The Art of Charm

AI Can’t Save You in the Conference Room (Or on a Date) | Social Intelligence Briefing

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Jan 9, 2026
Uncover the essential human skill for the future: validation. As AI takes over transactional tasks, understanding and acknowledging others is key in meetings and on dates. Discover how being right can backfire and why fixing problems can kill trust and attraction. The hosts share real examples demonstrating that making people feel understood leads to deeper connections. Learn a three-step validation protocol that enhances influence and nurtures collaboration. Embrace validation to thrive in the AI era, unlocking the nuances of human interaction.
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INSIGHT

Human Moments Gain Outsized Value

  • When transactional work is automated, the few human moments left gain outsized importance.
  • People move toward those who make them feel understood, not simply the smartest person.
INSIGHT

Safety Precedes Reasoning

  • The brain checks safety before it engages reasoning, so perceived threat blocks openness.
  • Validation lowers threat, restoring access to reasoning, trust, and attraction.
ANECDOTE

Data Won, Influence Lost

  • Brian, a data science lead, proved a PM wrong with data but skipped acknowledging her concern.
  • The PM shut down and resisted the rest of the meeting despite his accuracy.
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