The WealthAbility Show #160: How do we communicate successfully when we don't get to prepare what we want to say? What skills do we need to respond powerfully in spur of the moment questions? In this episode, Matt Abrahams joins Tom in discovering the tools to think fast, talk smart, and how we should strive for connection, not perfection. Order Tom’s book, “The Win-Win Wealth Strategy: 7 Investments the Government Will Pay You to Make” at: 00:00 – Intro 04:36 – Requisites for being a good in-the-moment speaker. 08:21 – "What? So what? Now what?" 12:00 – Steps to manage your anxiety when speaking. 16:17 – Listen well. 21:00 – Being in the present and focus on the "next play". 22:44 – Top 3 Things to Practice. 26:00 – Key final words: Repetition, Reflection, Feedback. Looking for more on Matt Abrahams? Website: Books: “Think Faster, Talk Smarter: How to Speak Successfully When You’re Put on the Spot”, "Speaking Up Without Freaking Out" Podcast: Think Fast, Talk Smart Tom Wheelwright, #CPA is a Best-Selling Author, Entrepreneur & Worldwide Authority on Tax. ********************************** PODCAST: WealthAbility® For CPAs ********************************** Listen & Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher & Spotify! YouTube Playlist ********************************** Resources ********************************** Tom’s Book: Tax-Free Wealth Visit WealthAbility® Sign up for Tom’s Free Weekly Report Schedule A Call With My Team *********************************** Social Media *********************************** Facebook (Tom Wheelwright) Facebook (WealthAbility®) Facebook (Tax-Free Wealth Book) Twitter (WealthAbility®) Instagram (WealthAbility®) DISCLAIMER: WealthAbility® does not provide tax, legal or accounting advice. The materials provided have been prepared for informational purposes only, and are not intended to provide tax, legal or accounting advice. The materials may or may not reflect the most current legislative or regulatory requirements or the requirements of specific industries or of states. These materials are not tax advice and are not intended or written to be used, and cannot be used, for purposes of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on any taxpayer. Readers should consult their own tax, legal and accounting advisors before applying the laws to their particular situations or engaging in any transaction.