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Think Deeply, Speak Simply

Think Deeply, Speak Simply is a show about the art and science of communicating ideas. Listen in to learn how business professionals accelerate their careers with great presentations.
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30 mins
In this 80th episode of Think Deeply, Speak Simply, host Rajat Mishra (CEO, Prezent) interviews Brent Dykes, data storytelling expert and author of Effective Data Storytelling. Together, they explore how to combine the analytical power of AI with the human touch to craft data stories that truly resonate. Discover how leaders can turn raw numbers into meaningful narratives that inspire insight, action, and impact.
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32 mins
In this 79th episode of Think Deeply, Speak Simply, host Rajat Mishra (CEO, Prezent) interviews Juliet Funt, a renowned author, speaker, and founder of Juliet Funt Group. She is best known for her groundbreaking book 'A Minute to Think', where she champions the power of White Space in today’s overworked world. Discover how whitespace boosts clarity, sparks creativity, and strengthens communication in today’s fast-paced work culture.
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41 mins
September 9, 2025
In this 78th episode of Think Deeply, Speak Simply, host Rajat Mishra (CEO, Prezent) highlights insights from Kindra Hall, storytelling expert and author, on how compelling narratives can transform business communication. Learn how stories connect data to meaning, engage stakeholders, and make your message memorable in a crowded business world.

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September 15, 2022
Instilling inspiration is one of the greatest things one can do as a speaker. Today’s guests, each a leader in their own unique industries, are journalist and higher education expert, Jeff Selingo and Eva McLellan, a biotech innovator. The two discuss ways that we can be more inspirational when we communicate with others.
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August 8, 2022
Conflict in the workplace restricts progress and can hinder a team's ability to create a culture of collaboration. Listen in to learn from two professionals, Liz Kislik and Nikhil Bhat, who have prior experience reducing organizational and interpersonal conflict. We'll learn how conflict—while uncomfortable—can be seen as a powerful opportunity to evolve and grow.
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July 26, 2022
When complex problems arise—as they so often do—it's crucial to have a system to fall back on. Join two rockstar problem solvers—Ajay Gupta and Suchi Srinivasan—as they share their methods for effective problem solving and break down the key elements to finding solutions across various sectors.
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July 12, 2022
Inclusive listening is a required process that transforms diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives from simply lip service to real integration and impact. Join Gabrielle Simpson Gambrell and Sridevi Koneru Rao to hear how you can implement inclusive listening in your workplace to ensure all employees are seen and heard within your organization.
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30 min
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June 28, 2022
Solutions are rarely ever obvious. That's why experts in complex problem-solving apply data-driven methods to creatively craft solutions. Join two legends in complex problem-solving—Bob Dvorak and Rob Jenks—as they share their most effective methods for finding and presenting powerful solutions.
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31 min
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June 14, 2022
One of the biggest fears in society: public speaking. But if you can master the art of public speaking, you'll find it can be a fun and lucrative skill with the ability to make a great societal impact. In this episode, we'll hear from professional speakers, Linda-Marie Miller and Scott Sugerman, as they break down public speaking and teach you how to become more confident and polished as a speaker.
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28 min
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May 30, 2022
In this episode, we join author and experience consultant, Jake Jacobs, and Linkedin's Vice President of Marketing Operations, Sanjeev Kapur, to explore the power of listening and how it can be a powerful communication skill—especially when it comes to navigating and driving change.
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32 min
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May 16, 2022
Learn the Do's and Don'ts of navigating data-heavy presentations from experts Bob Dvorak, a former senior partner at Mckinsey & Company, and Shiv Misra, head of analytics for member retention at CVS. Listen in to effectively leverage your data and elevate your bland presentation into one that transforms and inspires.
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26 min
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May 2, 2022
In this episode, we explore how the principles of nature can be found in clear communication. Leading our discussion is Maggie Macnab, award-winning designer, author, and TEDx speaker, followed by Tammy Mulrooney, a Senior Director at Genentech. Listen in to learn how these fundamentals found in nature relate to business communication.
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30 min
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April 18, 2022
One of the biggest challenges face by business leaders is communicating under pressure. In this episode, we'll learn from experts in this space—Sue Guiher of Thrive for Success and Lubab Sheet-Davis of Lam Research Corporation—about how you can view crisis as an opportunity to elevate your communcation and advance your career.
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28 min
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April 4, 2022
The more adept we become at understanding our listeners, the better we can tailor our presentations to their needs. In this episode, we bring you two experts in reading a room—professional poker player Alec Torelli and Gilead Sciences' Srihari Narasimhan—to walk us through the "tells" and strategies that help inform their actions and messaging.
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27 min
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March 21, 2022
In this episode, we'll learn how leaders navigate change by transforming fear into trust by authentically connecting with their audiences. Listen in to hear from Stella Low and Vikram Venugopal as they share their audience-centric strategies when crafting big presentations and communications.