About this podcast
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.liveLinks:Science of People: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vanessavanedwards/MasterClass: https://www.masterclass.com/vveInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/vvanedwards/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vvanedwardsTwitter: https://twitter.com/vvanedwardsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/vvanedwards
Episodes
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- The Honest Truth About Dishonesty Book Summary · 31 minIn 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…
- 5 Steps to Create the Perfect Playlist for Working · 10 minHow to build the perfect playlist? Let’s say you have a big meeting, interview, or negotiation and you need to pump yourself up. You could review your notes or do a few practice…
- How To Be Assertive (Conversation Mastery Sneak Peek!) · 7 minAre you done with feeling nervous or awkward in social situations? Do you struggle to make small talk or find it hard to express your thoughts and ideas clearly? If so, then this…
- Do You Ever Feel Like People Are Talking About You Behind Your Back? · 7 minAre people talking behind your back? I have this little problem: I tend to think that people are talking about me behind my back. It’s totally paranoid and ridiculous, but I…
- Jerry Seinfeld's Conversation Hack · 8 minWant to learn a great conversation tip from one of the most charismatic (and hilarious) people on this planet? Who wouldn't want to be more like Jerry Seinfeld? Vanessa…
- Building Your Professional Relationships with Rand Fishkin from @SparkToro · 28 minIt is important to build professional relationships within the organization. In this episode of our series World’s Most Interesting People, I sat down with Rand Fishkin. Rand has…
- Mastering Social Perceptiveness: Reading People and Enhancing Communication · 9 minIn 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…
- 10 Best Books for Self-Improvement to Boost Your Confidence · 14 minDo you need a reset in your life? A little more confidence? These 10 books will help you discover more about yourself and boost your confidence. Books hold so much transformative…
- How to Land Your Dream Job · 12 minDiscover 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…
- Cues Book Summary · 15 minI've talked a lot about my new book Cues and today I want to share the table of contents! I never want anyone to feel underestimated, overlooked, or misunderstood. This book is a…
- How to Tell Someone They Smell, Have Bad Breath or Bad BO...and Easy Formula · 8 minDo you work with someone or know someone who has an odd odor? Want to help? This is an awkward situation but it can be handled with kindness! In this video I give you my exact…
- The Single Biggest Mistake Leaders Make · 16 minHow to avoid the mistakes leaders make? Want to be the best leader for your team? Leadership is the art of motivating your team to achieve a common goal. In order to do so, you…
- No More Awkward Video Starts: 5 Tricks to Making a Great Impression on Video · 18 minDo you have a great first impression on video? What do we do without handshakes, hugs or fist bumps? There is a way to be charismatic on video in just the first few seconds…
- Powerful people do these things to be memorable | Noah Zandan · 22 minDo you know that exciting feeling after hearing a REALLY motivating talk? Like you’re ready to do whatever it takes to change your life? You, my friend, have been officially…
- The Power of Cues · 10 minThis is one of my favorite excerpts from my audiobook of Cues (which I was so honored to narrate!). Uncover the hidden power these subtle signals hold in shaping our…
- What is the best seating arrangement? · 11 minDo you know the psychology of seats around a conference table? When you prepare for a big meeting, you often think about what to say and what to wear, but forget about a simple…
- How to Develop Expert Power to Stand Out in Your Career · 15 minDo 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…
- How to Be Effortlessly Charming: The Rock · 26 minThe Rock is someone who is extremely charming. He carries himself with a certain level of poise, right? From his smile, to secret handshakes, and the infamous eyebrow raise. And…
- The One Question I Ask Myself Every New Year · 6 minThe end of the year is an incredible time for self-reflection. This year we need it more than ever! Every year I host a FREE online class on goal-setting and the science of…
- 7 Tips to attract the right people socially, professionally and romantically be more approachable · 8 minUnlock the secrets to becoming irresistibly approachable with our latest video! From mastering open body language to strategic positioning at social gatherings, we unveil 7…
- How To Feel Better About Yourself · 9 minFeeling 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…
- 7 Steps to Overcome Stage Fright and Beat Performance Anxiety · 14 minDo you shudder at the thought of having to perform in front of a group of people? Whether you are responsible for giving a report at a meeting, a toast at a wedding, or…
- Master Your People Skills in People School with Vanessa Van Edwards · 6 minDo you want to master your people skills and level up your interpersonal intelligence? Learn the science of charisma in our online program, People School. I will show you how to…
- How to Make Friends as an Adult · 10 minWhat are some ways to make friends as an adult? As we age, the easy social connections that we enjoyed, change. The opportunity to make great friendships are no longer there and…
- Be More Interesting with Important People...What I learned Talking to Hundreds of Experts · 13 minHave you ever tried to make chit-chat with your boss? Or met a celebrity or VIP? Did you know how to bond with them? This is a great skill to have in your back pocket! I will…
- The 5 Secrets of a Successful TED Talk · 7 minWhat 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…
- Trying ASMR with Baby Toys · 9 minGrab 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…
- How to Get Rid of Vocal Fry · 9 minHave you ever heard someone who has vocal fry? It’s when the edge of their voice cracks, creaks and fries--it’s quite unpleasant to listen to. Vocal fry occurs when there is not…
- 5 Science Backed Sales Techniques · 10 minHave you ever thought you could vamp up your sales pitch? Close more deals with these 5 science backed sales techniques that are sure to help you deliver a better pitch. Between…
- Bestselling author shares 6 work styles to solve your common frustrations at work · 30 minDo you often feel frustrated at work? Do you or your team feel like you just can’t finish anything? If reaching a “state of flow” at work seems impossible, then maybe what you do…
- 2021 Goal-Setting Class with Vanessa Van Edwards · 1 h 8 minThank you to those who joined me for my first live workshop of 2021!For those that were unable to attend, this is replay will help you set powerful goals for 2021. Learn my new…
- How to Answer 'How Are You' When You Are Having a Bad Day · 7 minSo 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…
- Questions to Ask on The First Date · 7 minHooray, 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…
- How to Be More Persuasive … Without Being Manipulative · 11 minA value proposition is a secret way to be more persuasive without having to be inauthentic. A value proposition is a marketing message that someone uses to explain why a customer…
- My secret tips to motivation · 9 minEver wonder what motivates you and your coworkers? It's crucial to know because when we're motivated the right way, we're happier and more productive. In this video, we break…
- How to Improve Your Stage Presence and Win the Crowd · 14 minStage presence gives the audience the feeling you're in charge and having fun. If you ever had to give a speech or do public speaking or work a room, you know how intimidating a…
- Tell me about yourself -- how to expertly answer this common interview question · 12 minThis is one of the toughest questions -- how do you share an impressive story in a short little answer? This is a really common interview question so it's important to get right…
- 6 Steps to Stop People Pleasing and Start Doing What's Right For You · 9 minHow to stop people pleasing and learn how to say no. It's time to put yourself first!According to Dr. Susan Newman, people pleasers want everyone around them to be happy, and…
- How to End a Conversation and Gracefully Exit Any Awkward Situation · 7 minHave 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…
- Attachment Theory Quiz: Which of the 4 Styles Are You? · 9 minAttachment theory is a branch of psychology explaining the purpose of human emotional attachment. Emotional attachment enables us to form our most important relationships. Have…
- 2022 Goal Setting Webinar · 1 h 3 min***UPDATE*** the bonus enrollment has now closed. You can still enroll in People School here!: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/enrollLet's get ahead of the New Year and set some…
- How to Talk to People You Don't Like and Be Less Awkward · 8 minEveryone 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…
- What Not to Say in an Interview · 13 minDo you have a big interview coming up? Here are the 5 things not to say in an interview. I have done hundreds of interviews at Science of People and learned some easy interview…
- Self-esteem expert shares her best tips to start loving yourself · 25 minIs there a self-esteem crisis? We need more esteemable acts in our life. Low self-esteem seems so hard to overcome! What are we missing? I’ll give you a clue: if you think…
- A body language expert analyzes Ted Lasso...and how you can be more likable using these 7 cues · 6 minDiscover the magic of Ted Lasso's captivating non-verbal cues, from dynamic hand gestures to deep eye contact, and learn how to blend niceness with assertiveness effortlessly…
- 5 Simple Steps to Sound Confident on the Phone · 10 minYou can learn to make your voice sound better and love how you sound on the phone, in meetings and while speaking. As we spend more and more time on the phone in virtual…
- How to Create an Incredible Culture with Exceptional Hiring with Zach Suchin · 30 minA company's culture can be shaped by the cultural understanding of organizational leaders and human resources professionals. As part of our series, World’s Most Interesting…
- My personal AI tools to boost your charisma and conversation skills · 16 minGet 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…
- How to Be Friends with Anyone · 7 minDo you want to learn how to make friends and get a social life? Do you have someone in your life that you really want to connect to but aren't sure how? In this video, I want to…
- I never went to business school so I used these business books instead · 10 minBooks can change your business...and your life. I never knew I would be an entrepreneur so I had to get a business education from books. I never went to business school so I had…
