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Matt Stagliano discusses the importance of listening in interviews and shares his PODS framework for better conversations.

What separates a memorable interview from one people forget the moment it ends? ------------- Matt Stagliano believes it isn't about asking better questions; it's about learning when to stop talking. Drawing from more than 25 years of interviewing and his new book, Speak Less, Get More , Matt shares a simple framework for leading conversations that create trust, reveal better stories, and leave a lasting impact. We explore his PODS interview framework, the power of silence, why great hosts shine the light on their guests instead of themselves, and how AI helps him save hours each week while keeping the human side of his business front and center. Whether you host a podcast, lead sales calls, or simply want better conversations, this episode is full of practical ideas you can put to work right away. Key Points: The PODS framework: Preparation, Orientation, Discovery, and Sendoff Why listening is more valuable than asking more questions How the "three-beat rule" encourages guests to share deeper insights The difference between overperforming and drifting as an interviewer Why great hosts illuminate their guests instead of themselves How thoughtful editing preserves the natural…

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Host: Jeff Sieh

Guest: Matt Stagliano

Topics covered

• interview techniques
• communication skills
• podcasting
• AI in business
• storytelling

Keywords

• interviewing
• PODS framework
• listening
• AI
• communication

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Books & works: Speak Less, Get More

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