Dr. Alison Wood Brooks | The Science of Conversation & the Art of Being Ourselves | Talks at Google
Dr. Alison Wood Brooks, a Harvard behavioral scientist, shares insights from her book "Talk: The Science of Conversation and the Art of Being Ourselves" in this Talks at Google discussion. She challenges the "myth of naturalness," revealing that...
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Dr. Alison Wood Brooks | The Science of Conversation & the Art of Being Ourselves | Talks at Google
Dr. Alison Wood Brooks, a Harvard behavioral scientist, shares insights from her book "Talk: The Science of Conversation and the Art of Being Ourselves" in this Talks at Google discussion. She challenges the "myth of naturalness," revealing that effective conversation is a learnable skill, not just innate talent. The video explores practical strategies like topic preparation, the power of follow-up questions, and the "TALK" acronym (Topics, Asking, Levity, Kindness) to improve communication. Dr. Brooks emphasizes the importance of understanding status dynamics, embracing repair, and fostering a mindset of mutual support to transform both personal and professional interactions.
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