253: How to Speak Out…Without a Freak Out with Matthew Abrahams

Stanford instructor Matt Abrahams teaches techniques to calm speaking anxieties…from managing procrastination to cooling body temperatures, and more. You’ll Learn: 1) How to attack both the symptoms and sources of speaking anxiety 2) Why to envision communication as a conversation instead of a performance 3) How long to make eye contact About Matt Matt Abrahams is a passionate, collaborative and innovative educator and coach. He teaches Effective Virtual Communication and Essentials of Strategic Communication at Stanford University’s Graduate School of Business. Matt is also Co-Founder and Principal at Bold Echo Communications Solutions, a presentation and communication skills company based in Silicon Valley that helps people improve their presentation skills. Matt recently published the third edition of his book Speaking Up Without Freaking Out, a book written to help the millions of people who wish to present in a more confident and compelling way. Items Mentioned in this Show: Matt’s Book: Speaking Up Without Freaking Out: 50 Techniques for Confident and Compelling Presenting Matt’s Websites: BoldEcho.com and No Freaking Speaking Matt’s Improv Class: Improvisationally Speaking App: LikeSo App: Orai App: Ummo Book: Give Your Speech, Change The World by Dr. Nick Morgan Book: Improv Wisdom: Don’t Prepare, Just Show Up by Patricia Madson Prior Episode: 024: A Speech Coach in Your Pocket with Ummo’s Anshul Bhagi Prior Episode: 041: Developing a Powerful Presence with Dr. Nick Morgan TED Talk: Amy Cuddy: Your body language may shape who you are View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep253 . See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .