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The Diary of a CEO with Steven Bartlett · July 17, 2026 · 33m

Most Replayed Moment: The Framework To Instantly Become Better At Conversation!

Alison Wood Brooks
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Alison Wood Brooks, Harvard Business School professor and author of 'Talk: The Science of Conversation and the Art of Being Ourselves,' breaks down the research-backed framework for better conversations. She reveals the subtle habits that damage likability, why people feel unheard, and the specific changes that make interactions more natural, engaging, and memorable.

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Curious

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Conversation Framework for Authenticity and Connection
Brooks presents a research-backed framework that, when applied consistently, measurably improves how others perceive you and how connected you feel in conversations.
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Highlights

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Subtle Habits Damage Likability in Conversation
Most people unknowingly engage in subtle conversational habits that quietly erode how others perceive their likability and authenticity.
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People Leave Conversations Feeling Unheard Despite Talking
The gap between talking and being heard is one of the most common sources of relationship friction—people can spend hours talking but still feel disconnected.
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Editorial

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Natural and Engaging Conversations Are Learnable Skills
Conversation ability is not innate talent but a skill that can be systematically improved through awareness and practice.
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References

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Talk: The Science of Conversation and the Art of Being Ourselves — Alison Wood Brooks — Core research on conversation science and behavioral patterns

Misc

✧This is a 'most replayed moment'—suggesting a particularly high-value clip from a longer episode
✧Focus on actionable conversation frameworks, not abstract theory
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