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  • 333. Find the Vibe: Build Stronger Connections Through Communication Part 1

    333. Find the Vibe: Build Stronger Connections Through Communication Part 1
    19 Oct 2026
    “Be as curious about the other person as you are excited to share about yourself.”What makes you click with someone? For organizational psychologist and bestselling author Adam Grant, meaningful connection isn't just about chemistry. It's about understanding how we relate to others, showing genuine curiosity, and creating interactions that bring us closer. In part one of this two-part Think Fast, Talk Smart episode, Grant joins Matt Abrahams to discuss the science of connection and share lessons from his new book, Vibe: The Secrets of Strong Connections in a Lonely World. From building confidence through practice and seeking advice instead of feedback to finding common ground and creating more dynamic conversations, Grant shares practical ways to strengthen relationships and make our interactions more meaningful.Takeaways:Strong connections are built with intention. Understanding whether you're seeking shared goals, interests, or values helps you approach relationships more thoughtfully and build stronger connections.Better conversations require curiosity and give-and-take. Showing genuine interest, keeping exchanges dynamic, and remembering personal details can turn everyday interactions into more meaningful, lasting relationships.Activity:Make a memory flex. After your next meaningful conversation, note one detail the other person shared. A few days later, follow up with a thoughtful message, recommendation, or question that shows you remembered and helps strengthen the connection.Printable Expanded Takeaways & ActivitiesEpisode Reference Links:Adam GrantAdam’s Book: VibeEp.80 Magic Words: Change What You Say to Inspire and Influence Others Connect:Premium Signup >>>> Think Fast Talk Smart PremiumEmail Questions & Feedback >>> hello@fastersmarter.ioEpisode Transcripts >>> Think Fast Talk Smart WebsiteNewsletter Signup + English Language Learning >>> FasterSmarter.ioThink Fast Talk Smart >>> LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTubeMatt Abrahams >>> LinkedIn Chapters:(00:00) - Introduction(01:03) - Overcoming Speaking Anxiety(04:03) - Building Confidence(05:28) - Expanding Your Comfort Zone(08:17) - Learning Through Advice(13:45) - Balancing Competence and Connection(15:21) - The Science of Vibing(16:53) - Building Connection Virtually(18:52) - Three Types of Connection(20:17) - Turn Connection Into Collaboration(23:38) - The Final Three Questions(30:34) - Conclusion********Thank you to our sponsors. These partnerships support the ongoing production of the podcast, allowing us to bring it to you at no cost.Strawberry.me. Get 50% off your first coaching session today at Strawberry.me/smartJoin our Think Fast Talk Smart Learning Community and become the communicator you want to be.
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  • 332. Rethinks: Learn Faster and Fail Smarter

    332. Rethinks: Learn Faster and Fail Smarter
    15 Oct 2026
    “You learn nothing when you’re right.” Effective communication isn’t about having all the answers. As Astro Teller knows, it’s about finding, and sometimes fumbling, your way through the questions. As Captain of Moonshots at X, Alphabet’s Moonshot Factory, Teller embraces what he calls “a learning journey,” where being wrong isn’t the end, but an opportunity to discover something new. In this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, Teller and Matt Abrahams discuss how embracing uncertainty drives innovation, why leaders should reward learning over outcomes, and why sometimes being wrong is the best way to learn.Takeaways:Being wrong is where learning happens. Treating failure as useful information rather than something to avoid helps you stay curious, test assumptions, and discover better paths forward. Reward the habits that lead to innovation, not just the outcomes. Focusing on curiosity, humility, and experimentation creates space for people to take meaningful risks and pursue ideas that may not work the first time. Activity:Find the failure faster. Choose one idea or project you’re confident about and identify the assumption most likely to prove you wrong. Design one small test that could challenge that assumption, then treat whatever you learn as progress.Episode Reference Links:Astro TellerAstro’s Book: Sacred CowsEp.237 Mistake It Till You Make It: Learn Faster and Fail SmarterEp.70 Ideas Fuel Innovation: Why Your First Ideas Aren't Always the BestEp.20 Question Your Questions: How to Spark Creativity in Your Communication Connect:Premium Signup >>>> Think Fast Talk Smart PremiumEmail Questions & Feedback >>> hello@fastersmarter.ioEpisode Transcripts >>> Think Fast Talk Smart WebsiteNewsletter Signup + English Language Learning >>> FasterSmarter.ioThink Fast Talk Smart >>> LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTubeMatt Abrahams >>> LinkedIn Chapters:(00:00) - Introduction(01:33) - Defining a Moonshot(03:35) - Building a Learning Mindset(06:15) - Learning vs. Productivity(07:50) - Sharing Learning Across Teams(10:04) - Rewarding Habits, Not Outcomes(12:32) - Destigmatizing Failure(15:12) - Moonshots in Action(18:51) - Storytelling for Understanding(20:11) - Using Analogies Effectively(22:15) - Fostering Creativity Through Play(25:20) - Hiring for a Moonshot Culture(27:57) - The Moonshot Podcast(29:44) - The Final Three Questions(34:19) - ConclusionTo see what Scribe could look like for your organization, head to scribe.how/thinkfast and mention Think Fast for your first month of Scribe Capture free.
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  • 331. Matchmaker Mindset: How to Make Yourself Memorable in Any Conversation

    331. Matchmaker Mindset: How to Make Yourself Memorable in Any Conversation
    12 Oct 2026
    “Boredom is just the enemy of conversation.” Small talk doesn’t have to be boring. For matchmaker and dating coach Rachel Greenwald, better conversations start with a little preparation and a willingness to move beyond predictable questions toward the stories that make people memorable. In this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, Greenwald joins Matt Abrahams to share strategies for building stronger connections in dating, networking, and the workplace. From bridging small talk toward more meaningful topics to navigating taboo subjects and showing more vulnerability, she explains how to create conversations that bring out the best in others and ourselves.Takeaways:Better small talk starts with a little strategy. Preparing a few topics and finding natural bridges toward what makes you unique can turn routine exchanges into more memorable, meaningful interactions. Connection comes from stories, not just information. Asking questions that invite people to share experiences and emotions can reveal more than factual answers and help deepen relationships.Activity:Build a better bridge. Turn three standard small-talk questions into openings that lead somewhere more interesting. For example, instead of answering “How are you?” with “Good,” practice a response that naturally introduces a story, interest, or experience someone could ask you about.Printable Expanded Takeaways & ActivitiesTo listen to the extended Deep Thinks version of this episode, please visit FasterSmarter.io/premium.Episode Reference Links:Rachel GreenwaldEp.89 Listen, Listen, Listen: How to Build Deep Connections Connect:Premium Signup >>>> Think Fast Talk Smart PremiumEmail Questions & Feedback >>> hello@fastersmarter.ioEpisode Transcripts >>> Think Fast Talk Smart WebsiteNewsletter Signup + English Language Learning >>> FasterSmarter.ioThink Fast Talk Smart >>> LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTubeMatt Abrahams >>> LinkedIn Chapters:(00:00) - Introduction(00:50) - Strategic Small Talk(04:27) - Building Your Personal Brand(08:21) - Mastering the First 60 Seconds(10:54) - Starting in the Middle(12:17) - Navigating Taboo Topics(15:36) - The Final Three Questions(23:33) - Conclusion********Thank you to our sponsors. These partnerships support the ongoing production of the podcast, allowing us to bring it to you at no cost.Unleash your Superhuman potential with AI that meets you where you work. Learn more at superhuman.comJoin our Think Fast Talk Smart Learning Community and become the communicator you want to be.
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  • 329. Your Brand is Your Promise: The 4 C’s for Better Communication

    329. Your Brand is Your Promise: The 4 C’s for Better Communication
    5 Oct 2026
    “A brand is a promise, and a great brand is a promise well kept.”What does it take to build something people believe in? For Daniel Lubetzky, social entrepreneur and KIND Snacks founder, it starts with curiosity, compassion, creativity, and courage, along with a willingness to listen, learn, and stay true to what you stand for. In this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, Lubetzky joins Matt Abrahams to share lessons from building businesses, brands, and bridges between people. He explains why authenticity matters more than appearing to have all the answers, how great brands keep their promises, and what entrepreneurs can learn from listening, practicing, and knowing when to adapt without losing sight of their values.Takeaways:Authenticity builds trust. You don’t need to have every answer or appear perfectly polished. Being willing to admit what you don’t know, listen, and learn can make others more willing to believe what you do say. Strong brands know what they promise. Consistency around your values and value proposition helps people know what to expect from you, while thoughtful feedback can help you adapt without losing what you stand for. Activity:Practice the pause. In your next conversation, resist the urge to jump in when the other person finishes speaking. Leave a brief pause, then respond to what you actually heard rather than what you expected them to say.Printable Expanded Takeaways & ActivitiesTo listen to the extended Deep Thinks version of this episode, please visit FasterSmarter.io/premium.Episode Reference Links:Daniel LubetzkyDaniel’s Book: Do the KIND ThingDaniel’s Podcast: Build or BreakEp.153 Listen Up, Leaders: A Record-Setting Coach's Guide to Communication Connect:Premium Signup >>>> Think Fast Talk Smart PremiumEmail Questions & Feedback >>> hello@fastersmarter.ioEpisode Transcripts >>> Think Fast Talk Smart WebsiteNewsletter Signup + English Language Learning >>> FasterSmarter.ioThink Fast Talk Smart >>> LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTubeMatt Abrahams >>> LinkedIn Chapters:(00:00) - Introduction(01:01) - Builders vs. Destroyers(02:41) - The Four Cs of a Builder’s Mindset(04:28) - Listening, Pausing, and Authenticity(07:22) - What Entrepreneurs Get Wrong(08:51) - Betting on the Entrepreneur(10:20) - Building a Brand That Keeps Its Promise(12:42) - The Three Cs of the Creative Process(18:37) - The Final Three Questions(23:12) - Conclusion
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    24 dk.