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The social default inspires conformity. It coaxes us to fall in line with an idea or behavior simply because other people do. It embodies what the term “social pressure” refers to: wanting to belong to the crowd, fear of being an outsider, fear of being scorned, fear of disappointing other people.
Clear Thinking
Shane Parrish
**Practice Structure Daily**
- Drill the structure daily by reflecting briefly after meetings or podcasts.
- This practice trains your brain for better spontaneous speaking habits and clearer communication.
Transcript:
Matt Abrahams
Let me give you an example of how to improve what, so what, now what. Every time you're finished listening to one of our podcast episodes, or perhaps listening to or reading a book, or attending a meeting, simply ask yourself, what was it about? Why is it important to me? And what can I do with this information? By drilling that for just 30 seconds after every podcast episode, every meeting, every interaction, you train your brain to think in that way.
203. No Script, No Problem: Final Secrets to Speaking Under Pressure
Think Fast Talk Smart: Communication Techniques
If you find yourself de-cluttering more than once a month, then it’s likely you are overcommitting yourself, making your tasks too granular, or not prioritizing well enough.