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Oct 24, 2026 8 min

The Likability Formula

from Vanessa Van Edwards Hosted by Vanessa Van Edwards

Use this likability formula using 3 science-backed strategies to get people to like you today.In this video, I am going to teach you how you can authentically get someone to like you. To be instantly likable, capitalizing on mutual likes and similarities is key! In this video:0:00 Intro0:26 Storytime1:29 The similarity attraction effect2:48 Step #1: Search for similarities3:09 Step #2: Capitalize on similarities3:54 Step #3: Extend similarities4:49 Final thoughts******If you’re ready to level up your charisma, check out our flagship course, People School: http://bit.ly/2yUf0WRPeople School is a 12 step video based training program designed to increase your interpersonal intelligence. People School focuses on the four core competencies of Business PQ:• Empower Leaders and Managers• Leverage Science-Backed Communication Tools• Activate Effective Teamwork and Collaboration• Improve Client Relations & Sales👉People School registration is now OPEN! Sign up here: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/train... ******Hi, I’m Vanessa!You deserve more. More influence, more income, more of what you want. I would be honored to help you. Do you want to be the most likable person in the room? Get my FREE guide now: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/My name is Vanessa Van Edwards and I’m a recovering awkward person. I’m also a multi-time bestselling author of:Cues: Master the Secret Language of Charismatic Communication (https://www.scienceofpeople.com/cues/) Captivate: The Science of Succeeding with People (https://www.scienceofpeople.com/captivate/) and I am the creator of People School. This advanced video communication course is for high achievers who want to be confident communicators.My goal is simple: Help YOU get to your goals faster. Never be overlooked, interrupted or forgotten again.PS - Get our free 60-minute online trainings: https://www.scienceofpeople.com+ Join the party on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vvanedwards/******Vanessa Van Edwards is Lead Investigator at Science of People — where she unlocks the formulas and patterns behind human behavior for hundreds of thousands of students in over 200 countries. She is the national bestselling author of Captivate: The Science of Succeeding With People, available in 14 languages around the world. Her work has been featured on CNN, NPR, BBC, Fast Company and dozens more. Can’t get enough of Science of People? Check out our Praiseworthy Performance audio guide 👉 https://www.scienceofpeople.com/start/******Did you enjoy the video? If so, give it a like above! Subscribe to our channel for more human behavior hacks and communication strategies👉 https://youtube.com/c/VanessaVanEdwardsYT/P.S. Make sure to keep up with us by clicking the bell!

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