In this episode, I break down 10 powerful lessons I learned from Vanessa Van Edwards’ appearance on The Diary of a CEO — lessons anyone can apply to become more confident, more charismatic, and more connected in everyday life. Vanessa is a behavioral researcher who studies body language, trust, and the science of human interaction. Her interview was packed with practical insights, and this episode distills the most important ones into a simple, 10-point guide you can actually use. You’ll learn:• why labeling emotions calms the brain• how open palms instantly build trust• how gestures make your ideas more memorable• how your environment shapes your presence• the warmth + competence formula behind true charisma• the subtle cues that signal confidence• the signals that create safety and connection• and the questions that spark real conversation If you want to improve your communication, strengthen relationships, or understand people more clearly, these lessons from Vanessa Van Edwards are a game changer. Inspired by: The Diary of a CEO – Vanessa Van EdwardsThis is what I learned, shared so you can apply it too. vanessa van edwards, diary of a ceo, steven bartlett podcast, charisma psychology, charisma tips, how to be charismatic, warmth and competence, body language tips, confidence skills, communication skills, psychology of charisma, what i learned podcast, personal development, human behavior, social skills, emotional intelligence, vanessa van edwards cues, cues book vanessa van edwards, social confidence, connection skills, how to connect with people, how to communicate better, podcast education, behavior science, leadership communication, improve confidence, improve charisma, speaking skills, storytelling skills, influence and persuasion, self improvement If you'd like, I can also create thumbnail text ideas, thumbnail design prompts, or headline variants specifically optimized for Sora/YouTube. 🔖 TAGS (comma-separated)
