S3 Episode 48: Coaching When You Don’t Know What To Say with Matt Abrahams

Matt Abrahams contacted Claire via Linked In to say ‘Can we talk about my new book: Think Faster, Talk Smarter: How to Speak Successfully When You’re Put on the Spot‘. It was a no brainer to say yes as we have been doing so much work on not knowing and how to speak when you don’t know what to say!

 

There are some great insights in today’s episodes including the value of what we do outside work that builds our courage and presence inside.  For Matt, it’s martial arts.  Matt shares his journey to coaching and the motivation behind writing the book. He discusses the six-step methodology for saying something when you don't know what to say, which includes managing anxiety, reframing speaking as an opportunity, and listening deeply. The conversation also explores the connection between coaching and other disciplines such as martial arts and improv.

 

Contact Matt:

linkedin.com/in/maabrahams

And find his podcast here

 

Takeaways

• Effective communication is essential in coaching and can be learned and improved upon.
• Managing anxiety and reframing speaking as an opportunity are important mindset steps in effective communication.
• Listening deeply and responding appropriately are crucial in spontaneous speaking situations.
• Structure and focus are key messaging steps in effective communication.
• Coaching can be connected to other disciplines such as martial arts and improv, which can enhance communication skills.

Keywords

coaching, communication, effective communication, book, Think Fast Talk Smart, journey, methodology, anxiety management, reframing, listening, connection, martial arts, improv