Episodes

Why we often over-index on risk.

"Directness, with respect, is essential.”

Disrupting yourself can open new doors and help you reach your full potential.

Manage stress by adjusting the conversations that we have with ourselves.

Approach negotiations with intention.

Transform conflicts into something productive.

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

Matt interviews four distinguished faculty members live from Stanford GSB.

How leaders can foster cultures and environments where innovation thrives.

Handling challenges and objections from your audience.

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

Why good communication isn’t just about the words we say.

Decision-making, conflict negotiation, and the psychology of disagreement.

Why deep connection with others starts by connecting more deeply with ourselves.

How LLMs can help teams supercharge their problem-solving.

Techniques that distinguish a good communicator from a “supercommunicator:”

Fostering an environment where failure is not feared but embraced.

Why resistance isn’t always a bad thing.

Body language and word choices that can help you “power up” or “power down” your communication.

How to communicate so that others feel seen, heard, and understood.

Matt takes live questions from his worldwide audience.

Introducing the If/Then Podcast: Zoom In…or Out? When Face-to-Face Meetings Matter

Think Fast Talk Smart provides the tools, techniques, and best practices to help you communicate more effectively.

How to run meetings that don’t suck: part two of our mini-series for running successful meetings.