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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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Find the perfect career for you! 🚀 A People School Workshop Highlight Oct 04, 2026

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In this month’s People School Live Workshop, I shared one of my favorite personality-based career exercises. I loved it so much that I had to share it here with you!
✨ Ready to take your career (and charisma) to the next level? Join us in People School! https://www.scienceofpeople.com/training/people-school/
🔗 Explore the database: https://apps.psych.ut.ee/JobProfiles/
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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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Be More Charismatic With These 5 Science Based Habits Oct 04, 2026

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We all know someone who exudes charisma, charms a room, and leaves the best impressions. Don't you wish these things can be learned? They actually can be!
We found that charisma can indeed be learned. In our lab, we noticed that exceptionally charismatic people follow 5 specific habits. In this video, I'll share our research and
everything you need to know about how you can be more charismatic.
In this video:
00:00 What Makes People Memorable
01:06 Habit #1
02:03 Habit #2
03:19 Habit #3
04:52 Habit #4
05:26 Habit #5
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If you’re ready to level up your charisma, check out our flagship course, People School: http://bit.ly/2yUf0WR
People School is a 12 step video based training program designed to increase your interpersonal intelligence. People School focuses on the four core competencies of Business PQ:
• Empower Leaders and Managers
• Leverage Science-Backed Communication Tools
• Activate Effective Teamwork and Collaboration
• Improve Client Relations & Sales
Join the waitlist for People School here 👉 http://bit.ly/2yUf0WR
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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.
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/
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#vanessavanedwards #howtobemorecharismatic #charisma #bememorable #socialskills

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Behind the Scenes at Science of People Oct 04, 2026

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Curious how we create content? I did a full walkthrough of our content calendar, how I write newsletters and our social media schedule for our People School students. If you want to join my deep dives and lives, be sure to enroll in People School 🙌
Join here! www.scienceofpeople.com/enroll
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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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Use these tips to write captivating email subjects Oct 03, 2026

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Do you want your emails to stand out and spark excitement in your team or community? Let me help!
Our weekly newsletter has a wonderful community of 500,000+ subscribers, and I LOVE adding a sprinkle of intrigue to the subjects.
Don't learn the hard way of what works, let me share my 10+ years of experience with you!
Want some more examples of catchy subject lines? Read more! https://www.scienceofpeople.com/email-subject/
Join my FREE webinar on how to harness your influence: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/training/the-5-laws-of-influence/
In this video:
0:24 - 1st Mistake: Using a generic socially scripted subject line
1:04 - 2 choices where you can go with the subject line
1:13 - Option 1: Put your big idea up in the subject line
1:48 - Option 2: Delight and surprise an intrigue in your subject line
3:04 - Importance of your Email subject line
3:18 - 5 Laws of Influence - Free Training
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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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PS - Join the conversation on social!
☞ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vvanedwards/
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How to Hack a Networking Event Oct 03, 2026

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Master your networking and socializing at every single one of your events! Learn more at scienceofpeople.com. #networking #recoveringawkwardperson #scienceofpeople
0:00 Some Common Difficulties at Networking Events
0:35 Tip 1: Be a Business Card Master
1:12 Tip 2: Hit the Sweet Spot
1:38 Tip 3: Use the Head Tilt
2:00 Want some great conversation starters? Visit scienceofpeople.com/conversation

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My fourth book, C———— is in the writing process! Oct 03, 2026

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📣 Big News: I Just Signed My Fourth Book Deal! 📣
If you've followed my journey, you know it hasn’t always been easy. Starting out, I faced my share of challenges, but with your support, I've made it here, and I couldn't be more grateful! 🙏💫
While the title is still under wraps (shhh…😉), I’m already diving into research and finding some amazing insights I can’t wait to share with you! If you loved Cues and Captivate, get ready—this one’s going to be something special. Stay tuned for updates, sneak peeks, and behind-the-scenes moments as I bring this book to life! 📚
In this video:
0:26 - Backstory of my first book
0:55 - What I did after writing my 1st book
1:05 - Another opportunity to write my next book
1:12 - How “Captivate” book started
1:26 - Captivate being translated into 18 languages
1:39 - Story of how I published “Cues”
2:07 - The 4th book
2:20 - I had to fail my first book to learn what to do with Captivate and Cues
2:33 - If you had a failure, don’t think of it as the end
3:15 - Better to try and have it fail than not try at all
3:19 - Failure are starts
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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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PS - Join the conversation on social!
☞ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vvanedwards/
☞ Twitter: https://twitter.com/vvanedwards
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Confident Body Language Boosters Oct 03, 2026

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Use your body language and nonverbal communication to be more influential and confident.
In this video, I am going to teach you key body language tips and nonverbal communication techniques to increase your impact and be more self-assured!
In this video:
0:00 Intro
1:00 Take up space
2:35 Aggressive power moves
3:09 The question inflection
4:40 Leaning in
5:29 Some science behind body language
Want more body language tricks on confidence and influence?
👉 https://www.scienceofpeople.com/how-to-be-more-confident/
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If you’re ready to level up your charisma, check out our flagship course, People School: http://bit.ly/2yUf0WR
People School is a 12 step video based training program designed to increase your interpersonal intelligence. People School focuses on the four core competencies of Business PQ:
• Empower Leaders and Managers
• Leverage Science-Backed Communication Tools
• Activate Effective Teamwork and Collaboration
• Improve Client Relations & Sales
Join the waitlist for People School here 👉 http://bit.ly/2yUf0WR
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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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Vanessa Van Edwards is Lead Investigator at Science of People — where she unlocks the formulas and patterns behind human behavior for hundreds of thousands of students in over 200 countries. She is the national bestselling author of Captivate: The Science of Succeeding With People, available in 14 languages around the world. Her work has been featured on CNN, NPR, BBC, Fast Company and dozens more.
Can’t get enough of Science of People? Check out our Praiseworthy Performance audio guide
👉 https://www.scienceofpeople.com/start/
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Meeting Tips for Introverts: Get Your Ideas Heard and Feel Appreciated Every Time! Oct 03, 2026

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Meetings can be tough, especially for introverts or anyone who’s ever felt a little awkward speaking up. 💬
But don’t worry—I’ve got you covered with tips fresh from our last team call!🛠️ These strategies will help you feel heard, valued, and confident in any meeting.
✨ Want to dive deeper? Sign up for my newsletter for more tips on how to succeed at work: scienceofpeople.com
Here's the link to the full article: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/speak-up-in-meetings/
In this video:
0:11 Tip #1 Volunteer to go first in a meeting
1:13 Tip #2 Always try to bring up something new
1:39 Tip #3 Speak with a downward inflection
2:06 Don't say sorry before sharing your opinion!
2:13 Tip #4 Try to share your comments at the beginning or end of a meeting
2:45 Don't discount having rapport with your co-workers
2:56 Join our newsletter for more tips! www.scienceofpeople.com
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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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What you should quit and why quitting a Goal might Be Your Best Move (And How to Reimagine 2025!) Oct 03, 2026

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Feeling stuck or uninspired by your goals? Sometimes, quitting a goal isn’t a failure. It’s a sign it wasn’t right for you at this moment.
We’re reimagining what success can look like in 2025. 🎯 I’ll guide you through crafting goals that align with who you are and where you’re headed.
✨ This month in People School: Our mini-course is all about self-transformation! If you're ready to set goals you can actually achieve, join us today: www.scienceofpeople.com/enroll
In this video:
00:02 All the things I quit last year
00:14 Did you know today is quitters day?
00:21 My challenge for you!
00:47 I would love to help you this year
00:50 We transformed People School into a coaching program
00:57 I help you with your goals every month
00:59 We also have an accountability coach for weekly calls
01:13 We will carry you through the year so you can achieve your goals!
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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/
******
PS - Join the conversation on social!
☞ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vvanedwards/
☞ Twitter: https://twitter.com/vvanedwards
☞ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vvanedwards/

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How to Spot and Deal with Narcissists Oct 03, 2026

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Dealing with a narcissist can be difficult. You might work with them, they could be a friend, a family member, or even your partner. How do you deal with the narcissist in your life?
In this video, we are going to help those who live or maybe work with a self-centered person and we will provide tips on how to deal with narcissists.
Use these 5 steps to identify, communicate and avoid the narcissists in your life.
In this video:
0:00 Intro
0:21 What is a narcissist?
0:44 Narcissist quiz
3:40 Identify the narcissist's trigger
4:20 Understand where they come from
4:49 Don't change a narcissist, show empathy
6:07 Narcissists and business
Want more details on narcissists and what to look for?
👉 https://www.scienceofpeople.com/how-to-deal-narcissists/
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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
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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.
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/
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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 mak

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