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b'How can using icebreakers, like tongue twisters, set a more comfortable and engaging tone for a public speaking event or meeting?\\nWhy is structure so important in communication, and how can the three-part structure improve the clarity and impact of our responses?\\nWelcome back to another engaging episode of Better Call Daddy, the show where conversations make you stop, reflect, and maybe even jot down some notes. Reena Friedman Watts, joined by her father, her hero, and number one fan, Wayne Friedman, dives into the intricacies of impactful communication in season four.\\nToday, we\'re thrilled to have Matt Abrahams, a seasoned communication expert, join us to unravel the art of breaking the ice and the essentials of speaking with confidence, especially when public speaking jitters come knocking.From the profound lessons of Phil Zimbardo\'s Stanford Prison experiment to the lightheartedness of improv, Matt shares insights on how to be present, responsive, and creative in the moment.\\nWhether it\'s cutting down our words for sharp communication with teenagers or structuring our thoughts effectively in the workplace, Matt has got actionable strategies for you.We also explore the balancing act of communication \\u2013 its power to persuade as well as manipulate \\u2013 and the importance of teaching ourselves to navigate these waters.\\nMatt\'s wisdom doesn\'t just come from his extensive teaching and podcasting experience, but also from the joy and humility he\'s learned from his own children.In this episode, we\'re not just discussing tactics to communicate but the life experiences that inform them. We\'re striking at the heart of meaningful interactions, all underlined by the critical role of active listening and the beauty of embracing silence in conversation. So, get ready to be inspired to express yourself truthfully and thoughtfully, whether through podcasting, writing, or simply sharing a moment with a friend.\\nDon\'t forget to engage with us, because as Matt reminds us, everyone has something worth sharing. So listen closely, and join our journey through the nuances of connection in yet another candid and transformative episode of "Better Call Daddy." Now, let\'s dial in!\\nMatt Abrahams is a leading expert in communication with decades of experience as an educator, author, podcast host, and coach. As a Lecturer in Organizational Behavior at Stanford University\\u2019s Graduate School of Business, he teaches popular classes in strategic communication and effective virtual presenting. He received Stanford GSB\\u2019s Alumni Teaching Award in recognition of his teaching students around the world. Outside of the classroom, Matt is a sought-after keynote speaker and communication consultant. He has helped countless presenters improve and hone their communication, including some who have delivered IPO road shows as well as Nobel Prize, TED, and World Economic Forum presentations. He also consults for the United Nations\\u2019 Secretary General\\u2019s Strategic Planning and Communication Office. His online talks garner millions of views and he hosts the popular, award-winning podcast\\xa0Think Fast, Talk Smart The Podcast. His new book\\xa0Think Faster, Talk Smarter: How to Speak Successfully When You\\u2019re Put on the Spot\\xa0provides tangible, actionable skills to help even the most anxious of speakers succeed when speaking spontaneously, such as navigating Q&A sessions, shining in job interviews, providing effective feedback, making small talk, fixing faux pas, persuading others. His previous book\\xa0Speaking Up without Freaking Out: 50 Techniques for Confident and Compelling Presenting\\xa0has helped thousands of people manage speaking anxiety and present more confidently and authentically.\\nConnect with Matt Abrahams\\nhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/maabrahams/\\n\\xa0\\nConnect with Reena\\nbettercalldaddy.com\\nlinkedin.com/in/reenafriedmanwatts\\ntwitter.com/reenareena\\ninstagram.com/reenafriedmanwatts\\ninstagram.com/bettercalldaddypodcast\\nMe and my dad would love to hear from you, Drop us a review,'