At some point at work, we’ve all likely experienced feeling anxious, ill-equipped, or off-kilter or when having to give a spur-of-the-moment answer or when expected to speak on the fly.
In this session called Speaking Confidently When Put on the Spot, Cecilia shared ideas to help you feel more comfortable responding and communicating in the moment, regardless of how prepared or eloquent you think you are.
Based on Matt Abrahams’ book, Think Faster, Talk Smarter, this session taught us that there is no right or wrong way to communicate. You’ll learn ideas on how to focus more on practice and preparation to help reduce stress and feel more confident when speaking spontaneously in front of others.
You’ll hear from Cecilia about:
✅ Secrets to Effective Communication
✅ Reframing Speaking Anxiety
✅ Getting Comfortable with Spontaneity
Additional Resources
How To Shine When You’re Put On The Spot by Matt Abrahams - This article suggests key strategies to successfully master the art of spontaneous speaking. (Article: Harvard Business Review)
Mastering Spontaneous Communication: Strategies for Speaking with Confidence by Kwame Christian - This article highlights practical advice for effectively managing spontaneous conversations. (Article: Forbes)
Expert Tips to Master The Art of 'Spontaneous Speaking' by Rodger Dean Duncan - This article shares tips and techniques to conquer spontaneous speaking. (Article: Forbes)
Be Better At Spontaneous Speaking by Matt Abrahams - This article offers some tools to prepare you to be ready for off-the-cuff conversations. (Article: Stanford Graduate School of Business)
Think Fast, Talk Smart with Matt Abrahams - This podcast provides the tools, techniques, and best practices to help you communicate more effectively. (Podcast)
