What if standing differently could change your life?

Dr. Amy Cuddy is a world-renowned social psychologist, bestselling author of Presence, and the mind behind one of the most-watched TED Talks of all time. Her research on body language, personal power, and self-efficacy has transformed how people show up in high-stakes moments—from job interviews to leadership roles.

In this raw and insightful conversation with Dominic Broad, Amy reveals how nonverbal behaviour can shape how we think, feel, and connect with others.

She discusses:

• Why confidence is about presence, not pretending
• The power of self-affirmation to reduce stress and improve performance
• The dangerous collapse in confidence many girls experience in adolescence
• How we can help kids—and ourselves—take up more space
• Why kindness and trust matter more than strength in leadership
• Her journey through bullying, Harvard, and parenting
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Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction and Personal Insights

03:04 The Power of Body Language

05:56 Stereotypes and Gender Dynamics

08:48 Encouraging Empowerment in Children

11:58 Self-Efficacy vs. Self-Confidence

15:02 The Role of Body Language in Relationships

17:52 The Impact of Power Poses

20:53 Cultural Perceptions of Power

24:11 The Importance of Personal Networks

26:55 Psychology in Everyday Life

29:59 Leadership and Personal Power

33:00 Navigating Relationships and Kindness

36:01 Reflections on Bullying and Support

38:59 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

45:24 Teaching Excellence at HBS

47:35 Building Trust as a Leader

52:02 Understanding Trust Cues

57:03 Embracing Opportunities and Risks

01:01:40 The Journey of Leadership

01:06:08 Overcoming Procrastination

01:11:39 Finding Purpose and Passion

01:14:23 Advice for Young Leaders

01:17:00 Nurturing Children's Agency

Sound Bites: "You're not a noun, you're a verb." "Girls start to collapse." "Trust before strength." "Personal power activates the approach system." "You can't please everyone."

dyLanguage #Confidence #SelfEfficacy #Presence #Leadership #Trust #PowerPoses #Kindness #Mindset #Empowerment

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