Key insights

• ⏱️ Changing posture for 2 minutes can change life outcomes
• 💼 Body language and nonverbal communication influence judgments and outcomes
• 🧐 Nonverbals affect how we judge others and how they judge us
• 💭 Nonverbals also influence our own thoughts, feelings, and physiology
• 💪 Nonverbal expressions of power involve expanding and opening up for the powerful and opposite for the powerless
• 🎭 Faking powerful nonverbals may lead to increased participation
• 👔 Power posing for 2 minutes impacts risk tolerance and confidence
• 📝 Body language can influence hiring decisions and overall evaluation of individuals

Q&A

• What approach does Amy Cuddy emphasize?

  Amy Cuddy emphasizes embracing the 'fake it till you become it' approach, highlighting the significance of body language and power posing in altering outcomes. She also encourages the importance of sharing this knowledge with those in need.

• How does body language influence hiring decisions and overall evaluation of individuals?

  Research shows that body language can significantly impact hiring decisions and the overall evaluation of individuals. Our bodies have the ability to change our minds, which, in turn, can lead to changes in behavior and outcomes.

• What impact does power posing for two minutes have on individuals?

  Power posing for just two minutes can lead to hormonal changes, impacting risk tolerance and confidence. This can be particularly beneficial in evaluative situations such as job interviews.

• How do our nonverbals influence our feelings about ourselves?

  Our nonverbals have the capacity to influence how we feel about ourselves. Power can impact both the body and mind, affecting hormones and behavior. Different body postures can contribute to feelings of power and dominance.

• What do nonverbal expressions of power and dominance involve?

  Nonverbal expressions of power and dominance involve expanding and opening up for the powerful individuals and the opposite for the powerless. Gender and participation in certain environments, like the MBA classroom, have been linked to power nonverbals. Additionally, faking powerful nonverbals may lead to increased participation in activities.

• How can changing your posture for two minutes impact your life?

  Changing your posture for two minutes can lead to significant changes in life outcomes as body language and nonverbal communication have a strong influence on judgments and various situations. This can affect how you feel about yourself and impact hormonal levels and behavior.

• 00:00 Changing your posture for two minutes can significantly impact your life; body language and nonverbal communication have a strong influence on judgments and outcomes in various situations.
• 04:00 Nonverbal expressions of power and dominance involve expanding and opening up for the powerful and opposite for the powerless. Gender and participation in the MBA classroom are related to power nonverbals. Faking powerful nonverbals may lead to increased participation.
• 07:24 Our nonverbals can influence how we feel about ourselves. Power affects both body and mind, influencing hormones and behavior. Body postures can impact feelings of power and dominance.
• 11:14 Power posing for just two minutes can lead to hormonal changes that impact risk tolerance and confidence, which can be beneficial in evaluative situations like job interviews.
• 14:33 Research shows that body language can impact hiring decisions and overall evaluation. Our bodies change our minds, which in turn can change our behavior and outcomes. The speaker shares a personal story about overcoming feelings of being an impostor and not belonging after a traumatic car accident.
• 17:38 Embracing the 'fake it till you make it' approach, Amy Cuddy emphasizes the significance of 'faking it till you become it' and the power of body language in altering outcomes. She highlights the impact of power posing on confidence and encourages sharing this knowledge with those in need.