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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.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

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Speak Warmly, Present Confidently: The Ultimate Voice Hack! Oct 02, 2026

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If you want to sound consistently warm and confident during presentations, remember that.... It’s all about the trifecta: Broad body, purposeful pauses, and speaking on the out breath. Pair that with real emotions, compelling stories, and confidence in your material, and you’ll captivate every time! 💛🎤
Try some vocal warm-ups! https://www.scienceofpeople.com/vocal-warm-ups/
In this video:
0:01 How to speak on the out-breath
0:24 How often you should speak on the out-breath
0:37 Two ways to think about keeping your voice warm
0:42 First way, from a content perspective
0:46 How to use real emotions
1:01 Try to use stories when you can
1:09 Be confident in your material
1:28 Second way, physicality
1:30 Have a broad body
1:39 Have space between your ears + shoulders
1:43 Have space between your torso + arms
1:52 Pause and add more breaths
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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/
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People's Reactions To Videos Oct 01, 2026

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We conducted an experiment to measure the emotional activity of people while they watched videos. As we were launching our book "Captivate" we wanted to film a book promo. We ended up with two versions of the promo. I could not pick between the two of them, so I reached out to Dialsmith for some help. Through Dialsmith, we ran an experiment on two different book promo videos: Short White & Long Grey. Here's what we found.
Here is our article on :The Psychology of How People React to Videos":
https://www.scienceofpeople.com/the-psychology-of-how-people-react-to-videos/
Here is the final version of our book promo:
https://youtu.be/4UviUQF9r4g
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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
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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
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How to speak more slowly using these 5 simple tricks Oct 01, 2026

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Do you struggle with speaking too quickly? Do you find yourself stumbling over your words or struggling to articulate your thoughts clearly? If so, you're not alone! In this video, we'll teach you five simple tricks to help you slow down your speech and communicate more effectively. From taking deep breaths to using pauses for emphasis, these tips are easy to implement and can make a big difference in how you come across to others. So whether you're giving a presentation at work, having a conversation with a friend, or just want to improve your communication skills, this video is for you!
Read more about how to speak slower:
https://www.scienceofpeople.com/how-to-talk-slower/
Time stamps:
00:00:00 My speaking speed
00:01:15 Tip 1: Power Pauses
00:02:19 Tip 2: Read Poetry Aloud
00:02:40 Tip 3: Breathe More
00:03:10 Tip 4: Drink Water, Coffee, Tea
00:03:39 Tip 5: Intentional Articulation
00:04:45 Five Phrases to Increase Likability
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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/
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Body Language of Leaders Oct 01, 2026

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What exactly is the body language of a leader? What makes them take charge over a room, nonverbally? Can a leader be identified regardless of job title?
We describe leaders as people who carry themselves differently, possess a magnetic sense of charisma, and always seem to be ahead of the game. How do they do that?
In this video, I talk about how leaders can be identified, and what kind of body language every successful leader uses to appear more powerful, trustworthy, and successful.
In this video:
00:00 How to recognize natural born leaders
01:17 Do leaders smile more or less?
02:10 Do leaders interrupt or not?
03:13 Do leaders hold eye contact more or less?
04:40 Do leaders pace or stand still?
05:35 Do leaders nod as they speak or hold their head still?
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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
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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 Communication
https://www.scienceofpeople.com/cues/
Read it on Amazon, Audible or wherever books are sold!
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The most woo video I have ever made #manifesting Oct 01, 2026

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Is this real?! Tell me your craziest manifesting story below. Also, does anyone know any science on this?!? @masterclass thanks for making this happen! @TheDiaryOfACEO thanks for hearing my call!
Check out my training on MasterClass! https://masterclass.com/vve
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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/
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The 6 Most Common Mispronounced words: Sound Smart by fixing these Oct 01, 2026

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We've all been there, mispronouncing words without even realizing it, but don't worry, I'm here to help you sound more confident and knowledgeable.
Whether you're a native English speaker or learning English as a second language, this video will help you improve your pronunciation. So, be sure to watch until the end and let us know in the comments if there are any other commonly mispronounced words that you'd like to add to the list! Don't forget to like and subscribe for more language tips and tricks.
Read more about commonly mispronounced words here! https://www.scienceofpeople.com/mispronounced-words/
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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/
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How to stop caring about what people think Oct 01, 2026

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Do you find yourself caught up in something negative someone said about you or to you? Do you care deeply about your reputation and what others think about you to the point that they control your every move and thought?
I sat down with the lovely Jodie Cook and we talked about how we can stop caring about what people think about us. You will learn how to focus on your journey, shift your mindset, and ultimately stop caring about what other people think about you!
Read more here! https://www.scienceofpeople.com/stop-caring-what-people-think/
Check out Jodie Cook's new book: tenyearcareer.com
In this video:
0:00 Intro
2:09 How to stop caring about what other people think
3:57 Clicking with everyone
6:27 Be judgment-free
9:15 What can you control?
11:33 Perspective
16:55 See what's really happening
18:22 Protect your energy
21:32 Remember your why
24:30 Final thoughts
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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/
👉People School registration is now OPEN! Sign up here: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/train...
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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/capti...
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The Importance of Body Language in Sports Oct 01, 2026

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There’s a lot of interesting body language going on in athletics. Body language is an often overlooked aspect of sports. Sports communication is very important in a game. Vanessa Van Edwards explains what role nonverbal plays in athletics, how to improve the body language in sports and what to look for the next time you are watching your favorite sport.
In this video....
0:00 Nonverbal cues of athletes with Vanessa Van Edwards
0:36 Vanessa Van Edwards explains there is a hidden language in sports
0:53 Universal body language of pride
1:33 Universal body language of defeat
1:57 Quick eyebrow flash is the universal invitation cue
2:36 Chin nod is the universal sign of pointing
2:54 Angled torso toward someone is the cue for get ready
3:20 The power of touch
4:04 Releasing of oxytocin bonds teammates
4:28 Universal body language of shame
5:06 Body language of an Alpha
5:58 Can there be a false Alpha?
6:18 Can you read your own body language?
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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
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How to Answer Fun Facts About Me in a Clever Way Oct 01, 2026

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We all know how nerve-wracking it can be when someone asks us to share something interesting or unique about ourselves, especially when put on the spot. But fear not! With these tips, you'll be able to impress your friends, family, and even potential employers with your witty and charming responses.
So, whether you're prepping for a job interview, getting to know new friends, or just want to be ready for those unexpected icebreaker questions, this video is for you. With our help, you'll never be caught off guard again when asked to share a fun fact about yourself. So, grab a notepad and pen, get ready to take some notes, and let's get started!
0:17 - Fill in the blanks
0:36 - Fun Fact: I wanted to be a teacher
0:53 - Fun Fact: The first concert attended
1:05 - Fun Fact: Superpower
1:31 - Fun Fact: Weird hobby
1:56 - Fun Fact: Celebrity crush
2:07 - Fun Fact: The story behind my name
2:43 - Fun Fact: Zombie Apocalypse
3:00 - Fun Fact: Secret talent
Click here to read more: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/fun-facts-about-me/
Learn more about our FREE likability training: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/training/be-the-most-likable-person-in-the-room/
******
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/
******
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Charisma Flavors: A Sneak Peek From Stage Oct 01, 2026

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I had the honor to speak at the San Diego Women's Week event to talk about charisma, it's flavors, and how anyone can be more charismatic in their own way. Learn just how charisma can be learned!
Book Vanessa for your next event at: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/speaking/ or email at speakingscienceofpeople.com
In this video:
0:00 TED Talk Experiment
0:26 Why some TED talkers have more views than others
2:00 The importance of hand gestures
4:13 The science behind hand gestures
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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
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