How successful people talk to others at work and what to learn

In the age of AI, building strong relationships at work is more important than ever. One of the best ways to make these connections is through casual conversation and small talk.

Learn how to turn everyday conversations into powerful career tools and get noticed with our new course, How to Talk to People at Work. This course provides step-by-step guidance to help you build trusted relationships, open doors to new opportunities, and accelerate your career growth.

Whether you want to improve your conversation skills, improve team relationships, or deliver more persuasive presentations, this course will help you conduct conversations with confidence and ease.

We share practical tips for navigating boring or awkward interactions, strategies for overcoming common communication challenges, and a proven framework for introducing yourself in an unforgettable way.

Over 40 minutes of instructional video content divided into easy-to-understand lessons Workbook with exercises and examples Instant access to watch and read at your own pace Access to a dedicated online community to discuss progress and pitfalls in real time

Use small talk as a powerful tool for career growth, not an inconvenience Use a proven framework to introduce yourself and build fruitful professional relationships Start and maintain engaging conversations Easily overcome conversation hurdles End conversations with confidence

Matt Abrahams is a communications guru with decades of experience as an educator, author, podcast host, and coach. As a lecturer in organizational behavior at the Stanford Graduate School of Business, he teaches popular classes on strategic communication and effective virtual presentations. He is a sought-after keynote speaker and consultant for organizations such as the United Nations Secretary-General’s Office of Strategic Planning and Communications, where he has helped countless presenters improve their communications.

Matt is the host of the award-winning podcast “Think Faster, Talk Smarter” and the author of “Think Faster, Talk Smarter: How to Speak Successful When You’re Put on the Spot” and “Speaking Up Without Freaking Out: 50 Techniques for Confident and Concepting Presenter.”

Henna Pryor is a workplace performance expert and global keynote speaker specializing in performance thinking, communication, and problem solving in a fast-paced world. With 20 years of experience coaching corporate leaders, she offers a science-backed approach to strategic risk-taking and social and emotional fitness.

Henna is a columnist for Inc. Magazine, a TEDx and SXSW speaker, and a contributor to media outlets including CNBC Make It, Fast Company, and HuffPost. She is also the author of the award-winning book Good Awkward: How to Embrace the Embarrassing and Celebrate the Cringe to become The Bravest You, which was named a Success Magazine Woman of Influence, LinkedIn Learning Instructor, Glassdoor WorkLife Pro, and a Kirkus Reviews Book of the Year.

Sign up for How to Talk to People at Work now and use coupon code EARLYBIRD to receive an initial discount of 20% off the regular course price of $57 (excl. tax). Offer valid from April 20, 2026 to May 4, 2026. Terms and conditions apply.