Improve Your Impromptu Speaking
We all know that leaders need to captivate audiences and effectively convey their ideas. But not every speaking opportunity can be prepared and practiced. That's why it's so important to learn the skill of speaking\xa0off-the-cuff, and Matt Abrahams, lecturer at the Stanford Graduate School of Business and host of the podcast Think Fast, Talk Smart, has advice to help. He explains how to stay calm in these situations, craft a compelling message, and ensure you've made a good impression. Abrahams is author of the book\xa0Think Faster, Talk Smarter: How to Speak Successfully When You\u2019re Put on the Spot\xa0as well as the HBR article \u201cHow to Shine When You\u2019re Put on the Spot.\u201d