Vanessa Van Edwards
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Vanessa Van Edwards hosts a podcast about communicating with confidence, offering science-backed and practical strategies for business, life, and relationships. The show is aimed at helping listeners improve their people skills, including introverts, through actionable advice. Vanessa is a bestselling author of Captivate and Cues, with a new book, Conversation, and has taught at Harvard University. She also runs People School, an advanced online communication course with live office hours. Episodes focus on becoming more memorable, earning recognition, and mastering interpersonal success.
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Mastering Social Perceptiveness: Reading People and Enhancing Communication 22.09.2026 8minIn this video, we dive deep into the art of reading a room, decoding hidden intentions, and honing your communication skills. 🕵️♂️💬 Join me as I share valuable tips on identifying positive and negative cues, recognizing universal microexpressions, and detecting signs of nervousness in people. Whether you're navigating social situations or professional interactions, mastering these skills can be a game-changer. Subscribe now and empower yourself with the knowledge to enhance your interpersonal communication! 👁️🔍Read more: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/social-perceptiveness/In this video: 0:06 - Trending Skill: Social Perceptiveness0:11 - Importance of Social Perceptiveness0:45 - How to Improve Social Perceptiveness0:48 - Positive versus Negative Cues0:58 - Understanding Positive Cues1:24 - Understanding Negative Cues1:55 - Clusters of Negative Cues2:00 - Universal Microexpressions2:05 - Teaching Facial Expressions2:17 - Disgust Microexpression2:49 - Contempt Microexpression3:27 - Cues of Nervousness3:34 - Self Soothing Behaviors3:57 - Rapid Blink Rate4:12 - Hidden Leaks in Tone4:55 - Accidental Misuse of Question Inflection******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 -
How To Feel Better About Yourself 22.09.2026 8minFeeling good about yourself is not just a matter of confidence, it’s about changing your perception about yourself to a more positive one. Here are some tips on how science can make you better, smarter and happier! Want to eat less? Or be less stressed at work? Watch this video to find out some interesting science facts to help with your self-improvement.Want more details on Investing in your self-worth?https://www.scienceofpeople.com/self-worth/******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/37ZWNHSP.S. Make sure to keep up with us by clicking the bell!******✔ W E B S I T Ehttps://www.scienceofpeople.comFollow Us on:✔ I N S T A G R A Mhttps://www.instagram.com/vvanedwards✔ T W I T T E Rhttps://twitter.com/vvanedwards✔ L I N K E D I Nhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/vanessavanedwards✔ F A C E B O O Khttps://www.facebook.com/vvanedwards#VanessaVanEdwards #SciencePorn #Feelgood #Selfimprovement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices -
Trying ASMR with Baby Toys 22.09.2026 8minGrab your headphones for this one...I'm excited to experiment with some ASMR. What do you think? Oh and by the way...happy April Fools Day!Learn more about ASMR: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/asmr/In this video: 00:11 - Discovering the Mesmerizing Sounds of My Daughter's Toys02:58 - Unveiling One of My Daughter's Beloved Favorites04:25 - Exploring the Whale inspired Retractable toy04:49 - Nostalgic Fun with a Classic Fidget Spinner for Kids05:22 - Mesmerized by the Soft Sounds of Colored Balls05:42 - Wrapping Up the ASMR Experience: Journey's End******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 -
How to Answer 'How Are You' When You Are Having a Bad Day 22.09.2026 6minSo you're having a bad day. I am so sorry! How do you answer the constant barrage of casual, "how are you?" without being feeling dishonest? I have some tips for you and scripts you can use! By the way...if you are having a good day, check out my funny responses to "How are you?" to brighten up any #conversation.https://www.scienceofpeople.com/funny-responses/******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 -
How to End a Conversation and Gracefully Exit Any Awkward Situation 22.09.2026 6minHave you ever struggled with the question of how to end a conversation politely? Everyone talks about how to make a grand entrance but in this video I want to talk about the undervalued art of the graceful exit. The art and science of a polite exit is essential for making a lasting impression because it is your last impression. Want more details on the secret art to ending a conversation gracefully?https://www.scienceofpeople.com/end-conversation00:00 Intro01:04 End with a High01:17 Start Nonverbally02:05 Verbal Exit Cues******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/37ZWNHSP.S. Make sure to keep up with us by clicking the bell!******✔ W E B S I T Ehttps://www.scienceofpeople.comFollow Us on:✔ I N S T A G R A Mhttps://www.instagram.com/vvanedwards✔ T W I T T E Rhttps://twitter.com/vvanedwards✔ L I N K E D I Nhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/vanessavanedwards✔ F A C E B O O Khttps://www.facebook.com/vvanedwards#VanessaVanEdwards #EndaConversation #GracefulExit #conversationending Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices -
How to Talk to People You Don't Like and Be Less Awkward 22.09.2026 7minEveryone has someone you don't quite click with, but can't seem to get away from. It could be a pesky colleague or a friend of a friend. If you have this person you have to know how to make decent conversation with them...and who knows? Maybe after some better conversation, you'll like them more!Get our 30 Conversation Starters for People You Don't Like: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/conversation-starters-dislike/ This amazing video was edited by our wonderful editor Ricardo Delgado of ShortX Lab. Check out his work and get his help with your videos at: @richaaard00In this video: 0:00 People you don't like0:23 #1: Ask for advice0:57 #2: Use mutual connections or projects1:18: #3 Amazing conversation starters for people you don't like2:00 #4 How to crack open a difficult person2:20: #5 Ask for future plans2:41: Put boundaries on fake friends******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 - Join the conversation on social!☞ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vvanedwards/☞ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vvanedwards/☞ Twitter: https://twitter.com/vvanedwardsYou'll Like This: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jzgrI4BX2RcRead More: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/conversation-starters-dislike/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices -
My #1 Career Advice for College or High School Students 22.09.2026 4minAre you going through a big career or life transition right now? I hope this advice helps you find your way. You've got this! Read more about what to do after college https://www.scienceofpeople.com/what-to-do-after-college/In this video: 0:13 - Don't follow your passions0:26 - How do you want to spend your days?0:52 - Where do you want to work?0:59 - With whom do you want to work?1:04 - How do you like to think?1:13 - Do you want to be at a computer?******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 -
The Benefits and Science of Cuddling with Samantha Hess from @CuddleUpToMePDX 22.09.2026 6minDo you want to be a professional cuddler? Learn from the best--and get some science facts about touch. Cuddling is one of the best ways to feel the connection that we need for those we love. This is certainly something, along with so many advantages, that can not be compromised. Yes, there really are 57 cuddle positions. Learn from Samantha Hess who owns @CuddleUpToMePDX in Portland, Oregon.Want more details on the surprising benefits of cuddling?https://www.scienceofpeople.com/cuddling/00:00 Intro01:02 Oxytocin01:18 Cortisol01:32 Dopamine02:19 The Benefits of Cuddling02:38 Cuddle Positions03:35 The Cuddle Room Experience******If you’re ready to level up your charisma, check out our flagship online course, People School: http://bit.ly/2yUf0WRPeople 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...******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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices -
How to break into a group at any event 22.09.2026 11minImagine you're at a networking event, and maybe you got there a little late, and when you get there, you notice everyone is already broken up into groups, having great conversation. How do you break into one of these groups?! You could opt to sit at a nearby table by yourself and hope someone comes up to you, but I think there is a better way.I've put together a few tips and tricks on how to break into a group at any event, and in this video, you will learn how to confidently approach a group without feeling awkward.Read more about how to approach a new group: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/approach-people/In this video:0:00 Intro0:45 Look for croissant feet2:43 Contribute to the conversation4:25 Have a backup question ready5:32 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. 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 -
The #5 Biggest Dating Red Flags 22.09.2026 11minAre you navigating the complex terrain of dating and relationships? Look no further! Renowned expert Blaine Anderson is here to share invaluable insights that will empower you to make informed decisions in the dating world.Blaine uncovers the critical warning signs to watch out for and provides essential tips for a safer and smarter approach to relationships. Whether you're a seasoned dater or just dipping your toes into the dating pool, this is a must-watch.Read more: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/red-flags-men/Work with Blaine: https://www.datingbyblaine.com/coachingDatingByBlaine Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/datingbyblaine/In this video: 0:12 - Overview of Red Flags1:42 - Hot and Cold Behavior2:27 - Sexual Focus and Objectification2:43 - Pulling Back in the Relationship3:14 - Attachment Style Compatibility3:41 - Being Critical of Friends and Family4:22 - Excessive Mention of Past Relationships4:53 - Lack of Contribution in the Relationship5:21 - Conversational Hogging5:51 - Conversational Drought5:56 - Unwillingness to Meet in Person6:26 - How to Handle Red Flags******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 -
Why Couples Fight And What To Do About It 22.09.2026 10minWhat are the top 5 issues that couples fight about? Couples usually fight when one partner feels like they're more committed than the other. Most of the time, you will find that the fight isn't so much about the issue itself as it is about a lack of communication. Find out the top 5 things couples fight about and how to resolve them.Want more details on why couples, husbands, and wives, fight?https://www.scienceofpeople.com/couples-fight/******If you’re ready to level up your charisma, check out our flagship online course, People School: http://bit.ly/2yUf0WRPeople 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...******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/37ZWNHSP.S. Make sure to keep up with us by clicking the bell!******✔ W E B S I T Ehttps://www.scienceofpeople. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices -
7 Cues to Know if Someone Likes You 22.09.2026 12minLet's dive into the cues to decode romantic interest! I explore 7 cues – from mirroring to preening – to help you spot if someone likes you. Real-life examples included! Uncover the secrets and empower your relationships. Watch now for a deeper connection! 💖Read more: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/someone-likes-you/Want to be more likable? Get my FREE training here: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/training/be-the-most-likable-person-in-the-room/In this video: 0:00 - Introduction0:12 - Cue 1: Mirroring1:01 - Cue 2: Understanding Space3:02 - Cue 3: Belly Direction3:56 - Cue 4: Asking Questions4:52 - Cue 5: Eye Contact6:34 - Cue 6: Emotional Attentiveness7:43 - Cue 7: Preening******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 -
What Type of Personality Do You Have? 22.09.2026 11minKnow your personality, so you can more easily meet your needs and connect with others. You have to understand yourself to improve your social life, find a job you'll love, and excel in each aspect. In this video, I will teach you the Big 5 or OCEAN, so you can identify what type of personality you have and learn to better understand yourself. Want to take the personality quiz?👉 https://www.scienceofpeople.com/personality/In this video:0:00 Intro0:22 Personality types1:33 Openness2:50 Conscientiousness4:12 Extroversion5:06 Agreeableness6:50 Neuroticism******If you’re ready to level up your charisma, check out our flagship online course, People School: http://bit.ly/2yUf0WRPeople 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 people tick.👉 https://www.scienceofpeople.com/captivate ******Subscribe to our channel for more human behavior hacks and communication strategies👉 http://bit.ly/37ZWNHSP.S. Make sure to Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices -
The Honest Truth About Dishonesty Book Summary 22.09.2026 30minIn this video, I will summarize and discuss "The Honest Truth About Dishonesty" book by @danariely. Find some interesting facts about lying. Dr. Reddy, at University of Portsmouth, is the one who identified that there are seven different types of deception used by toddlers specifically and he did interview the children and parents to know when deception is happening.Want to read our summary?https://www.scienceofpeople.com/science-of-people-book-club/******If you’re ready to level up your charisma, check out our flagship online course, People School: http://bit.ly/2yUf0WRPeople 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...******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/37ZWNHSP.S. Make sure to keep up with us by clicking the bell!******✔ W E B S I T Ehttps://www.scienceofpeople.comFollow Us on:✔ I N S T A G R A Mhttps://www.instagram.com/vvanedwards✔ T W I T T E Rhttps://twitter.com/vvanedwards✔ L I N K E D I Nhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/vanessavanedwards✔ F A C E B O O Khttps://www.facebook.com/vvanedwards#LieDetection #Dishonesty #Truth #VanessaVanEdwards Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices -
How to Land Your Dream Job 22.09.2026 11minDiscover how to find your dream job with easy-to-follow steps. A lot of people have trouble figuring out what their dream job is. I know that landing that dream job you've always wanted can be tough to navigate. But have no fear; I will help you uncover the secrets to finding and going after that dream job in 5 easy steps you can implement today.If you need help hacking your resume, check out our latest article on "How to Hack Your Resume… and Win the Job of Your Dreamhttps://www.scienceofpeople.com/how-to-get-a-job/If you need help finding your calling, Check out our YouTube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XL7vOm2uKSU00:00 Intro00:28 Is it "really" a dream?01:15 Company culture02:41 Mutual Contacts and Connections04:20 Match Your Skills to Their Needs05:25 Non-verbal First Impression (handshakes) ******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. Its 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/37ZWNHSP.S. Make sure to keep up with us by clicking the bell!******✔ W E B S I T Ehttps://www.scienceofpeople.comFollow Us on:✔ I N S T A G R A Mhttps://www.instagram.com/vvanedwards✔ T W I T T E Rhttps://twitter.com/vvanedwards✔ L I N K E D I Nhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/vanessavanedwards✔ F A C E B O O Khttps://www.facebook.com/vvanedwards#DreamJob #Career #Jobs #VanessaVanEdwards Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices -
How to Develop Expert Power to Stand Out in Your Career 22.09.2026 14minDo you know your expert power? Share it below! If you are unsure, I would love to help! Whether you already know your expert power or want to learn more, I have a NEW webinar to help you become the person people want on their team! https://www.scienceofpeople.com/expert-power/In this video: 00:05 - Developing your expert power00:27 - Example: Accidental expert power02:19 - Example: The benefits having expert power02:55 - How you can develop your expert power02:58 - Develop your skills/talents directly related to your job04:21 - Develop insider knowledge about your niche, industry or brand05:19 - People Power: Being a Master Communicator06:32 - Masterclass: People School - Goal : to teach you as high achieving professional how to hav advance communication10:17 - Free training: How to be indispensable at work******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 -
The 5 Secrets of a Successful TED Talk 21.09.2026 6minWhat makes someone charismatic? What makes a successful TED talk? We embarked on a big experiment where 760 volunteers helped us analyze hundreds of hours of TED talks. We were looking for patterns between the most popular videos and the least popular videos and we were shocked by what we found. Find out which patterns we found in the most popular TED talks.Want to know the secrets of a successful TED Talk?👉 https://www.scienceofpeople.com/secrets-of-a-successful-ted-talk/******Want to be in the top 1% of speakers? There is a formula for creating a great presentation. Learn to captivate any audience on stage, on video, and in meetings in this training. I will teach you:1. How to keep people engaged and captivated2. How to powerfully open and close a presentation, speech, or toast3. Crafting a charismatic stage presence4. How to speak so people listen👉Get the free preview of the course Powerful Presentations: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/training/presentation-skills-course/ 00:00 Intro00:38 Verbal v. Nonverbal communication01:13 Hand gestures01:49 Scripts kill your charisma02:16 Smile!02:49 You have 7 seconds******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/37ZWNHSP.S. Make sure to keep up with us by clicking the bell!******✔ W E B S I T Ehttps://www.scienceofpeople.comFollow Us on:✔ I N S T A G R A Mhttps://www.instagram.com/vvanedwards✔ T W I T T E Rhttps://twitter.com/vvanedwards✔ L I N K E D I Nhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/vanessavanedwards✔ F A C E B O O Khttps://www.facebook.com/vvanedwards#TEDTalk #PublicSpeaking #VanessaVanEdwards #motivationalspeakers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices -
Questions to Ask on The First Date 21.09.2026 6minHooray, you have a date coming up! I want to see you succeed and have the best date ever. You need to know how to blow them away with sparkling and captivating conversations, but what do you ask and how you build a bond quickly? In this video, I will gift you the 5 best first date questions that will help stimulate conversation. Let me know in the comment section what is the best conversation starter/ question you've heard or use while on a date.Want more details on the best first date questions?https://www.scienceofpeople.com/first-date-questions/In this video:0:00 Intro0:40 Are you working on any personal passion projects?1:02 What's the best present you ever gave someone?1:25 What does a typical day look like for you?1:52 What sort of vacations do you like to take?2:30 Anything surprising happen today?3:00 Final thoughts******If you’re ready to level up your charisma, check out our flagship online course, People School: http://bit.ly/2yUf0WRPeople 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices -
My personal AI tools to boost your charisma and conversation skills 21.09.2026 15minGet real-time feedback and coaching from ME! Or, at least, the AI version of me 🙂 Our team has worked so hard to compile all of my knowledge into our People School AI tools. They will help you draft the perfect elevator pitch, help you write your emails, and even check your charisma on any copy you have! I am obsessed with these tools and our students have been loving them too. These tools are all included for our People School students and our current class of People School is open! Enroll today in People School! www.scienceofpeople.com/enroll In this video: 1:04 - Idea behind the AI Tool1:27 - AI Tool Sneak peek: How it works05:11 - Dialogue in real-time05:58 - Conversation Simulator06:08 - Sample Dialogue using Conversation Simulator07:39 - Conversation Simulator: How Context & Next Steps works08:41 - Where to access the AI Tool09:12 - How to level up your People Skills09:18 - What is People School?09:58 - People School Reviews from Students******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 -
How to Decode Your Partner’s Body Language 21.09.2026 8minLearn to read your date's, or partner's body language. While we'd all like to believe that our partner conveys what they are feeling with words, that's not always the case. In this video, I am going to teach you the nonverbal cues to look out for to help you decode the body language and expressions of your partner. It's often a good idea to discover potential relationship problems at the earliest possible time.Want more on love and the secrets of body language of lovers?👉 https://www.scienceofpeople.com/how-to-know-if-someone-likes-you/In this video:0:00 Intro0:24 Nonverbal cues1:00 3 Stages of love1:29 Lust3:29 Attraction4:22 Attachment******If you’re ready to level up your charisma, check out our flagship online course, People School: http://bit.ly/2yUf0WRPeople 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******Do you know what cues you are sending to others? Learn how to control and leverage the tiny signals you’re sending – from your stance and facial expressions to your word choice and vocal tone – to improve your personal and professional relationships.This is our latest bestselling book: Cues Master the Secret Language of Charismatic Communicationhttps://www.scienceofpeople.com/cues/Read it on Amazon, Audible or wherever books are sold!******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/37ZWNHSP.S. Make sure to keep up with us by clicking the bell!******✔ W E B S I T Ehttps://www.scienceofpeople.comFollow Us on:✔ I N S T A G R A Mhttps://www.instagram.com/vvanedwards✔ T W I T T E Rhttps://twitter.com/vvanedwards✔ L I N K E D I Nhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/vanessavanedwards✔ F A C E B O O Khttps://www.facebook.com/vvanedwards#BodyLanguage #Nonverbal #Communication#VanessaVanEdwards Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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