About this episode

In this episode, brain coach Jim Kwik discusses techniques for improving memory and thinking under pressure.

Have you ever known exactly what you wanted to say, only for your mind to go completely blank when the pressure is on? In this episode, I sit down with brain coach and memory expert Jim Kwik to talk about why that happens and how to train your brain to perform when you need it most. We get into practical ways to improve memory, focus, and thinking speed, how your inner dialogue affects the way you communicate, and why relying too heavily on AI could actually weaken some of the mental skills you need most. Jim also shares simple techniques for remembering names, thinking faster on your feet, and keeping your brain sharp for the long haul. Buy Jim’s new book, Limitless Daily: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/761666/limitless-daily-by-jim-kwik/  Join me on Supercast for ad-free episodes, bonus content, and AMAs: https://jefferson.supercast.com/ Leave me a voicemail to be featured on the show! https://www.jeffersonfisher.com/ask-jefferson  Order The Next Conversation Workbook: https://www.jeffersonfisher.com/workbook Thank you to our sponsors: Our Place. Visit https://fromourplace.com/JEFFERSON and use code JEFFERSON for 10% off sitewide. David. Subscribe and save…

People in this episode

Host: Jefferson Fisher

Guest: Jim Kwik

Topics covered

• memory improvement
• brain training
• communication skills
• AI impact
• thinking speed

Keywords

• memory
• focus
• thinking speed
• communication
• AI

Sponsors

Our Place, David, Cozy Earth, BetterHelp

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Civility Media

Products: Limitless Daily

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