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Vanessa Van Edwards

I will teach you how to communicate with confidence. I share science-backed, practical strategies to help you thrive in business, life, and love. Even if you're an introvert!

I'm Vanessa Van Edwards, bestselling author of Captivate and Cues. My brand-new book, Conversation, comes out October 6th 📗 I also teach a course at Harvard University and have taught millions of students how to be more memorable and get the recognition they deserve in my online courses. My goal is to help you level up your people skills.

Want advanced communication tips? Join ambitious professionals in People School, our advanced online communication course. Attend live office hours with me where I answer your questions. I'll give you tools to master your interpersonal success.

I'll help you out! vanessa.live

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Science of People: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vanessavanedwards/
MasterClass: https://www.masterclass.com/vve
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Tuesday · 40 min
24 Science-Based Tips to Deal with Anxiety
Do you feel anxious? I sat down with my friend @MichellePoler to discuss how to deal with anxiety, lessen stress and what happens when we have to face our fears. Michelle conquered 100 fears in 100 days and now feels less anxious and afraid...or better yet, she knows how to handle her stress and anxiety and wants to share those tips with you! Get Michelle's amazing book: https://www.amazon.com/Hello-Fears-Crush-Comfort-Become-ebook/dp/B086D6ZY7R/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=hello+fears&qid=1590501989&sr=8-1 0:00-0:32 Introduction 0:33-8:25 Michelle’s Story 8:26-12:04 The 7 Core Fears 12:05-13:42 Ranking the Core Fears 13:43-15:44 Science of Superhighways and Early Development of Fears 15:45-18:20 Confidence: Not Allowing Fear to Determine Our Actions 18:21-23:15 What is Fear and Worry 23:16-25:23 Michelle’s Anxiety Story 25:24-32:03 Question Your Assumptions ****** Hi, I’m Vanessa! You deserve more. More influence, more income, more of what you want. I would be honored to help you. My name is Vanessa Van Edwards and I’m a recovering awkward person. I’m also the bestselling author of Captivate: The Science of Succeeding with People (https://www.scienceofpeople.com/captivate/) and creator of People School(https://www.scienceofpeople.com/people-school/). My goal is simple: Help YOU get to your goals faster. Never be overlooked, interrupted or forgotten again. Do you want to be the most likable person in the room? Get my FREE guide now: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/ ****** PS - Join the conversation on social! ☞ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vvanedwards/ ☞ Twitter: https://twitter.com/vvanedwards ☞ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vvanedwards/ #michellepoler #hellofears #hellofearsbook #anxiety #stress #anxietyrelief #faceyourfears #vanessavanedwards #captivate #captivatebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tuesday · 11 min
Communicating Across Generations
Each generation communicates a little bit differently. There is no one perfect way to communicate across generations. What separates generation Z, millennials, generation X and boomers a thing? In this video, you will learn helpful ways to communicate better with others from different generations. Want more details on how to communicate with anyone? https://www.scienceofpeople.com/communication-generations/ ****** If you’re ready to level up your charisma, check out our flagship online course, People School: http://bit.ly/2yUf0WR People School is a 12 step video based training program designed to increase your interpersonal intelligence. If you want to learn how to rapidly build trust, spark excitement, develop meaningful connections, stand out from your peers, and finally achieve all of the things you know you’re capable of, People School was created for you. With 12 modules – each one built around a unique human behavior law – People School is the only science-based training program that provides you with actionable lessons to learn the skills you need to succeed. Step-by-step, People School will teach you how to create authentic and meaningful connections with anyone… and accelerate your success. People School has already helped thousands of smart, driven, people from all over the world go from feeling “stuck” to leapfrogging their peers, landing clients, and becoming top performers at places like Google, Hertz, Microsoft and many more. 👉People School registration is now OPEN! Sign up here: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/train... 00:00 Intro 00:50 Gen Z 2:15 Millennials 3:50 Gen X 5:20 Boomers 6:38 The Silent Generation ****** Vanessa Van Edwards is a national bestselling author and founder at Science of People. She is also a recovering awkward person. She is the bestselling author of Captivate: The Science of Succeeding with People which has been translated into 15 different languages. Vanessa’s unique approach has been featured on CNN, BBC, CBS, Fast Company, Inc., Entrepreneur Magazine, USA Today, Today Show and many more. Vanessa shares tangible skills to improve interpersonal communication and leadership, including her insights on how people work. She’s developed a science-based framework for understanding personalities, decoding body language and improving people skills to help people communicate professionally, socially and romantically. Vanessa works with entrepreneurs, growing businesses, and trillion dollar companies; and has spoken to thousands of audiences at TEDx London, MIT and CES to name a few. Science of People looks at the hidden forces that drive our behavior. It’s mission is to help people achieve their goals faster and understand what makes people tick. 👉 https://www.scienceofpeople.com/captivate ****** Subscribe to our channel for more human behavior hacks and communication strategies 👉 http://bit.ly/37ZWNHS P.S. Make sure to keep up with us by clicking the bell! ****** ✔ W E B S I T E https://www.scienceofpeople.com Follow Us on: ✔ I N S T A G R A M https://www.instagram.com/vvanedwards ✔ T W I T T E R https://twitter.com/vvanedwards ✔ L I N K E D I N https://www.linkedin.com/in/vanessavanedwards ✔ F A C E B O O K https://www.facebook.com/vvanedwards #Generations #Communication #VanessaVanEdwards Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tuesday · 9 min
What's your greatest weakness? How to EXPERTLY Answer this Question
In job interviews, the question "What's your greatest weakness?" can be a tricky one to answer. It's a common question that employers use to evaluate a candidate's self-awareness, honesty, and ability to learn and improve. But don't worry, with the right preparation and approach, you can expertly answer this question and impress your interviewer. In this video, we'll walk you through step-by-step on how to identify your weaknesses, frame them in a positive light, and show how you're working to overcome them. We'll cover common mistakes to avoid, including using cliché answers like "I'm a perfectionist". By the end of this video, you'll be equipped with the tools and techniques to confidently and expertly answer the question "What's your greatest weakness?". So, if you're looking to ace your next job interview, be sure to watch this video! Read more here! https://www.scienceofpeople.com/your-greatest-weakness/ In this video: 0:17 - The Dangers of a Fake Positive Answer 0:27 - Give a Real Answer with a Story 0:50 - Example: Overly Optimistic 1:27 - The Reality of Tryouts 2:12 - Learned Lesson 2:32 - Answering with Authenticity ****** Hi, I’m Vanessa! You deserve more. More influence, more income, more of what you want. I would be honored to help you. My name is Vanessa Van Edwards, and I’m a recovering awkward person. I’m also the bestselling author of Captivate: The Science of Succeeding with People (https://www.scienceofpeople.com/captivate/), Cues: Master the Secret Language of Charismatic Communication (https://www.scienceofpeople.com/cues/), and creator of People School(https://www.scienceofpeople.com/people-school/). My goal is simple: Help YOU get to your goals faster. Never be overlooked, interrupted, or forgotten again. Do you want to be the most likable person in the room? Get my FREE guide now: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/training/be-the-most-likable-person-in-the-room/ ****** PS - Join the conversation on social! ☞ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vvanedwards/ ☞ Twitter: https://twitter.com/vvanedwards ☞ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vvanedwards/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tuesday · 16 min
A Professional Development Plan to Level-up Your Life
You can be hyper-capable with a professional development plan. Don't have one yet? The honest truth is you'll achieve nothing in life and career without an action plan. Vanessa will walk you through the exact steps you need to take to be hyper-capable as a professional. This is about taking control of your professional goals and successes. Want more details on how to prepare a professional development plan? https://www.scienceofpeople.com/professional-development-plan/ 0:00-1:38 Introduction 1:39-3:14 Step 1 Self Analysis 3:15-5:14 Step 2 Setting Quality Goals 5:15-7:34 Step 3 Focus, Focus, Focus 7:35-8:35 Step 4 A Great Morning Routine 8:36-11:09 Step 5 Taking Action ****** If you’re ready to level up your charisma, check out our flagship online course, People School: http://bit.ly/2yUf0WR People School is a 12 step video based training program designed to increase your interpersonal intelligence. If you want to learn how to rapidly build trust, spark excitement, develop meaningful connections, stand out from your peers, and finally achieve all of the things you know you’re capable of, People School was created for you. With 12 modules – each one built around a unique human behavior law – People School is the only science-based training program that provides you with actionable lessons to learn the skills you need to succeed. Step-by-step, People School will teach you how to create authentic and meaningful connections with anyone… and accelerate your success. People School has already helped thousands of smart, driven, people from all over the world go from feeling “stuck” to leapfrogging their peers, landing clients, and becoming top performers at places like Google, Hertz, Microsoft and many more. Join the waitlist for People School here 👉 http://bit.ly/2yUf0WR ****** Vanessa Van Edwards is a national bestselling author and founder at Science of People. She is also a recovering awkward person. She is the bestselling author of Captivate: The Science of Succeeding with People which has been translated into 15 different languages. Vanessa’s unique approach has been featured on CNN, BBC, CBS, Fast Company, Inc., Entrepreneur Magazine, USA Today, Today Show and many more. Vanessa shares tangible skills to improve interpersonal communication and leadership, including her insights on how people work. She’s developed a science-based framework for understanding personalities, decoding body language and improving people skills to help people communicate professionally, socially and romantically. Vanessa works with entrepreneurs, growing businesses, and trillion dollar companies; and has spoken to thousands of audiences at TEDx London, MIT and CES to name a few. Science of People looks at the hidden forces that drive our behavior. It’s mission is to help people achieve their goals faster and understand what makes people tick. 👉 https://www.scienceofpeople.com/captivate ****** Subscribe to our channel for more human behavior hacks and communication strategies 👉 http://bit.ly/37ZWNHS P.S. Make sure to keep up with us by clicking the bell! ****** ✔ W E B S I T E https://www.scienceofpeople.com Follow Us on: ✔ I N S T A G R A M https://www.instagram.com/vvanedwards ✔ T W I T T E R https://twitter.com/vvanedwards ✔ L I N K E D I N https://www.linkedin.com/in/vanessavanedwards ✔ F A C E B O O K https://www.facebook.com/vvanedwards #Plan #Development #Life #SelfDevelopment #VanessaVanEdwards #professionaldevelopment #goals #goalsetting #lifeplan #hypercapable #actionplan #success #captivate #captivatebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tuesday · 11 min
How to Talk to Anyone with Ease and Confidence
You can make dazzling conversation with anyone, and I am going to tell you how! Using a few conversation tricks and nonverbal tips, you'll be able to add to your communication repertoire and have wonderful conversations as well as memorable first impressions. There's a science behind having a good conversation and these are great first steps to amazing conversation, but if you need help with conversation starter topics visit: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/conversation-starters-topics/ Those are sure to spark interesting, deep, and unforgettable conversation with anyone you interact with! 😊 In this video: 00:00 Intro to the Science of Conversation 00:51 Tip #1 - Intention 01:43 Tip #2 - Approach 02:38 Tip #3 - Openers 03:32 Tip #4 - Sparks 04:49 Tip #5 - Exits 05:43 Bonus Tip - How to let people know you're open to connect? ****** Hi, I’m Vanessa! You deserve more. More influence, more income, more of what you want. I would be honored to help you. Do you want to be the most likable person in the room? Get my FREE guide now: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/ My name is Vanessa Van Edwards and I’m a recovering awkward person. I’m also a multi-time bestselling author of: Cues: Master the Secret Language of Charismatic Communication (https://www.scienceofpeople.com/cues/) Captivate: The Science of Succeeding with People (https://www.scienceofpeople.com/captivate/) and I am the creator of People School. This advanced video communication course is for high achievers who want to be confident communicators. My goal is simple: Help YOU get to your goals faster. Never be overlooked, interrupted or forgotten again. PS - Get our free 60-minute online trainings: https://www.scienceofpeople.com + Join the party on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vvanedwards/ ****** PS - Join the conversation on social! ☞ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vvanedwards/ ☞ Twitter: https://twitter.com/vvanedwards ☞ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vvanedwards/ #vanessavanedwards #howtotalktopeople #startaconversation #howtotalktoanyone #howtobememorable #howtohaveconversations #icebreakers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tuesday · 7 min
Fix Resting Bothered Face [RBF] with these simple tweaks
Stop your resting bothered face and start being more approachable and likable. In this video, I will teach you how to combat resting bothered face, so you can appear more friendly and charming. In this video: 0:00 Intro 0:35 The science of RBF 1:40 Why do I have a RBF? 2:48 Tips to stop your RBF 3:34 Final thoughts ****** If you’re ready to level up your charisma, check out our flagship course, People School: www.scienceofpeople.com/enroll People School is a 12 step video based training program designed to increase your interpersonal intelligence. People School focuses on the four core competencies of Business PQ: • Empower Leaders and Managers • Leverage Science-Backed Communication Tools • Activate Effective Teamwork and Collaboration • Improve Client Relations & Sales ****** Did you enjoy the video? If so, give it a like above! Subscribe to our channel for more human behavior hacks and communication strategies 👉 https://youtube.com/c/VanessaVanEdwardsYT/ P.S. Make sure to keep up with us by clicking the bell! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tuesday · 5 min
Don't Try to Please Everyone. You're Not Pizza!
You. Cannot. Please. Everyone. Don't even try it! Don't be boring. Don't be taken for granted. Basically... don't be pizza. Instead of being a people pleaser, take pleasure in finding YOUR people. ****** Hi, I’m Vanessa! You deserve more. More influence, more income, more of what you want. I would be honored to help you. My name is Vanessa Van Edwards and I’m a recovering awkward person. I’m also the bestselling author of Captivate: The Science of Succeeding with People (https://www.scienceofpeople.com/captivate/) and creator of People School(https://www.scienceofpeople.com/people-school/). My goal is simple: Help YOU get to your goals faster. Never be overlooked, interrupted or forgotten again. Do you want to be the most likable person in the room? Get my FREE guide now: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/ ****** PS - Join the conversation on social! ☞ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vvanedwards/ ☞ Twitter: https://twitter.com/vvanedwards ☞ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vvanedwards/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tuesday · 9 min
Conversation Starters for Managers to Bond and Use in One on One Meetings
As a manager, one-on-one meetings with your team members are an essential part of building strong relationships and fostering a positive work culture. However, it's not always easy to come up with conversation topics that are both productive and engaging. That's why we've put together a list of conversation starters for managers to bond and use in one-on-one meetings. In this video, we'll cover a variety of topics that can help you connect with your team members on a personal level, including their hobbies and interests, career goals, and feedback on their current role. We'll also provide tips on how to ask open-ended questions and actively listen to their responses, so you can better understand their perspectives and needs. By using these conversation starters, you can create a more collaborative and supportive work environment, boost employee morale and engagement, and ultimately, help your team members reach their full potential. So whether you're a seasoned manager or just starting out, this video is a must-watch for anyone looking to improve their one-on-one meetings. In this video: 0:21 - Starting with Successes 1:08 - Addressing Challenges 2:13 - Checking Teamwork 2:45 - Goals and Growth 2:52 - Asking for Feedback 3:26 - Conclusion Read more here: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/manager-skills/ ****** Hi, I’m Vanessa! You deserve more. More influence, more income, more of what you want. I would be honored to help you. My name is Vanessa Van Edwards, and I’m a recovering awkward person. I’m also the bestselling author of Captivate: The Science of Succeeding with People (https://www.scienceofpeople.com/captivate/), Cues: Master the Secret Language of Charismatic Communication (https://www.scienceofpeople.com/cues/), and creator of People School(https://www.scienceofpeople.com/people-school/). My goal is simple: Help YOU get to your goals faster. Never be overlooked, interrupted, or forgotten again. Do you want to be the most likable person in the room? Get my FREE guide now: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/training/be-the-most-likable-person-in-the-room/ ****** PS - Join the conversation on social! ☞ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vvanedwards/ ☞ Twitter: https://twitter.com/vvanedwards ☞ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vvanedwards/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tuesday · 12 min
How to Be Happier
Learn how to be happy in life and how to find happiness within yourself. Stop waiting for happiness and wake up excited with these easy-to-implement happiness steps. The power of happiness comes from yourself. In this video, you will find some tips on how to be happier and I am going to teach you how you can control and influence your happiness with your behavior, mindset, and day-to-day activities. Want more details on the science of happiness and our power of happiness course? 👉 https://www.scienceofpeople.com/courses/happiness/ In this video: 0:00 Intro 0:22 Can we make ourselves happier? 1:34 We are in control of our happiness 2:15 How to find out what you need to do to be happier 3:55 Happiness experiment 5:37 Partner in joy 6:59 Gratitude ****** If you’re ready to level up your charisma, check out our flagship online course, People School: http://bit.ly/2yUf0WR People School is a 12 step video based training program designed to increase your interpersonal intelligence. If you want to learn how to rapidly build trust, spark excitement, develop meaningful connections, stand out from your peers, and finally achieve all of the things you know you’re capable of, People School was created for you. With 12 modules – each one built around a unique human behavior law – People School is the only science-based training program that provides you with actionable lessons to learn the skills you need to succeed. Step-by-step, People School will teach you how to create authentic and meaningful connections with anyone… and accelerate your success. People School has already helped thousands of smart, driven, people from all over the world go from feeling “stuck” to leapfrogging their peers, landing clients, and becoming top performers at places like Google, Hertz, Microsoft and many more. Join the waitlist for People School here 👉 http://bit.ly/2yUf0WR ****** Hi, I’m Vanessa! You deserve more. More influence, more income, more of what you want. I would be honored to help you. Do you want to be the most likable person in the room? Get my FREE guide now: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/ My name is Vanessa Van Edwards and I’m a recovering awkward person. I’m also a multi-time bestselling author of: Cues: Master the Secret Language of Charismatic Communication (https://www.scienceofpeople.com/cues/) Captivate: The Science of Succeeding with People (https://www.scienceofpeople.com/captivate/) and I am the creator of People School. This advanced video communication course is for high achievers who want to be confident communicators. My goal is simple: Help YOU get to your goals faster. Never be overlooked, interrupted or forgotten again. PS - Get our free 60-minute online trainings: https://www.scienceofpeople.com + Join the party on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vvanedwards/ ****** Vanessa Van Edwards is a national bestselling author and founder at Science of People. She is also a recovering awkward person. She is the bestselling author of Captivate: The Science of Succeeding with People which has been translated into 15 different languages. Vanessa’s unique approach has been featured on CNN, BBC, CBS, Fast Company, Inc., Entrepreneur Magazine, USA Today, Today Show and many more. Vanessa shares tangible skills to improve interpersonal communication and leadership, including her insights on how people work. She’s developed a science-based framework for understanding personalities, decoding body language and improving people skills to help people communicate professionally, socially and romantically. Vanessa works with entrepreneurs, growing businesses, and trillion dollar companies; and has spoken to thousands of audiences at TEDx London, MIT and CES to name a few. Science of People looks at the hidden forces that drive our behavior. It’s mission is to help people achieve their goals faster and understand what makes peo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tuesday · 8 min
How to Remember Anyone's Name
If you struggle to remember names, you are not alone. I have some easy tricks to teach you how to remember names every time. Remembering people's names can have a big impact on communication and on the success of interactions. When you remember people's names, you not only sharpen your memory skills, you make others feel important and they are more likely to respond to you positively. 0:00-0:26 Introduction 0:27-0:54 Research from Emory University 0:55-1:29 Visual Attachment Trick 1:30-2:14 Hair Identifiers 2:15-3:02 Facial Identifiers 3:03-3:49 Accessory Identifiers 3:50-4:05 Summary of Tips 4:06-4:46 Test Your Recall 4:47-5:21 Subscribe for Insider Tips at www.scienceofpeople.com and check out our other videos ****** If you’re ready to level up your charisma, check out our flagship online course, People School: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/training/people-school/ People School is a 12 step video based training program designed to increase your interpersonal intelligence. If you want to learn how to rapidly build trust, spark excitement, develop meaningful connections, stand out from your peers, and finally achieve all of the things you know you’re capable of, People School was created for you. With 12 modules – each one built around a unique human behavior law – People School is the only science-based training program that provides you with actionable lessons to learn the skills you need to succeed. Step-by-step, People School will teach you how to create authentic and meaningful connections with anyone… and accelerate your success. People School has already helped thousands of smart, driven, people from all over the world go from feeling “stuck” to leapfrogging their peers, landing clients, and becoming top performers at places like Google, Hertz, Microsoft and many more. ****** Vanessa Van Edwards is a national bestselling author and founder at Science of People. She is also a recovering awkward person. She is the bestselling author of Captivate: The Science of Succeeding with People which has been translated into 15 different languages. Vanessa’s unique approach has been featured on CNN, BBC, CBS, Fast Company, Inc., Entrepreneur Magazine, USA Today, Today Show and many more. Vanessa shares tangible skills to improve interpersonal communication and leadership, including her insights on how people work. She’s developed a science-based framework for understanding personalities, decoding body language and improving people skills to help people communicate professionally, socially and romantically. Vanessa works with entrepreneurs, growing businesses, and trillion dollar companies; and has spoken to thousands of audiences at TEDx London, MIT and CES to name a few. Science of People looks at the hidden forces that drive our behavior. It’s mission is to help people achieve their goals faster and understand what makes people tick. 👉 https://www.scienceofpeople.com/captivate ****** P.S. Make sure to keep up with us by clicking the bell! ****** ✔ W E B S I T E https://www.scienceofpeople.com Follow Us on: ✔ I N S T A G R A M https://www.instagram.com/vvanedwards ✔ T W I T T E R https://twitter.com/vvanedwards ✔ L I N K E D I N https://www.linkedin.com/in/vanessavanedwards ✔ F A C E B O O K https://www.facebook.com/vvanedwards #Names #Memory #Remember #VanessaVanEdwards #captivate #captivatebook #emoryuniversity #namerecallresearch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tuesday · 8 min
Step Out of Your Comfort Zone with these Unique Ideas
Ready to break free from your comfort zone? Here are 50 unique ideas to explore, from easy to challenging! Stepping out of your comfort zone is the key to growth and fresh opportunities. I challenge you to take on at LEAST three of these suggestions and spill the beans in the comments! 💪😊 #comfortzonechallenge Read more about breaking out of your comfort zone here: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/comfort-zone/ In this video: 0:13 - Leaving the Comfort Zone 0:19 - The Fear Zone 0:35 - The Learning Zone 1:04 - Ideas to Step Out of Your Comfort Zone 2:04 - Try Something Different 2:19 - Small and Exciting Ideas 1:54 - Commit to Three Ideas 2:04 - Playlist Challenge 2:19 - Ordering a Surprise Meal 2:26 - Sending Compliments 2:40 - Exploring New Exercises 2:47 - Joining a Reddit Forum 2:54 - Sharing at an Open Mic 2:59 - Posting on Social Media 3:07 - Asking Librarian for Book Recommendation 3:15 - Exploring New Places 3:19 - Trying a New Hairstyle 3:20 - Taking a New Class 3:29 - Watching Tutorials 3:39 - Saying Yes to Every Request 3:42 - Writing a Poem 3:49 - Learning a New Language 3:57 - Visiting a Garage Sale 3:58 - Negotiating at a Garage Sale 4:03 - Cooking Something New 4:07 - Saying Good Morning to Everyone 4:10 - Reading a Challenging Book 4:20 - Trying a New Coffee Drink 4:25 - Donating Unworn Clothes 4:30 - Taking an Improv Class 4:31 - Creating a Vision Board 4:38 - Asking for Cooking Recommendations 4:41 - Waking Up Early 4:42 - Ordering Unfamiliar Food 4:47 - Voice Lessons 4:50 - Going to a Movie Alone 4:51 - Getting to Know Someone New 4:53 - Taking a Confidence Course 4:57 - Learning with Science of People 5:01 - Being a Yes Person 5:11 - Learning a People Skill 5:12 - Creating or Buying a Gift 5:16 - Commitment and Conclusion 5:17 - Poem for Someone You Care About 5:18 - Bravely Stepping Out of Comfort Zone 5:31 - Additional Challenges 5:31 - Cold Plunge 5:35 - Learning Tango 6:08 - Finding a Reason to Like Disliked Things 6:14 - Taking a Break from Social Media 6:21 - Exploring New Coffee Shops 6:43 - Changing Profile Photo 7:10 - Starting a Book Club *** Hi, I’m Vanessa! You deserve more. More influence, more income, more of what you want. I would be honored to help you. My name is Vanessa Van Edwards and I’m a recovering awkward person. I’m also the bestselling author of Captivate: The Science of Succeeding with People (https://www.scienceofpeople.com/capti...) and creator of People School (https://www.scienceofpeople.com/peopl....) My goal is simple: Help YOU get to your goals faster. Never be overlooked, interrupted or forgotten again. Do you want to be the most likable person in the room? Get my FREE guide now: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/ PS - Join the conversation on social! ☞ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vvanedwards/ ☞ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vvanedwards/ ☞ Twitter: https://twitter.com/vvanedwards Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tuesday · 11 min
The Look of Power: An Excerpt from Cues Analyzing Nixon vs. Kennedy
I got permission to share one of my favorite excerpts from my Cues Audiobook. Learn how simple nonverbal cues changed the course of history and can help you look more powerful. Listen to how Richard Nixon's 1960 presidential debate nonverbal cues rewrote political fate! 🎙️ Explore the captivating tale of Nixon's fateful gestures, from posture to expressions, that reshaped an election. Discover how Kennedy's composed cues spoke volumes of confidence. 🤝 Join us as we unravel the untold impact of nonverbal cues on power and perception. 🕵️‍♂️🔍 #CuesBook #Audiogram This is from our latest bestselling book: Cues Master the Secret Language of Charismatic Communication https://www.scienceofpeople.com/cues/ Read it on Amazon, Audible or wherever books are sold! ****** In this video: 0:06 - Nixon's String of Bad Luck 0:22 - Negative Cues and the First Presidential Debate 0:57 - The Difference in Nonverbal Cues 1:08 - Runner's Feet 2:03 - White Knuckling 2:49 - Self-Soothing 3:56 - Gaze Direction 4:48 - Nixon's Shifty Reputation 5:07 - Contempt and Disdain 5:58 - Kennedy's Calm and Confident Demeanor 6:12 - Nixon's Cue Signals and the Election Outcome PS - Join the conversation on social! ☞ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vvanedwards/ ☞ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vvanedwards/ ☞ Twitter: https://twitter.com/vvanedwards Read More: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/cues/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tuesday · 21 min
Social Skills Everyone Should Know
Which social skills do you have? Most people don't realize charisma comes in many different flavors. There are 14 distinct social skills you can have -- knowing what your social strengths are is key to having great AUTHENTIC social interactions. Do you feel awkward? You might be using your non-natural social skills. In this video, learn which skills you have and how to improve others. In this video: 0:00 Intro 0:59 Linchpin 1:54 Conversationalist 3:22 The comedian 4:18 Speaker 4:58 Influencer 5:41 Listener 6:46 Magnet 7:36 Storyteller 8:41 Nurturer 9:30 Decoder 10:35 Leader 11:36 Connector 12:26 Dreambuilder 13:06 Chameleon 13:49 Final thoughts ****** Hi, I’m Vanessa! You deserve more. More influence, more income, more of what you want. I would be honored to help you. Do you want to be the most likable person in the room? Get my FREE guide now: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/ My name is Vanessa Van Edwards and I’m a recovering awkward person. I’m also a multi-time bestselling author of: Cues: Master the Secret Language of Charismatic Communication (https://www.scienceofpeople.com/cues/) Captivate: The Science of Succeeding with People (https://www.scienceofpeople.com/captivate/) and I am the creator of People School. This advanced video communication course is for high achievers who want to be confident communicators. My goal is simple: Help YOU get to your goals faster. Never be overlooked, interrupted or forgotten again. PS - Get our free 60-minute online trainings: https://www.scienceofpeople.com + Join the party on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vvanedwards/ ****** PS - Join the conversation on social! ☞ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vvanedwards/ ☞ Twitter: https://twitter.com/vvanedwards ☞ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vvanedwards/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tuesday · 9 min
The Science of Soulmates
How many Americans do you think believe in the concept of soulmates? Which part of the percentage do you stand in? In this video, I talk about the science of soulmates and the difference between destiny believers vs. growth believers in romantic relationships. Whether you believe in the idea of soulmates or not, the concept can really affect your mindset when searching for a partner, what the longevity of a relationship looks like for you, and success rate. Want more details on the science of soulmates? 👉https://www.scienceofpeople.com/soulmate/ Succeed with people with my book Captivate!: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/captivate/ Learn how to read your soulmate's cues with my new book Cues!: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/cues/ In this video: 0:00 Intro 0:30 Statistics on Soulmates 2:05 Destiny vs. Growth Beliefs 3:15 Shift In Beliefs 4:00 The Demise of Destiny Believers 4:28 Advice to Destiny Believers ****** If you’re ready to level up your charisma, check out our flagship course, People School: http://bit.ly/2yUf0WR People School is a 12 step video based training program designed to increase your interpersonal intelligence. People School focuses on the four core competencies of Business PQ: • Empower Leaders and Managers • Leverage Science-Backed Communication Tools • Activate Effective Teamwork and Collaboration • Improve Client Relations & Sales Join the waitlist for People School here 👉 http://bit.ly/2yUf0WR ****** Hi, I’m Vanessa! You deserve more. More influence, more income, more of what you want. I would be honored to help you. Do you want to be the most likable person in the room? Get my FREE guide now: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/ My name is Vanessa Van Edwards and I’m a recovering awkward person. I’m also a multi-time bestselling author of: Cues: Master the Secret Language of Charismatic Communication (https://www.scienceofpeople.com/cues/) Captivate: The Science of Succeeding with People (https://www.scienceofpeople.com/captivate/) and I am the creator of People School. This advanced video communication course is for high achievers who want to be confident communicators. My goal is simple: Help YOU get to your goals faster. Never be overlooked, interrupted or forgotten again. PS - Get our free 60-minute online trainings: https://www.scienceofpeople.com + Join the party on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vvanedwards/ ****** Vanessa Van Edwards is Lead Investigator at Science of People — where she unlocks the formulas and patterns behind human behavior for hundreds of thousands of students in over 200 countries. She is the national bestselling author of Captivate: The Science of Succeeding With People, available in 14 languages around the world. Her work has been featured on CNN, NPR, BBC, Fast Company and dozens more. Can’t get enough of Science of People? Check out our Praiseworthy Performance audio guide 👉 https://www.scienceofpeople.com/start/ ****** Did you enjoy the video? If so, give it a like above! Subscribe to our channel for more human behavior hacks and communication strategies 👉 https://youtube.com/c/VanessaVanEdwardsYT/ P.S. Make sure to keep up with us by clicking the bell! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tuesday · 8 min
The Ultimate Guide to Creating Your Bucket List
Do you have a bucket list? This is a list of wishes and desires you want to accomplish in your life. They can range from small like learning how to sew to huge like visiting every country in the world. Are you living the life you want to live? Do you have things on your bucket list that you want to accomplish before a certain milestone? Having a bucket list will help you stay on track with your personal goals. I think everyone should have a Bucket List or a “To Experience” list. Here’s why: • Bucket lists make you stop and think what you actually want to experience in this lifetime. • Bucket lists remind you that life is short and we should live it to its fullest. • Bucket lists increase our happiness because they give us both hope and curiosity (2 essential ingredients for happiness). And in this video, I want to help you create your bucket list and start executing the amazing items you have been dying to try. What are you waiting for? If you accept the challenge, Click HERE: http://ctt.ec/J90rN Want more details on how to create your bucket list? https://www.scienceofpeople.com/bucket-list/ 00:00 Intro 00:27 Step 1- Dreamstorm 01:08 Step 2- Time List 02:18 Step 3- Partner in Joy 02:34 Step 4- Top Three 03:19 Step 5- Who, When, Where, and How Much? 03:57 Step 6- Never Ending ****** Hi, I’m Vanessa! You deserve more. More influence, more income, more of what you want. I would be honored to help you. Do you want to be the most likable person in the room? Get my FREE guide now: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/ My name is Vanessa Van Edwards and I’m a recovering awkward person. I’m also a multi-time bestselling author of: Cues: Master the Secret Language of Charismatic Communication (https://www.scienceofpeople.com/cues/) Captivate: The Science of Succeeding with People (https://www.scienceofpeople.com/captivate/) and I am the creator of People School. This advanced video communication course is for high achievers who want to be confident communicators. My goal is simple: Help YOU get to your goals faster. Never be overlooked, interrupted or forgotten again. PS - Get our free 60-minute online trainings: https://www.scienceofpeople.com + Join the party on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vvanedwards/ ****** Vanessa Van Edwards is a national bestselling author and founder at Science of People. She is also a recovering awkward person. She is the bestselling author of Captivate: The Science of Succeeding with People which has been translated into 15 different languages. Vanessa’s unique approach has been featured on CNN, BBC, CBS, Fast Company, Inc., Entrepreneur Magazine, USA Today, Today Show and many more. Vanessa shares tangible skills to improve interpersonal communication and leadership, including her insights on how people work. She’s developed a science-based framework for understanding personalities, decoding body language and improving people skills to help people communicate professionally, socially and romantically. Vanessa works with entrepreneurs, growing businesses, and trillion dollar companies; and has spoken to thousands of audiences at TEDx London, MIT and CES to name a few. Science of People looks at the hidden forces that drive our behavior. It’s mission is to help people achieve their goals faster and understand what makes people tick. 👉 https://www.scienceofpeople.com/captivate ****** Subscribe to our channel for more human behavior hacks and communication strategies 👉 http://bit.ly/37ZWNHS P.S. Make sure to keep up with us by clicking the bell! ****** ✔ W E B S I T E https://www.scienceofpeople.com Follow Us on: ✔ I N S T A G R A M https://www.instagram.com/vvanedwards ✔ T W I T T E R https://twitter.com/vvanedwards ✔ L I N K E D I N https://www.linkedin.com/in/vanessavanedwards ✔ F A C E B O O K https://www.facebook.com/vvanedwards #BucketList #Goals #Happiness #VanessaVanEdwards Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tuesday · 1 hr 7 min
How to Deal with Difficult People at Work
Dealing with difficult people you work with can be a nightmare -- how do you work with them? How can you get things done? What if you have a difficult client or a difficult boss or a difficult colleague? In this class, I review my science backed framework for dealing with difficult people at work. The personality test mentioned in this video: www.scienceofpeople.com/personality Join People School today to help you level-up all of your relationships: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/enroll In this video: 0:00 Intro 1:34 Who are your zombies? 3:07 Types of zombies 5:51 What makes people happy at work? 7:06 Relationships with your coworkers 8:16 Be the best version of yourself 9:13 The golden rule vs. the platinum rule 10:45 The power of personality 12:15 Personality is not a choice 13:20 Your zombie's matrix 14:18 Openness 22:44 Conscientiousness 29:23 Extroversion 32:45 Agreeableness 36:15 Neuroticism 42:03 Example strategies 43:00 How people skills are involved 46:55 People skills can be learned ****** Hi, I’m Vanessa! You deserve more. More influence, more income, more of what you want. I would be honored to help you. Do you want to be the most likable person in the room? Get my FREE guide now: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/ My name is Vanessa Van Edwards and I’m a recovering awkward person. I’m also a multi-time bestselling author of: Cues: Master the Secret Language of Charismatic Communication (https://www.scienceofpeople.com/cues/) Captivate: The Science of Succeeding with People (https://www.scienceofpeople.com/captivate/) and I am the creator of People School. This advanced video communication course is for high achievers who want to be confident communicators. My goal is simple: Help YOU get to your goals faster. Never be overlooked, interrupted or forgotten again. PS - Get our free 60-minute online trainings: https://www.scienceofpeople.com + Join the party on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vvanedwards/ ****** PS - Join the conversation on social! ☞ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vvanedwards/ ☞ Twitter: https://twitter.com/vvanedwards ☞ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vvanedwards/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tuesday · 7 min
What Type of Laugh Do You Have?
You'll have to tell me what type of laugh you have from these 12. If i'm laughing really hard, I have the chortle 😂 are there more types of laughs? I hope that you laugh just from watching this video! In this video: 0:00 - Intro 0:55 - Laugh #1 1:06 - Laugh #2 1:15 - Laugh #3 1:27 - Laugh #4 1:42 - Laugh #5 1:59 - Laugh #6 2:11 - Laugh #7 2:30 - Laugh #8 2:53 - Laugh #8 3:00 - Laugh #10 3:20 - Laugh #11 3:38 - Laugh #12 ****** If you’re ready to level up your charisma, check out our flagship course, People School: http://bit.ly/2yUf0WR People School is a 12 step video based training program designed to increase your interpersonal intelligence. People School focuses on the four core competencies of Business PQ: • Empower Leaders and Managers • Leverage Science-Backed Communication Tools • Activate Effective Teamwork and Collaboration • Improve Client Relations & Sales Join People School here 👉 www.scienceofpeople.com/enroll ****** Hi, I’m Vanessa! You deserve more. More influence, more income, more of what you want. I would be honored to help you. Do you want to be the most likable person in the room? Get my FREE guide now: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/ My name is Vanessa Van Edwards and I’m a recovering awkward person. I’m also a multi-time bestselling author of: Cues: Master the Secret Language of Charismatic Communication (https://www.scienceofpeople.com/cues/) Captivate: The Science of Succeeding with People (https://www.scienceofpeople.com/captivate/) and I am the creator of People School. This advanced video communication course is for high achievers who want to be confident communicators. My goal is simple: Help YOU get to your goals faster. Never be overlooked, interrupted or forgotten again. PS - Get our free 60-minute online trainings: https://www.scienceofpeople.com + Join the party on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vvanedwards/ ****** Did you enjoy the video? If so, give it a like above! Subscribe to our channel for more human behavior hacks and communication strategies 👉 https://youtube.com/c/VanessaVanEdwardsYT/ P.S. Make sure to keep up with us by clicking the bell! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tuesday · 29 min
7 Cues to Instantly Be More Likable: Morgan Freeman
Morgan Freeman is extremely likable, do you know why? He's charming, he's charismatic, he's funny, and most of all his voice is impeccable. I've studied Morgan Freeman and a ton of media to decode his verbal and nonverbal cues and in this video, I break them down and teach you how you can be as likable as Morgan Freeman. In this video: 0:00 Intro 0:46 Cue #1 3:49 Cue #2 9:03 Cue #3 11:11 Cue #4 13:09 Cue #5 16:16 Cue #6 18:07 Cue #7 21:36 You are likable Captivate a room and succeed with people with my book Captivate! Get it here: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/captivate/ Read Morgan Freeman's cues and everyone else's and master the secret language of charismatic communication with my new book Cues! Get it here: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/cues/ ****** Hi, I’m Vanessa! You deserve more. More influence, more income, more of what you want. I would be honored to help you. My name is Vanessa Van Edwards and I’m a recovering awkward person. I’m also the bestselling author of Captivate: The Science of Succeeding with People (https://www.scienceofpeople.com/captivate/) and creator of People School(https://www.scienceofpeople.com/people-school/). My goal is simple: Help YOU get to your goals faster. Never be overlooked, interrupted or forgotten again. Do you want to be the most likable person in the room? Get my FREE guide now: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/ ****** PS - Join the conversation on social! ☞ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vvanedwards/ ☞ Twitter: https://twitter.com/vvanedwards ☞ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vvanedwards/ #likable #likability #charisma #charm #morganfreeman #vanessavanedwards #captivate #captivatebook #cues #cuesbook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tuesday · 21 min
How to Network and Build Professional Connections Online
Is virtual networking even possible? Yes you can absolutely network online! As a recovering awkward person, online networking is a great way to form strong social and business connections. In this video I’ll share with you exactly how to use the internet to your advantage. 0:00 Introduction 1:54 Step #1: Start with Warm Calls (not cold calls) 3:23 Step #2: Join (or create) and Online Mastermind 5:52 Step #3: Introduce Your Networks 7:07 Step #4: Be the Tortoise, Not the Hare 7:53 Step #5: Send a Surprise in Snail Mail 9:12 Step #6: Join a High-Stakes Activity 10:35 Step #7: Bridge the Gap 11:10 Step #8: Network Online with Social Media 12:22 Step #9: Build Your Following 13:24 Step #10: Swipe Right to Find Your Network ****** Hi, I’m Vanessa! You deserve more. More influence, more income, more of what you want. I would be honored to help you. My name is Vanessa Van Edwards and I’m a recovering awkward person. I’m also the bestselling author of Captivate: The Science of Succeeding with People (https://www.scienceofpeople.com/captivate/) and creator of People School(https://www.scienceofpeople.com/people-school/). My goal is simple: Help YOU get to your goals faster. Never be overlooked, interrupted or forgotten again. Do you want to be the most likable person in the room? Get my FREE guide now: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/ ****** PS - Join the conversation on social! ☞ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vvanedwards/ ☞ Twitter: https://twitter.com/vvanedwards ☞ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vvanedwards/ #networking #networkonline #business #networkingtips #vanessavanedwards #captivate #captivatebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tuesday · 8 min
A Formula for Introducing Yourself Perfectly Every Time
Do you know how to introduce yourself so people want to get to know you? Learn the essential formula for introducing yourself with confidence and charisma. Perfect for beginners and pros alike, we've got some awesome tips to help you make those introductions unforgettable. Read more about how to introduce yourself: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/introduce-yourself/ Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 0:20 - Nonverbal Introductions 1:01 - Handshakes and Greetings 1:33 - Visible Hand for Greeting 1:50 - Angling Towards the Person 2:27 - Avoid Rushing Through Your Name 3:18 - Using Positive Words 3:51 - Stating Your Title 4:07 - Adding a Fun Fact 4:49 - Importance of Introducing Yourself 4:56 - Conversation Mastery Course ****** Hi, I’m Vanessa! You deserve more. More influence, more income, more of what you want. I would be honored to help you. My name is Vanessa Van Edwards, and I’m a recovering awkward person. I’m also the bestselling author of Captivate: The Science of Succeeding with People (https://www.scienceofpeople.com/captivate/), Cues: Master the Secret Language of Charismatic Communication (https://www.scienceofpeople.com/cues/), and creator of People School(https://www.scienceofpeople.com/people-school/). My goal is simple: Help YOU get to your goals faster. Never be overlooked, interrupted, or forgotten again. Do you want to be the most likable person in the room? Get my FREE guide now: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/training/be-the-most-likable-person-in-the-room/ ****** PS - Join the conversation on social! ☞ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vvanedwards/ ☞ Twitter: https://twitter.com/vvanedwards ☞ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vvanedwards/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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