Vanessa Van Edwards
Founder at Science of People. Bestselling Author and Harvard Instructor.
Description
Vanessa Van Edwards is a renowned behavioral researcher, bestselling author, and acclaimed international keynote speaker. Her books Captivate: The Science of Succeeding with People and Cues: Master the Secret Language of Charismatic Communication have been translated into 18 languages. As founder of Science of People, Vanessa’s YouTube tutorials have reached over 100 million people. For over a decade she has worked with top brands, universities, government entities, nonprofits and companies to increase their effectiveness by improving their communication. Vanessa helps entrepreneurs, growing businesses, and speaks to trillion-dollar companies including Google, Meta, Microsoft, Amazon and more. Her work has been featured on CNN, BBC, CBS Mornings, Fast Company, Inc. Magazine, Entrepreneur Magazine, USA Today, The Today Show, and many more. Vanessa shares tangible skills to improve interpersonal communication and leadership. Her science-backed framework helps anyone communicate with confidence. She is also an Instructor, Professional & Executive Development, Harvard Division of Continuing Education. Her Masterclass, People Intelligence launched in Fall of 2025 and was an instant hit. Vanessa is renowned for teaching science-backed people skills to audiences worldwide, including Harvard, SxSW, MIT, and Stanford. Her engaging workshops and courses teach individuals to succeed in business and life by understanding the hidden dynamics of people.
Suggested Questions
- How can someone build trust quickly in a new relationship?
- How can someone become the most likable person in the room?
- What are some conversation starters that work well in professional settings?
- What are some common pitfalls to avoid in professional networking?
- What is your favorite storytelling technique?
- How do you balance content delivery with physical movement during a presentation?
- How can someone ensure their message is clearly understood by others?
- How do you approach setting boundaries in social interactions?
- What are some effective ways to encourage audience participation?
- What strategies can individuals use to become indispensable in their roles?
- How can someone effectively shift their mindset before entering a challenging social environment?
- How do you suggest someone handle a colleague who frequently creates unnecessary drama?
- Can you explain the concept of "social blueprints" and how they can benefit individuals?