What if the way you say "hello" is holding you back in life?
Vanessa Van Edwards—body language expert, behavioral researcher, and founder of Science of People—shares powerful insights from her bestselling book Cues: Master the Secret Language of Charismatic Communication. In this must-watch episode, the charisma training guru and TED Talk speaker reveals how unconscious social cues—like tone of voice, microexpressions, posture, and awkward hand gestures—can quietly sabotage your confidence, relationships, and career. Learn the behavioral science behind first impressions, how to decode body language, spot deception, and overcome your “Resting Bothered Face.” Discover nonverbal communication tips to build instant trust, increase likability, and reframe social anxiety into a personal advantage. Whether you’re an introvert craving better people skills or a leader looking to level up your professional communication, Vanessa Van Edwards has the charisma cues you need to change how the world sees you—and how you see yourself.
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CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Intro
04:32 - First Impressions are Everything
06:10 - Non-Verbal Communication I
08:20 - Signals Women Send to Men
18:00 - Signaling Trust and Reliability
27:19 - Spotting a Liar
34:10 - Dangers of Self-Deceivers
39:24 - Trauma and Neuroticism & Reading Cues
46:59 - Being Authentic and Liked
50:18 - Pushing Your Comfort Zone
56:37 - How to Improve Any Conversation
57:46 - Better Conversations for Non-Small Talkers
01:01:48 - Ask Better Questions, Get Better Answers
01:02:27 - Color's Impact on Perception
01:06:47 - How to Change Your Self-Perception
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