Matt Abrahams

As an experienced educator and communication expert, Matt Abrahams serves as an Organizational Behavior lecturer at Stanford’s Graduate School of Business. His significant global impact on students was formally acknowledged when he was honored with the prestigious Stanford GSB Alumni Teaching Award.

Beyond his academic responsibilities, Abrahams is highly regarded as a corporate consultant and engaging keynote speaker. He has guided numerous professionals in refining their messaging and delivery, mentoring individuals preparing for high-stakes stages such as TED talks, IPO roadshows, World Economic Forum addresses, and Nobel Prize lectures. He’s also a consultant for the Strategic Planning and Communication Group for the United Nations Secretary-General.

Abrahams reaches a massive global audience through his viral online lectures and as the host of the acclaimed podcast, Think Fast, Talk Smart. As an author, he helps people overcome stage fright through his previous book, Speaking Up without Freaking Out, which offers practical techniques for delivering confident and authentic presentations. His latest publication, Think Faster, Talk Smarter, expands on his communication philosophy by equipping readers with actionable strategies to master impromptu speaking scenarios.