Master the People Skills
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Science-backed training trusted by 5M+ students to communicate with confidence, build trust, and advance their careers.
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People School
The Science-Backed System for People Skills
Learn the Skills
Master 12 foundational people skills — from first impressions to influence — so you communicate with confidence in every room.
Activate with Coaching
Practice in live workshops with Vanessa and the People School coaching team. Real feedback, not just theory.
Graduate with a Career Asset
Earn your SHRM-certified credential. Add it to your resume and your career toolkit — skills employers actually value.
Latest Articles
Fresh insights to improve your people skills
What to Do With Your Hands: 12 Science-Backed Techniques
Learn 12 research-backed hand gesture techniques that make you more persuasive, confident, and trustworthy in presentations, meetings, and conversations.
80+ Funny Things to Say in Any Situation (Backed by Science)
Science-backed funny things to say for ice-breakers, friends, crushes, work, and texts—plus the 5 humor structures so you can create your own.
How to Write Meeting Minutes (With Template & Examples)
Learn how to write meeting minutes that drive follow-through. Includes a copy-paste template, action item formula, before-and-after examples, and an AI review rule.
How to Motivate Employees: 12 Science-Backed Strategies
Only 23% of employees are engaged at work. Learn 12 research-backed strategies—with scripts and frameworks—to motivate your team starting this week.
Body Language for Leaders: 14 Science-Backed Cues for Trust
Master 14 research-backed body language cues that build trust and authority. Learn the warmth + competence framework, the 50/70 eye contact rule, and more.
82 First Date Conversation Starters (Backed by Science)
Science-backed first date questions plus research on what topics actually lead to a second date. Avoid the interview trap and build real connection.
After People School, Debbie got a $100K raise. Bella landed a role created just for her.
The science-backed training that turns people skills into career results. 12 modules. Live coaching. A community of high-performers.
About Science of People
Research-Based Human Behavior Training
Founded by Vanessa Van Edwards, Science of People combines behavioral science research with practical techniques to help you communicate better, build stronger relationships, and achieve your goals.
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