Captivate
The Science of Succeeding with People
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Penguin Books Ltd
Publishing:24th Jun '27
£11.99
This title is due to be published on 24th June, and will be despatched as soon as possible.
This paperback is available in another edition too:
- Paperback£11.99(9780241309933)
*AS HEARD ON THE DIARY OF A CEO AND MODERN WISDOM PODCASTS*
'Vanessa Van Edwards has revolutionized the way we build confidence and create more authentic relationships in every social and professional interactions' Steven Bartlett
'She shares insights on leveraging nonverbal cues to project confidence, build trust, and effectively engage others' Chris Williamson
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Charisma isn’t an innate gift or something you’re born with. It can be learned through intentional practice. You just need to know how.
As a human behaviour scientist, Vanessa Van Edwards studies the hidden forces that drive us in her research lab, Science of People, and in this book she shares her practical, science-based strategies and shortcuts to help you take control of any social situation.
- Do you make a good first impression? Or is ‘the triple threat’ – hidden hands, avoidant gaze, and closed posture – making people dislike you?
- Are you noticing non-verbal cues and micro-expressions? Can you speed-read the subtle feedback signs that reveal what people are really thinking?
- “How are you?” at small talk? Replace boring openers with more specific ones will make your conversations more memorable.
With ready-to-use scripts to try out and body language hacks that deliver immediate wins, Captivate unlocks the hidden science of human connection so you can forge more meaningful relationships in your life and at work.
Everything Vanessa does is captivating, but this book is her masterpiece. Nearly every page contains surprising insights and practical tips to help you succeed more in life
Captivate is packed full of useful information for anyone interested in improving their social skills - it's a must read
If you've ever thought 'I hope they have a dog at this dinner party so that I don't have to talk to anyone' read this book. Hello Captivate, goodbye awkward moments
Vanessa Van Edwards is pure gold, and this book is an invaluable guide to harnessing the science of what makes people tick. A must read if you want to use its power for good inside your company, cause or career
Full of helpful tips, actionable anecdotes and fascinating research, Captivate is the consummate wingman (or woman) - a book you'll hear whispering in your ears, giving you social superpowers
In Captivate, Vanessa Van Edwards has not only decoded the secret formula for what makes people tick, she also explains how to harness and put the latest people science into action
There is a big difference between faking your way into a building relationships and deeply understanding the science of what makes people tick so that you can naturally and effectively connect with them. Captivate teaches this science in a fun and accessible way, so that you apply the learning in your everyday life, growing your network, influence and impact
This book is rewarding regardless of your level of skill in getting along with others
Full of helpful tips, actionable anecdotes and fascinating research, Captivate is the consummate wingman (or woman) - a book you'll hear whispering in your ears, giving you social superpowers
In Captivate, Vanessa Van Edwards has not only decoded the secret formula for what makes people tick, she also explains how to harness and put the latest people science into action
ISBN: 9781405993852
Dimensions: 198mm x 129mm x 20mm
Weight: 229g
320 pages