In this conversation, we discuss the concept of thinking on your feet, particularly in the context of handling unexpected questions and maintaining fluency in English. We explore various phrases that can help buy time when responding to questions, the importance of preparation in communication, and introduce a communication framework known as P.R.E.P. (Point, Reason, Example, Point) to enhance clarity and effectiveness in speaking.
Takeaways
Thinking on your feet means reacting immediately to unexpected situations.
Using phrases like ‘Let me think about that for a second’ buys you time.
Stumbling occurs when you start and stop sentences without clarity.
Rambling is talking without a clear point or structure.
To settle yourself means to calm down before responding.
Preparation is key to effective communication and helps avoid rambling.
The P.R.E.P. framework helps structure your thoughts when speaking.
Communication frameworks are useful in any language, not just English.
Effective communication is about clarity, not just language proficiency.
Practising these techniques can enhance your confidence in speaking.
Sound Bites
“You can’t go wrong with prep.”
Chapters
00:00 Thinking on Your Feet: An Introduction
03:00 Understanding Communication Frameworks
06:05 The Importance of Preparation in Communication
09:02 Practical Application of Communication Techniques
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Catch this episode we recorded about PREP and SPIN back in 2021!
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