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Mastering the Secret Language of Charismatic Communication with Vanessa Van Edwards

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Mar 2, 2022
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Vanessa Van Edwards
Vanessa Van Edwards, bestselling author and lead investigator at Science of People, dives into the art of charismatic communication. She reveals that charisma is made up of learnable social signals and cues. The conversation highlights how vocal delivery and non-verbal cues can greatly impact perceptions of warmth and competence. Vanessa shares strategies for enhancing virtual communication, including mastering email tone and choosing effective backgrounds. Listeners gain actionable insights to boost their interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence.
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INSIGHT

Charisma Learned

  • Charisma can be learned by mastering social cues.
  • Most charismatic people develop charisma over time, not from birth.
INSIGHT

Charisma Formula

  • Charismatic people balance warmth (likability, trust) and competence (capability, efficiency).
  • This balance makes them both likeable and respected.
ADVICE

Self-Assessment

  • Evaluate your warmth and competence by considering how others describe you.
  • If neither applies, you're in the "danger zone" and need to improve both.
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