
May 7, 2024

141. An Invitation for Innovation: Why Creativity Is Found, Not Forced

How leaders can foster cultures and environments where innovation thrives.
Guest: Linda Hill
April 30, 2024

140. Rethinks: How to Handle a Skeptical Audience

Handling challenges and objections from your audience.
Guest: Burt Alper
April 23, 2024

139. Lose Yourself: The Secret to Finding Flow and Being Fully Present

Boost your productivity, find more joy in your work, and be more present in the moment.
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April 16, 2024

138. Speak Your Truth: Why Authenticity Leads to Better Communication

"You can never go wrong when you’re saying your truth."
Guest: Graham Weaver
April 9, 2024

137. When Words Aren’t Enough: How to Excel at Nonverbal Communication

Why good communication isn’t just about the words we say.
Guest: Dana Carney
April 2, 2024

136. The Art of Disagreeing Without Conflict: Navigating the Nuance

Decision-making, conflict negotiation, and the psychology of disagreement.
Guest: Julia Minson
March 26, 2024

135. Rethinks: The Personal and Professional Power of Emotional Awareness

Why deep connection with others starts by connecting more deeply with ourselves.
Guest: Celine Teoh
March 19, 2024

134. How to Chat with Bots: The Secrets to Getting the Information You Need from AI

How LLMs can help teams supercharge their problem-solving.