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Matt Abrahams

12/05/14

@ Stanford Graduate School of Business

As a presenter, you must never lose your audience. Providing structure helps keep them on track, just like a tour guide must keep their group together.

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Think Fast, Talk Smart: Communication Techniques

@ Stanford Graduate School of Business

Think Fast, Talk Smart: Communication Techniques

12/05/14

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