Positive and Going First

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Putting others first without expecting anything in return can change your life and what you get back. It's important to approach life with sincerity, showing up for others as much as possible in interactions. The ROI of a social interaction is immeasurable, and positive interactions can have unforeseen consequences. Going positive and going first can unlock the world in unexpected ways. Many people want to go positive, but they wait for the other person to go first, resulting in inaction and no response. True leadership involves stepping up and taking the lead, rather than waiting for it.

Blake Eastman has dedicated his entire life to psychology and nonverbal behavior. In 2009 he founded The Nonverbal Group, a behavioral research and education company in New York City which conducts large scale studies on human behavior and uses a wide range of technologies to systematically deconstruct and improve human communication. Eastman dives deep into how we communicate with one another, including the ability to read nonverbal cues, his thoughts on big talkers vs. silent types, how we can communicate with our partners without complaining, the value of watching ourselves communicate on video, understanding the power structures and social dynamics at work, and so much more. Eastman has also served as an adjunct psychology professor at the City University of New York for six years where he taught General Psychology, Developmental Psychology, and Group Dynamics. He is also a former professional poker player and the founder of School of Cards, the first brick-and-mortar poker school in New York City. Listen and Learn

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