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Blake Eastman dives into his intricate journey from a professional poker player to a renowned entrepreneur. He discusses his innovative research methodologies, the manipulation of nonverbal cues, his views on education, and personal stories about risk-taking and resilience. 00:00 Exposing The World of Behaviors & Labels 01:10 Entrepreneurial Spirit02:56 Insights from the Blind Date Study05:27 Understanding Introversion and Extroversion12:04 The Art of Manipulation and Labels18:17 Poker: A Journey of Research and Mastery28:40 The Evolution of Poker Stakes29:00 Challenges in Modern Poker29:56 Applying Poker Lessons to Business31:57 The Pursuit of Perfection39:20 Parenting and Life Lessons45:47 The Role of Data in Decision Making50:26 Embracing Financial Risk52:23 Follow the JourneyFollow BlakeIG: https://www.instagram.com/blake_eastman LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beastman/ Newsletter: https://www.nonverbalgroup.com/newsletter Change Your Life By Surrounding Yourself With Greatness - https://rb.gy/i3vyplUse Promo Code MKSAES100 Get $100 off your ticket to the Austin Entrepreneurial SummitConnect With Matthttps://themattking.com/ Learn More About Gobundancehttps://gobundance.com/tribe Thank You To Our Partners!Lauletta Birnbaum, LLC. - Doing Business Justice®Gobundance Members Email: Gobundance@lauletta.comMyOutDesk- The Workforce That Workshttps://www.myoutdesk.com/ The Matt King Show is a podcast dedicated to uncovering the untold stories of high-achieving individuals—entrepreneurs, athletes, investors, and visionaries—who have forged their own paths to success. Hosted by Matt King, the show goes beyond surface-level interviews, diving deep into the pivotal moments, mindset shifts, and lessons that shaped their journeys. With an engaging and thought-provoking approach, The Matt King Show isn't just about success—it's about the experiences, challenges, and philosophies that define extraordinary lives. This is where ambition meets authenticity, and where listeners gain insights they won't hear anywhere else.

André, The Impulsive Thinker™, recaps a chat with behavioural expert Blake Eastman about the mysterious world of nonverbal cues in those with ADHD. This short reflection digs into how society often misreads these cues, especially for ADHD Entrepreneurs. André shares insights on why understanding your own nonverbal communication can shift others' perceptions, improve interactions, and boost successful connections. By optimizing your environment and becoming self-aware of your distinct behavioural patterns, you can navigate social norms with ease. Tune in to discover how transforming these interactions can truly enhance your journey as an ADHD Entrepreneur.   The ADHD Simplified™ online course is coming soon!  Get on the waitlist (and get a special discount)!   Download The Sh!t List™, my weekly planning tool.   We want to hear from you! Send show ideas, questions, or feedback to podcast@theimpulsivethinker.com and join our newsletter Impulsive Thoughts.   Watch the podcast on YouTube and connect with me on LinkedIn.   Check out our website.

André, The Impulsive Thinker™, sits down with Blake Eastman from the Nonverbal Group to explore the unique nonverbal cues of an ADHD Entrepreneur. They uncover how societal norms shape perceptions and why context in communication matters. Learn how Blake's insights into behaviour patterns and personal strategies for maintaining focus can boost productivity. With tips like scheduling hyper-focused sprints and understanding personal quirks, this episode is packed with practical advice for anyone navigating ADHD in business. Stay tuned for real-world strategies to embrace your unique behaviours and enhance communication in entrepreneurial settings.     The ADHD Simplified™ online course is coming soon!  Get on the waitlist (and get a special discount)!   Download The Sh!t List™, my weekly planning tool.   We want to hear from you! Send show ideas, questions, or feedback to podcast@theimpulsivethinker.com and join our newsletter Impulsive Thoughts.   Watch the podcast on YouTube and connect with me on LinkedIn.   Check out our website.   Guest: Blake Eastman is the founder of the Nonverbal Group and is dedicated to teaching both people and machines how to read human behaviour. As an expert in nonverbal communication, Blake helps individuals navigate the complexity of social interactions. With a nuanced approach, Blake addresses communication challenges, including those faced by individuals with ADHD, offering insights into how different brain processes can impact perception and societal norms. His work with the Nonverbal Group focuses on optimising human communication through a holistic understanding of behavioural patterns.

André, The Impulsive Thinker™, draws inspiration from Blake Eastman's journey, the poker player turned behavioural expert, to spotlight the ADHD Entrepreneur's unique mindset. Blake embraced his ADHD traits, turning challenges into success. This episode explores reframing ADHD as a strength, focusing on lifestyle adjustments like sleep, diet, and exercise to enhance productivity. Discover how hyper-focus can be a valuable asset and the power of creating systems that play to ADHD brains. Join André for insights into community and coaching support and redefine your approach to ADHD for entrepreneurial growth. Tune in to reshape your ADHD perspective and thrive!   The ADHD Simplified™ online course is coming soon!  Get on the waitlist (and get a special discount)!   Download The Sh!t List™, my weekly planning tool.   We want to hear from you! Send show ideas, questions, or feedback to podcast@theimpulsivethinker.com and join our newsletter Impulsive Thoughts.   Watch the podcast on YouTube and connect with me on LinkedIn.   Check out our website.

In this episode of The Impulsive Thinker™, André sits down with Blake Eastman, the founder of Nonverbal Group. Blake dives deep into his journey from psychology professor and professional poker player to reading human behavior and navigating social interactions. Sharing his experiences with an ADHD brain, Blake highlights the importance of lifestyle changes in achieving success. From sleep to whole food diets, Blake emphasizes how these factors turn potential ADHD challenges into strengths. Tune in to explore how refining your lifestyle can significantly impact entrepreneurial productivity and satisfaction. Perfect for the growth-oriented ADHD Entrepreneur!   The ADHD Simplified™ online course is coming soon!  Get on the waitlist (and get a special discount)! Download The Sh!t List™, my weekly planning tool.  We want to hear from you! Send show ideas, questions, or feedback to podcast@theimpulsivethinker.com and join our newsletter Impulsive Thoughts. Watch the podcast on YouTube and connect with me on LinkedIn. Check out our website. Guest: Blake Eastman is the founder of Nonverbal Group, a leading organization focused on teaching both people and machines to understand human behaviour. With a background rooted in psychology and professional poker playing, Blake has transitioned from being a psychology professor to an entrepreneur dedicated to helping individuals and businesses navigate the complexities of social interactions in the workplace. His unique insights stem from a career rich in diversity and a personal story that intertwines his understanding of ADHD with entrepreneurial success.   #ADHD #Entrepreneur #ADHDEntrepreneur #ADHDAdults #ADHDAwareness #Podcast #ADHDPodcast

Blake Eastman is a leading expert in nonverbal communication, founder of The Nonverbal Group, and a former adjunct psychology professor at the City University of New York. With a deep background in behavioral analysis, Blake has dedicated the past decade to studying human interactions, body language, and deception detection. Blake has worked with everyone from top executives to professional poker players, helping them decode unspoken cues and enhance their communication skills. Topics-Debunking myths and misconceptions of non-verbal behaviors-How to develop range as a coach-3 exercises to communicate with difficult people-Body language in peak performance -How to create psychological safety-Lessons learned from the largest poker study ever conductedDownload my FREE 60 minute Mindset Masterclass at www.djhillier.com/masterclassDownload my FREE top 40 book list written by Mindset Advantage guests: www.djhillier.com/40booksSubscribe to our NEW YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MindsetAdvantagePurchase a copy of my book: https://a.co/d/bGok9UdFollow me on Instagram: @deejayhillierConnect with me on my website: www.djhillier.com

Have you ever wondered how much of your communication happens without saying a word? In today's episode, I'm chatting with Blake Eastman, founder of The Nonverbal Group, behavioral researcher, former professional poker player, and absolute genius in understanding human behavior.Blake has a unique talent for unpacking the nuances of human interactions, helping you not just become a better entrepreneur but also a more connected and effective leader.Together, we explore how nonverbal communication can transform the way you build trust, close sales, and lead with confidence. Plus, Blake reveals the biggest complaint employees have about their bosses—and how to fix it.This conversation goes beyond body language—it's about stepping into your most aligned, impactful self in every interaction, whether on a webinar, in a virtual team meeting, or during a sales call.If you've ever felt unsure about how you present yourself as a leader or how to foster deeper connections in business, this episode will leave you inspired and ready to take action!Click play to hear all of this and:(00:03:49) How nonverbal cues can become your secret weapon to build trust and close more sales(00:04:27) How to spot key nonverbal signals when hiring the right talent(00:10:44) The secret that separates effective sales calls from the ones that miss the mark(00:13:19) Why authenticity is your superpower for winning more sales(00:16:58) The link between self-worth and selling—and why it's about more than your pitch(00:21:25) The biggest lessons poker can teach you about strategy and decision-making(00:30:05) Values vs. principles—and why principles might be the better focus for your business(00:44:56) How to make quick hiring decisions when they're necessary but not ideal(00:48:12) Nonverbal cues that reveal trustworthiness in candidates when hiring(00:48:51) How to evaluate fit during interviews and decide if a candidate complements your team(00:59:09) Contextual vs. literal communication styles—why understanding the difference is crucial for team dynamics(01:02:11) Why detailed responses matter for fostering better communication on your teamListen to Related Episodes:How to Create More Meaningful Relationships in BusinessHow to Become a More Effective Leader [Growth Challenge: Day 3]How to Create Team Systems and Operations That Simplify Scaling and GrowthConnect With Blake Eastman:Instagram: @blake_eastmanWebsiteNewsletter: https://nonverbalgroup.com/newsletterFor full show notes, visit jasminestar.com/podcast/episode517

The Knowledge Project closes 2024 with a look back at some of the best conversations of the year. Featuring interviews from some of our most downloaded episodes ever, this collection of conversations offers a variety of insights into finances and investing, improving your communication, marketing and positioning, business frameworks, health and nutrition, and how to beat death. This conversation features segments from finance expert and writer Morgan Housel, non-verbal psychologist Blake Eastman, marketing and positioning expert April Dunford, blueberry billionaire John Bragg, parenting extraordinaire Becky Kennedy, a billion dollar CEO Brad Jacobs, nutrition guru Rhonda Patrick, and the guy who is beating death, Bryan Johnson. Newsletter - The Brain Food newsletter delivers actionable insights and thoughtful ideas every Sunday. It takes 5 minutes to read, and it's completely free. Learn more and sign up at https://fs.blog/newsletter/ -- Upgrade — If you want to hear my thoughts and reflections at the end of the episode, join our membership: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://fs.blog/membership/⁠⁠ and get your own private feed. -- Follow me: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://beacons.ai/shaneparrish⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -- Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tkppodcast 00:00 - Intro 02:11 - Transform your finances (Morgan Housel) 12:00 - Transform your communication (Blake Eastman) 21:58 - Transform how you sell yourself (April Dunford) 32:51 - Transform your business philosophy (John Bragg) 44:24 - Transform your emotions and attitude (Becky Kennedy) 57:34 - Transform your business tactics (Brad Jacobs) 01:07:20 - Transform your nutrition (Dr. Rhonda Patrick) 01:17:57 - Transform your lifespan (Bryan Johnson)

This week I sit down with Blake Eastman from The Nonverbal Group, who's analyzed over 550,000 poker player blinks and is probably the world's top expert on human behavior. Most of what people think about reading tells is complete BS - Blake breaks down what actually works, why your "gut reads" are probably wrong, and how trying to hide tells often makes you more readable.We go deep into how different cultures communicate, why First World social dynamics are kind of messed up, and even a tell he caught on me in mixed games (fixing that one). His insights on behavior aren't just about poker - he's worked with major CEOs, can predict when relationships will fail, and understands how people tick in a way that's actually mind-blowing.One of my favorite parts was breaking down why people think they're good at reading others but are actually terrible at it. Also got into some fascinating stuff about how writing daily and understanding social patterns can transform your life.Looking to understand people better and improve your life at and away from the tables? This is the episode you need.Join The JungleVerse and sharpen your skills in a community built for winners: https://enterthejungleverse.com/Here is what you can expect to here on this video:Chapters:0:00 Intro & Blake Eastman's Background3:35 Why Most Poker Tell Books Are Wrong6:00 The Truth About Hand Movements & Behavior13:00 How People Give Themselves Away Through Concealment21:00 Live Tells vs Online Play Dynamics30:00 Real-World Applications of Behavior Reading42:00 Cultural Differences & Social Intelligence50:30 Understanding Charisma & Social Skills1:04:00 Corporate Leadership & Communication1:13:00 Dating & Relationship Dynamics1:23:00 The Power of Being Complete & Writing Daily1:29:00 Final Thoughts & Personal Tells

Are you really saying what you think you are without even speaking? In this episode of FOMO Sapiens, host Patrick J. McGinnis chats with Blake Eastman, founder of The Nonverbal Group, to explore how nonverbal communication shapes our interactions in business and beyond. Blake explains why common advice like, “always smile”, can be misleading and how understanding the context and perception of nonverbal cues is key to making meaningful connections. But it's not just about the signals you send; it's about how they're perceived. Blake offers insights into how business leaders and entrepreneurs can improve their communication by being more aware of the hidden messages they send and understanding the impact of perception. Whether you're pitching to investors or leading a team, learn how to master the unspoken side of communication and avoid sending the wrong signals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

 In this episode, Josselyne Herman-Saccio interviews Blake Eastman, founder of the Nonverbal Group. Blake shares his expertise in behavioral research and the importance of developing the muscle to be unmessablewith. He discusses his background as a professional poker player and how it influenced his risk tolerance and approach to life. Blake also shares personal experiences of overcoming challenges, including navigating difficult family dynamics and finding gratitude in the face of adversity.  Free Gift: Resilience Workshop with Neuroscientist Dr. Kathy Connor and Josselyne Herman-Saccio Join Blake's Newsletter for FREE tips and strategies.   Find Blake at: LinkedIn Instagram Connect With Me Website: beunmessablewith.com Instagram: @beunmessablewith Linkedin Facebook Email

In this exciting episode of Unlock Your Potential, I sit down with Blake Eastman, a renowned nonverbal communication expert and psychology specialist. Blake shares his journey of overcoming social anxiety as a child and how it propelled him into the fascinating world of poker. Discover the nuances of human interaction as Blake delves into the difference between computational and behavioral aspects of poker. He reveals how understanding non-verbal cues—especially in the age of Zoom—can significantly enhance your communication skills. We also explore the truth behind reading body language, the importance of expressing your desires, and the role of vulnerability in leadership. Blake provides actionable insights on how to notice without jumping to conclusions, ultimately empowering you to become a more effective leader and communicator.

Do you realize how much your body language influences the way others perceive you as a leader?  In this week's episode of Speak Like a CEO, Oliver Aust sits down with Blake Eastman, founder of The Nonverbal Group and School of Cards. As a former professional poker player, Blake mastered reading body language and high-stakes decision-making at the poker table.  He now applies these skills to help top executives and elite teams enhance their nonverbal communication – even though he is the first to admit that different games are played at the poker table and in the boardroom.  Blake reveals how the smallest facial expressions, gestures, and tones of voice can either amplify or detract from the message you're trying to convey.  Through his research and years of coaching, Blake emphasizes the power of alignment between what you say and how you say it.  Listeners will learn practical strategies for improving their own nonverbal communication, building trust, and communicating more authentically during virtual meetings.  By the end of the episode, you'll walk away with tools to build your leadership presence and communicate with confidence—without saying a word. Find out more about Blake Eastman at https://www.nonverbalgroup.com/ Do you want to speak with confidence, inspire your team, and accelerate your career? You can now enroll in the Speak Like a CEO Academy and work with Oliver over the next 90 days to become a top 1% communicator. https://speaklikeaceoacademy.com/

"We don't see things as they are, we see things as we are" (Anias Nin). I love this chat about the human condition with Blake Eastman and I love him. Such a great down-to-earth science communicator, with a gift to de-jargon-ise (my new word) and distil, what can be complicated concepts and topics, into relatable and easy-to-understanding stories and language. Like me, he's a Pracademic (an a real Academic). **Blake Eastman is the founder of The Nonverbal Group, his life has been dedicated to the study of Psychology and Nonverbal Behaviour and he has built several companies fuelled by a passion to better understand human behaviour. Blake was an adjunct Psychology Professor at the City University of New York for six years where he taught General Psychology, Developmental Psychology, and Group Dynamics. His academic roots are in forensic psychology with an emphasis on psychological testing. Enjoy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Most people are familiar with the saying, “actions speak louder than words.”  This week's guest explains how your actions, facial expressions, and even the tone of your voice can communicate a lot about you to your colleagues, clients, friends, and acquaintances.  Blake Eastman speaks to us on the topic of Nonverbal Communication and its important role in both professional and personal life.  He emphasizes the importance of context in this essential form of communication; clears up some misconceptions related to the topic; and explains how video and audio playback are vital to his work. Work with Danielle: If you are ready to start working with a life coach or just want to learn more about the impact that coaching can have in your life, visit Danielle's website at www.daniellemccombs.com and schedule a complimentary exploratory session.  Work with Kristy: You can work with Kristy one-on-one or hire her to speak with your team to improve workplace communication. Visit Kristy's website at www.kristyolinger.com   Kristy's Work Journal:  Work Journal — Kristy Olinger Guest's Website:  Nonverbal Group - Behavioral Research and Education   TALK BIG QUESTIONS Use these prompts to have the opposite of small talk in real life. Have you ever or would you consider recording yourself before a presentation, meeting or other work engagement in order to see how others see you? Was there something you heard in this episode that surprised you in terms of your communication style? Do you use or would you be open to using a journal or writing down your immediate thoughts following a professional engagement?  

Body language expert Blake Eastman debunks nonverbal myths and reveals how AI is revolutionizing our understanding of human behavior and communication! What We Discuss with Blake Eastman: Traditional body language "rules" (like crossed arms meaning resistance or eye movements indicating lying) are often oversimplified and unreliable. Context, individual differences, and cultural factors play a significant role in interpreting nonverbal behavior. Detecting lies through body language alone is not reliable. Even trained professionals struggle to accurately identify deception based solely on nonverbal cues. Social context and cultural norms greatly influence how we interpret and display nonverbal behavior. What's considered appropriate or meaningful in one culture may be perceived differently in another. AI and machine learning are being developed to analyze human behavior, including facial expressions, voice patterns, and other nonverbal cues. This technology has potential applications in various fields, including healthcare and communication. The development of AI that can read human behavior raises both exciting possibilities and ethical concerns that need to be carefully considered. And much more... Full show notes and resources can be found here: jordanharbinger.com/1024 This Episode Is Brought To You By Our Fine Sponsors: jordanharbinger.com/deals Sign up for Six-Minute Networking — our free networking and relationship development mini course — at jordanharbinger.com/course! Like this show? Please leave us a review here — even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter handle so we can thank you personally!

Blake Eastman of The Nonverbal Group teaches us how better understand non-verbal communication. In This Episode: 06:00 - Become an entrepreneurial extremist 09:00 - The false narrative 11:00 - Tax write-offs in business 15:00 - Essential business skills 19:00 - Understanding your values 20:30 - The 6-figure skill sets 24:30 - Making business leaps 26:30 - How to build a world-class course 31:00 - How to vet people 34:00 - The good and bad of labels 40:00 - Historical biases 43:00 - Echo chambers 47:30 - Entrepreneur turned teacher 49:00 - Body language vs non-verbal's 53:30 - Digital nuances 58:00 - We're all going to die 01:04:00 - Endurance athlete addicts 01:10:30 - A nonverbal communication masterclass 01:21:00 - How he used Tim Ferris to meet his wife 01:22:30 - Rapid fire questions 01:34:00 - Get a coach & focus The Health Hustle Newsletter - Marketing Gems for Health Brands⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Niche Test⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get all links, resources, and show notes at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.coreyhi.com/podcast/145

What are some common techniques for quantifying body language? How hard is it to identify poker "tells"? Are there any facial expressions or body movements that have universal meaning? What can be discerned about group dynamics just from watching a meeting over video call? What are the most common body language mistakes people make when going on dates or trying to make friends? What are the strongest indicators of charisma? How do people signal their social status? What are the most effective ways to deal with trolls? How valid is the concept of micro-expressions?Blake Eastman is the founder of The Nonverbal Group, a behavioral research and education company. With a focus on teaching high-level people skills, Eastman has coached executives and teams, and his company is building the world's largest database of contextually coded human interactions. He also founded Behavioral Robotics, an AI deep tech startup teaching machines to read human behavior, and he's known for conducting the largest behavioral study on poker players through his Beyond Tells project. Follow him on Instagram, Twitter / X, and LinkedIn; or email him at blake@nonverbalgroup.com.StaffSpencer Greenberg — Host / DirectorJosh Castle — ProducerRyan Kessler — Audio EngineerUri Bram — FactotumWeAmplify — TranscriptionistsAlexandria D. — Research and Special Projects AssistantMusicBroke for FreeJosh WoodwardLee RosevereQuiet Music for Tiny Robotswowamusiczapsplat.comAffiliatesClearer ThinkingGuidedTrackMind EasePositlyUpLift[Read more]

Blake Eastman, founder of The Nonverbal Group, and a former adjunct psychology professor and professional high stakes poker player joins me on this episode. Blake has been featured in major media outlets including CNN, Forbes, The New York Times, and ABC News. Topics we cover include the distinction between noticing and judging, the impact of poker on Blake's life, understanding body language, making behavioral changes, stoicism, and more. Get connected with Blake: Website: https://www.nonverbalgroup.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beastman/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eastman.blake Twitter: https://twitter.com/Blakeeastman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blake_eastman/ Leave a 5-star review with a comment on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/business-minds-coffee-chat/id1539014324  Subscribe to my Business Builder Newsletter: https://bit.ly/32y0YxJ  Want to learn how you can work with me to gain more clarity, build a rock-solid foundation for your business, and achieve the results and success you deserve? Visit http://jayscherrbusinessconsulting.com/ and schedule a 1:1 discovery coaching call. Enjoy, thanks for listening, and please share with a friend!

Knowledge Project Key Takeaways Check out the Knowledge Project Podcast Episode Page & Show NotesRead the full notes @ podcastnotes.orgBlake Eastman has dedicated his entire life to psychology and nonverbal behavior. In 2009 he founded The Nonverbal Group, a  behavioral research and education company in New York City which conducts large scale studies on human behavior and uses a wide range of technologies to systematically deconstruct and improve human communication. Eastman dives deep into a number of subjects revolving around how we communicate with one another, including the ability to read nonverbal cues, his thoughts on big talkers vs. silent types, how we can communicate with our partners without complaining, the value of watching ourselves communicate on video, understanding the power structures and social dynamics at work, and so much more.   Eastman has also served as an adjunct psychology professor at the City University of New York for six years where he taught General Psychology, Developmental Psychology, and Group Dynamics. He is also a former professional poker player and the founder of School of Cards, the first brick-and-mortar poker school in New York City. -- Want even more? Members get early access, hand-edited transcripts, member-only episodes, and so much more. Learn more here: https://fs.blog/membership/ Every Sunday our Brain Food newsletter shares timeless insights and ideas that you can use at work and home. Add it to your inbox: https://fs.blog/newsletter/ Follow Shane on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/ShaneAParrish Our Sponsors: MetaLab: Helping the world's top companies design, build, and ship amazing products and services. https://www.metalab.com Sidebar: Accelerate your career. https://www.sidebar.com/shane

Blake Eastman has dedicated his entire life to psychology and nonverbal behavior. In 2009 he founded The Nonverbal Group, a  behavioral research and education company in New York City which conducts large scale studies on human behavior and uses a wide range of technologies to systematically deconstruct and improve human communication. Eastman dives deep into a number of subjects revolving around how we communicate with one another, including the ability to read nonverbal cues, his thoughts on big talkers vs. silent types, how we can communicate with our partners without complaining, the value of watching ourselves communicate on video, understanding the power structures and social dynamics at work, and so much more.   Eastman has also served as an adjunct psychology professor at the City University of New York for six years where he taught General Psychology, Developmental Psychology, and Group Dynamics. He is also a former professional poker player and the founder of School of Cards, the first brick-and-mortar poker school in New York City. -- Want even more? Members get early access, hand-edited transcripts, member-only episodes, and so much more. Learn more here: https://fs.blog/membership/ Every Sunday our Brain Food newsletter shares timeless insights and ideas that you can use at work and home. Add it to your inbox: https://fs.blog/newsletter/ Follow Shane on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/ShaneAParrish Our Sponsors: MetaLab: Helping the world's top companies design, build, and ship amazing products and services. https://www.metalab.com Sidebar: Accelerate your career. https://www.sidebar.com/shane

This episode is also sponsored by PearsonRavitz– helping physicians protect their most valuable assets.  Also sponsored by Freed.AI - Get 50% off your first month of using their AI-powered medical scribe software! Just add PGD50 to your cart! In this year-end episode of The Physician's Guide to Doctoring, I revisit  top episodes that resonated with listeners as well as MYSELF. The episode highlights conversations on nonverbal communication in healthcare with Blake Eastman, the impact of tiny habits in patient care with Dr. BJ Fogg, sensitive approaches to discussing weight with Dr. Stephanie Sogg, and the use of humor in patient interactions with Scott Dikkers. I conclude with a note on upcoming content and schedule changes, emphasizing the show's commitment to enhancing physician-patient communication and personal growth. More on each episode: Nonverbal Communication from Behind the Mask with Blake Eastman Published Jun 17, 2020 Blake Eastman is a guest like no other we've had. He is a professional poker player and founded School of Cards, the first brick and mortar poker school in the country and is the creator of Beyond Tells, a poker tells training site. He has a graduate degree in psychology and taught psychology at the City University of New York for six years. While he was doing all of that, he also provided consulting services to physicians, practices, and hospitals regarding nonverbal communication and conducted large scale independent research on nonverbal communication. The current pandemic has hamstrung our ability to read nonverbal communication and convey it. We are either behind a mask or a blurry image on a telehealth visit. He teaches us what to prioritize with regards to our own nonverbal cues, how to optimize a telehealth visit, the importance of the cadence and volume of our speech, and cues for recognizing understanding. https://www.schoolofcards.com/ https://www.beyondtells.com/ @blakeeastman Size Matters Not: Tiny Habits for Big Changes with BJ Fogg, PhD Published Aug 12, 2020 This interview is one of my most important. If you are doing to share any of my episodes, this is one that I would implore you to share with your friends, family and colleagues. This is part 1 of 2 of my interviews with BJ Fogg, PhD, author of the book Tiny Habits: The Small Changes That Change Everything. We all struggle to change our behaviors, to develop good habits and stop bad habits. There is a lot of popular wisdom about this and most, if not all, is just wrong. This is where Dr. Fogg steps in. Dr. Fogg discovered the keys to changing behavior through changing habits. For those of you on medical school faculty, this should be a class. This should actually be taught in high school. Until then, as physicians, this information is critical, not just for lifestyle changes that can help patients eat better, move more, and smoke less, but even applies to checking their blood pressure and taking their medication. Popular wisdom is wrong. Guilt and shame are destructive. People don't start habits by feeling badly, they start habits by feeling successful. And we are more likely to be successful by starting a habit that is small, that we actually want to do, and the third key to this is a prompt that reminds you it is time to perform the behavior. If you are going to learn piano, you start with chopsticks. If you are going to start to exercise, you do one sit-up. The smallest increment that you can fall back on when you motivation is waning so you don't fall off the wagon completely and you keep your habit. And you do it at a point in your day that you can associate with the new behavior, even if they are completely unrelated. You'll have a reminder that is baked into your day. Dr. Fogg founded the Behavior Design Lab at Stanford University. In addition to his research, Dr. Fogg teaches industry innovators how human behavior really works. He created the Tiny Habits Academy to help people around the world and interestingly, the Tiny Habits Academy long preceded the Tiny Habits book. He lives in Northern California and Maui. He can be found at BJFOGG.com  and tinyhabits.com When and How to Discuss a Patient's Weight with Stephanie Sogg, PhD Published Jan 28, 2022 Back for her second appearance is Dr. Stephanie Sogg, a clinical psychologist who has been at the MGH Weight Center since 2003. One our previous episode, we discussed the importance of language when discussing someone's weight, so on this episode, we talk about when and how to bring it up. We talk about how body acceptance is actually important to sustained weight loss, although on the surface it may seem like a contradiction. We talk about the influence of sleep, mental health, and when it is time to make recommendations, what actually works. As with most things, it is complicated. Dr. Sogg earned her PhD in clinical psychology from Rutgers University in 1998 and completed a post-doctoral fellowship with Harvard Medical School. In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Sogg conducts research on obesity and bariatric surgery, and the intersection between obesity and addiction, and has published widely on obesity and related topics. She is an author of the Boston Interview for Bariatric Surgery, and of the official ASMBS Recommendations for the Pre-Surgical Psychosocial Evaluation of Bariatric Surgery Patients. She is the director of the Weight Center rotation for Behavioral Medicine psychology interns and is active in national and international scientific obesity and weight loss surgery societies. Learn to Make Your Patients Laugh with Scott Dikkers of The Onion Published Oct 19, 2021 Last month marked the 20th anniversary of 9/11. Two weeks after that tragic day, The Onion, the famed comedy newspaper, put out an issue with jokes about 9/11. How did they do that? Scott Dikkers, one of The Onion's founders teaches us how. His rule is that comedy is meant to “afflict the comfortable and comfort the afflicted.” That's why they put out that issue. To comfort the afflicted. As physicians, that's what we do! How can we be funny, even in the face of tragedy? Mr. Dikkers teaches comedy writing and has turned what seems unteachable into a science. He has described funny filters and all comedy fits into one of those filters. He teaches us which are the best for the exam room, how to recover from a failed joke, how to work humor into our office visits and lectures, and what jokes comedians can't use, but we can! Scott Dikkers founded the world's first humor website, TheOnion.com, in 1996. A few years earlier he helped found the original Onion newspaper. He's served as The Onion's owner and editor-in-chief, on and off, for much of the last quarter century.  He led The Onion's rise from small, unknown college humor publication to internationally respected comedy brand.  He is also a New York Times best seller, and Peabody Award winner.  He documented his process for creating humor in his book, How to Write Funny, and the second in the series, How to Write Funnier, and next on the way, How to Write Funniest, which are the basis of the Writing with The Onion program he created and teaches at The Second City Training Center in Chicago. Scott offers other courses and free resources for comedy writers on the How to Write Funny website. Did ya know…  You can also be a guest on our show? Please email me at brad@physiciansguidetodoctoring.com to connect or visit www.physiciansguidetodoctoring.com to learn more about the show! Socials: @physiciansguidetodoctoring on FB  @physicianguidetodoctoring on YouTube @physiciansguide on Instagram and Twitter

Blake Eastman is the founder of The Nonverbal Group.  His entire life has been dedicated to Psychology and Nonverbal Behavior and he has started several companies fueld by his passion to better understand human behavior.   He was formerly an adjunct psychology professor at the City University of New York for 6 years where he taught General Psychology, Developmental Psychology, and Group Dynamics. Blake's academic roots are in forensic psychology with an emphasis on psychological testing. He played poker professionally, and is the founder of School of Cards, the first brick-and-mortar poker school in New York City. The range of his experience as a poker educator is quite wide - from teaching players the difference between a straight and flush, to constructing higher level strategies in combating some of the toughest games, and players, in the world.

Join us on an enlightening journey as we sit down with Blake Eastman, a powerhouse in nonverbal research and behavioral science who has spent over a decade as a top poker coach. Eastman's unique insights into the complexities of social skills are shaped by his experience conducting the world's largest study on poker players, an exploration that has given him a distinctive perspective on coaching in today's multifaceted society. His transition from poker to nonverbal research wasn't a struggle but rather an evolution that we delve into in this episode.A personal revelation reshaped Blake's coaching style - accountability. As coaches, we need to step up and lead by example, practicing what we preach and holding ourselves accountable for our actions. This episode also explores the crucial role of accountability coaches, these unsung heroes who can drive us forward toward achieving our goals. Blake continues the conversation by respectfully underscoring the importance of learning from our failures and how this shapes our ability to be accountable, a humbling and empowering experience.*The upcoach podcast is produced by Ventures FM.*Episode Quotes:On making the jump from poker to nonverbal groupI've viewed them as separate, but they're very overlapped skill sets. The truth is I learned so much from coaching poker players at scale that I wouldn't be able to do the things that I'm doing now without all the technology and methodologies and everything that we develop for poker players. I really don't think the whole jump is that hard at all. I think it's something that gets in a lot of people's heads about, “Oh, I coach this kind of person, but I can't coach that kind of person.” The reality is, to some extent, there's truth in that, but the transition is a lot easier than people think.The one thing that made a really big impact on his ability to get clients resultsFirst, it's a mindset shift, and then it's tactics and application of that. So, I think the biggest shift came from me when I started to see that I'm responsible to my clients, not only on the 45-minute call or the 30-minute check-in but in their life between those moments.On adapting your framework to fit your clients' routinesI think a lot of coaches become lazy with their framework. They just do the same thing, and it's like, no, you got to figure out how do you produce results. Like, you come up with a methodology and like a four-part framework or seven phases and blah, blah, blah, and the reality is not everybody fits into the freaking seven-phase thing that you came up with, and not every culture is the same, and not every person is the same, and you want to have structure but I think part of the aspect of being a world-class coach or let's say, top .01%, is to be able to read the dynamic and quickly adapt your framework and do what's going to work for them. The ability to be dynamic outside of your rigid framework is what allows you to get to the top, in my opinion. Show Links:Blake Eastman on LinkedInBlake Eastman on FacebookBlake Eastman on TwitterBlake Eastman on InstagramBlake Eastman on YouTubeThe Nonverbal Group

Have you ever had a conversation that changed the course of your life? It can happen anytime and anywhere, as long as you're speaking with the right person.   In today's episode, we explore the power of connections and how they can shape our journey. Our guest, Blake Eastman, is a behavioral expert, entrepreneur, and founder of The Non-Verbal Group. Kevin and Blake delve into the pivotal relationships that have influenced Blake's life and career. From his enigmatic mentor, Andrew, who challenged his perspective on success, to the deep bonds formed through mastermind groups, and the profound influence of his wife, Molly, Blake shares the moments and insights that have led him to his current success. Discover how meaningful connections can be the catalyst for personal and professional growth, and how technology can deepen these connections in our modern world.   This conversation covers financial wisdom, the value of true friendship, and the extraordinary potential of authentic connections. Join us as we unlock the secrets to building million-dollar relationships that can change your life.   [00:00 – 12:53] Unlocking the Power of People Skills ·      Blake Eastman's company, The Non-Verbal Group, specializes in teaching nuanced people skills using video and AI technology. ·      Blake's life was significantly influenced by a mentor named "Andrew," who emphasized entrepreneurial freedom and decision-making. ·      The importance of relationships in business, from enduring entrepreneurial challenges with friends to finding value in mastermind groups. ·      Blake values curated gatherings like influence dinners and guardian-led groups for connecting with like-minded individuals and fostering meaningful conversations.   [12:54 – 23:01] Fostering Growth and Success The value of mastermind groups: Investing in and participating in mastermind groups can have a significant impact on personal and professional growth. The power of meaningful relationships: Deep and supportive friendships and connections can lead to fundamental shifts in one's life and career. Learning from mentors: Mentors like Joe Polish can introduce you to new ideas and opportunities, inspiring you to take action. Relationships shape your life: The people you surround yourself with influence your thoughts, actions, and overall direction in life. Choose your connections wisely.   [23:02 – 24:09] Closing Statements Follow Blake on LinkedIn and Facebook. Also, be sure to check his webpage at https://www.Nonverbalgroup.com and https://www.Nonverbalgroup.com/newsletter   Thanks for tuning in!    If you liked my show, please LEAVE A 5-STAR REVIEW, like, and subscribe!    Find me on the following streaming platforms: Apple Spotify Google Podcasts IHeart Radio Stitcher     Tweetable Quotes   "I feel every day is an opportunity to start building more [relationships], 'cause at the end of my dad's life, or when he's going through something really hard, he's not going to remember anything that's like you'd think you'd remember. You remember the relationships and the experiences that you have with people." - Blake Eastman   "Use these social tools and use all technology that's around us to amplify your impact in the world and amplify the connections that you make with others and the friendships that you have with other people." - Blake Eastman    

Unleash the power of nonverbal communication to boost your productivity and success with Blake Eastman, a distinguished behavioral scientist and founder of The Nonverbal Group. Discover how to decode body language, manage stress and anxiety, and enhance your communication and collaboration skills in any environment. Get ready to master the art of nonverbal communication and […]

If you could have the magical power to read people, what they were thinking and feeling, would you want that ability? I imagine it'd be a mixed blessing. There are times when we really want to be able to read people better. And… there may be times when ignorance is bliss! Regardless, it is important to improve our skills at following cues, reading nonverbal behavioral patterns, and finding relevant ways to factor in context to better understand people, as you'll soon hear. My guest, Blake Eastman (https://www.nonverbalgroup.com/), describes three focal points of his life as: poker, psychology, and nonverbal behavior. He has taught at the college level, he has played poker professionally, and he's coached professional poker players on how to read people to increase the likelihood of winning. I am certain you will find him and his subject fascinating as I did! So, listen in as Blake shares his expertise with me on reading people.

Blake Eastman is the founder of The Nonverbal Group, a long-time professional poker player, and the creator of "Beyond Tells," the largest behavioral study ever conducted on poker players. Blake's passion is using visual feedback to teach leaders and teams how to better interpret nonverbal signals and monitor the information that their body gives off. In this conversation, Blake and Chris demonstrate how to master your communication, on and off the poker table. You will learn how to read the nuances of human emotion, have deeper awareness in social situations, and create greater alignment between your presentation and your intended message. For the video, transcript, and show notes, visit https://forcingfunctionhour.com/blake-eastman.

Human behavior in its many-nuanced forms governs every social interaction that we have. So many of our interactions and communications are nonverbal, and both sides depend on perceptions and context clues to make meaning out of those interactions. This aspect of human psychology is fascinating, and we are jumping into this topic on today's show. Join us to hear more from today's guest!Blake Eastman is the founder of The Nonverbal Group, which he started in NYC in 2009 as a behavioral research and education company. Through their large scale studies to record, dissect, and study human behavior, they help entrepreneurs, executives, and poker players understand the human psychology of reading people. Blake's background includes a stint as an adjunct psychology professor at City University of New York (CUNY) and time spent playing poker professionally. Show Highlights:What The Nonverbal Group does–and how it applies to real lifeHow The Nonverbal Group originated from Blake's childhood experience with anxiety about social interactions and his later frustration with the academic constraints around psychologyWhy Blake calls video “the main reality” in reading peopleWhy reading people's behavior has more to do with the invisible social norms than their movements and mannerismsHow most of human interaction comes down to perceptionWhat it means to control the context around you and control the narrativeHow social media is impacting human behaviorHow artificial intelligence is playing into human behavior and interactions–and how things will change in the next few years Why Blake can't help “noticing” what people do in every social situationHow someone can improve the perception of themselves in the entrepreneurial spaceWhy much of our anxiety and stress come from how we perceive ourselves in social interactionsFoundational tips from Blake about showing up on video and communicating effectivelyBlake's best tips for Saturday night poker playersResourcesConnect with Dr. Paulvinhttps://doctorpaulvin.com/Connect with BlakeWebsiteVisit their website to find out more about The Social Edge, a new 90-day program beginning January 10, 2023.

TODAY´S EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE FLOW RESEARCH COLLECTIVE Are you an entrepreneur, a leader, or a knowledge worker, who wants to harness the power of flow so you can get more done in less time with greater ease and accomplish your boldest professional goals faster? If you´ve answered this question with “hell yes” then our peak-performance training Zero to Dangerous may be a good fit for you. If this sounds of interest to you all you need to do is go to getmoreflow.com right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon.    ABOUT THE GUEST: Blake Eastman is the owner and founder of The Nonverbal Group. He is also the creator of Beyond Tells and was an Adjunct Psychology Professor at the City University of New York. Blake's entire life has been dedicated to three things. Psychology, Poker, and Nonverbal Behavior.   ABOUT THE EPISODE:  In this episode, you will learn about: Intro (0:00) Getting Into The Psychology of Poker (2:18) Measuring Data from Poker Players (6:55) Managing Peak & Down States (10:23) How Sleep Affects Arousal & Judgement (13:27) Thought Patterns of Underslept People (15:50) Developing Intimate Relationship With Clients (19:42) Finding Meaning in High-Risk Situations (23:34) Metrics for Burnout & Lack of Motivation (27:49) The Myth of The Poker Face (31:44) Metrics of Flow in Poker (39:34) Performance Practices For Getting Into Flow (41:35) Rewriting Maslow's Hierarchy (47:54) The Dark Side of Flow (49:41) Re-aligning with Values (55:33) Exercising Cognitive Empathy (58:13) Mechanisms of Social Perception in People (1:01:04)   Social Media Handles LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beastman/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eastman.blake Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blake_eastman Twitter: https://twitter.com/Blakeeastman ‍ STEVEN KOTLER is a New York Times bestselling author, award-winning journalist, and Founder and Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective. He is one of the world's leading experts on human performance. His books include The Art of Impossible, Stealing Fire, and The Rise of Superman. His work has been translated into over 40 languages and appeared in over 100 publications, including the New York Times Magazine, Wall Street Journal, TIME, Wired, Atlantic Monthly, The Harvard Business Review and Forbes.

BJ and Dell have a conversation with Blake Eastman about his work with Beyond Tells including the introduction of AI to help analyze large datasets to identify behaviors. https://www.tbstb.com/pod051 for shownotes - while you're there, subscribe and support the show. One big blind is all we ask! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theblindstealingtheblinds/support

This post and podcast episode contain affiliate links for Beyond Tells. When you use our links we receive referral commissions when you enroll in the program. We are extremely selective with who we partner with, and are committed to recommending only the highest quality products and services that will benefit our listeners. Thank you for supporting the show!  Blake Eastman didn't believe that poker tells had much (if any) value.  Even as an adjunct psychology professor and founder of the behavioral research company The Nonverbal Group, he fell into the camp that believed old-school pros overvalued physical tells, and that betting patterns and game theory were all that really mattered.  However, being the researcher at heart he decided to put this theory to the test. To do this, he funded his own research study, where 79 players were filmed over the course of many hours of play.  After painstakingly analyzing the data over hundreds of hours, Blake found nothing. He watched film from players who were weak and found nothing. He watched film from players who were strong and found nothing. Just as he was about to give up, he decided to look at the data in a different light, and finally found the breakthrough he was looking for.  Blake had finally cracked the live poker tells code, and he's gone on to consult with players in the biggest games in the world and helped significantly increase their edge in those games. He's also packaged everything he learned from that study, and everything he's learned since then, into his Beyond Tells course.  In this episode, Blake joins the show to discuss his journey from “Tells Skeptic” to “Tells Consultant”, and explains why Beyond Tells is so much different from every other book or course on poker tells in the market. Click here to get the full show notes and resources from this week's episode

Poker is unlike a lot of other endeavors where, you put the work in, and you can pretty much see results along a linear path. BJ has a conversation with Blake Eastman of School of Cards to discuss the factors that go into developing and sticking to your own personal study plan. We talk all the time on this show about bridging the gap between theory and application - this episode hits directly at the core of this concept! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theblindstealingtheblinds/support

Hello and welcome to Difficult Conversations with Dr. Anthony Orsini. Today, I have as my guest, Dr. Bradley Block, an Otolaryngologist, Head and Neck Surgeon, and partner at ENT and Allergy Associates in Long Island, NY. He is also host and creator of the very successful, Physician’s Guide to Doctoring Podcast. His podcast interviews physicians and non-physician experts to help teach us as he says, “What we should have been learning while we were memorizing Krebs cycle.” The Physician’s Guide to Doctoring is a practical guide for practicing physicians, physicians in training, and all allied health professionals. Topics range from personal finance, to politics, to improving interactions with patients. Dr. Block starts by telling us about what he’s learned from his podcast guests and specifically there’s been a lot of discussion on physician burnout. He tells us about saying “yes” to the few things you are passionate about, “no” to everything else, and the importance of building relationships. Dr. Orsini and Brad also share stories about the importance of getting along with patients and team members, how banter builds relationships and referrals, and how important patient experience and patient satisfaction scores are today. Brad shares a story about how the patient is the star of the show and he tells us a great quote that relates to humor. . Dr. Orsini talks about the importance of just being a genuine person and finding commonality with people, and Dr. Block stresses how important it is to know the names of people, their family members, and little things about them. We learn about a guest Brad had on his podcast, Blake Eastman, who talked about interest and authority, which are two things he thought were key to nonverbal communication. Dr. Orsini mentions a book worth checking out by Amy Cuddy and the interesting things she found out about nonverbal language. Brad shares great advice of how “the patient is the star of the show.” We end with Dr. Block telling us the most difficult type of conversation he’s had and shares some incredible advice. If you enjoyed this podcast, please hit the subscribe button to find out more about what we do and how we teach communication. Host: Dr. Anthony OrsiniGuest:Dr. Bradley BlockSponsor:Sponsor:Veritus by Freedom InstituteFor More Information:The Orsini WayThe Orsini Way-FacebookThe Orsini Way-LinkedinThe Orsini Way-InstagramThe Orsini Way-TwitterIt’s All In The Delivery: Improving Healthcare Starting With A Single Conversation by Dr. Anthony OrsiniResources Mentioned:Physician’s Guide to Doctoring PodcastPhysician’s Guide to Doctoring Podcast TwitterPhysician’s Guide to Doctoring FacebookPresence: Bringing Your Boldest Self to Your Biggest Challenges by Amy Cuddy“Nonverbal Communication from Behind the Mask” with Blake Eastman

Every poker player knows that understanding your opponents tells by reading their nonverbal cues is a huge advantage. But how do you know if your reads are right? This is Blake Eastman's passion and focus. He led the largest behavioral study ever on poker players and has built his business by giving others one of the biggest edges available at the poker table. Blake doesn't play in as many tournaments as he used to, but still has an impressive $200k in career cashes with a 4th place finish in the 5K 6-Max and a very deep run in the 2016 WSOP Main Event. He has been coaching poker players for over a decade and is the Founder of the School of Cards. He's also the Founder of the behavioral research company The Nonverbal Group, and was an Adjunct Psychology Professor at the City University of New York. In this episode, Blake joins the podcast to share what he's learned about nonverbal behaviors, how poker players at all levels — including high stakes players — can improve their reads, and how to tell the difference between what an opponent is telling you and what they are trying to conceal from you with their emotions and physical behaviors. Key Takeaways Understanding cognitive empathy and the actual reason why someone is experiencing an emotion. Why poker players use concealment strategies to gain an advantage and when you should pay attention to those behaviors - and when you shouldn't. How variations in an opponent's voice aren't always the tells that you should be looking for at the poker table. Why it's important to have a systematic process for determining what information is helpful and the information that isn't useful. Get Access to the Show Notes To get access to the full show notes, including all the resources mentioned during the interview, visit BeyondPoker.com/16 Check Us Out On:  BeyondPoker.com Wayne Yap on Instagram Nick Howard on Instagram Nick Howard on Twitter PokerDetox.com

In a world of lockdowns, isolation, and remote work, communication skills are more important than ever. Whether it's communicating with your team or catching up with friends and family, virtual spaces are where connection happens in today's world.  While this may feel like a massive shift, the principles of good communication stay the same.  It’s not just what you say but how you say it with tone and body language. Zoom calls are here to stay, so we invited Blake Eastman of The Nonverbal Group to share some tips and tricks to get you on the path to better video calls. Struggling to keep your employees engaged in your virtual meetings? Don’t be a snooze fest! Check out this episode for some insight into where you might be going wrong—and how to fix it. Blake and his team are the experts on body language, especially when it comes to business. Not only does The Nonverbal Group research what makes great communication, but Blake coaches executives and business owners on how to make theirs better. Listen to this episode to learn more. Click here to get the full show notes and resources from this week's episode

Blake Eastman is a guest like no other we’ve had. He is a professional poker player and founded School of Cards, the first brick and mortar poker school in the country and is the creator of Beyond Tells, a poker tells training site. He has a graduate degree in psychology and taught psychology at the City University of New York for six years. While he was doing that all of that, he also provided consulting services to physicians, practices, and hospitals regarding nonverbal communication and conducts large scale independent research on nonverbal communication. The current pandemic has hamstrung our ability to read nonverbal communication and convey it. We are either behind a mask or a blurry image on a telehealth visit. He teaches us what to prioritize with regards to our own nonverbal cues, how to optimize a telehealth visit, the importance of the cadence and volume of our speech, and cues for recognizing understanding. https://www.schoolofcards.com/ https://www.beyondtells.com/ @blakeeastman

Guest:  Leslie Eastman, contributor to Legal Insurrection.......We will discuss the latest on the CoronaVirus.........plus Blake Eastman will update us on his school plans.......and more stories...... Please check our blog or follow me on Twitter...... Check Carlos Guedes' schedule this week in Dallas.......  

Body language expert discusses how one of the most powerful advantages in business is having accountability through a coach.

On the Muscle Medicine Podcast, we usually talk about how to rehab, train, and feed the muscle. You may have noticed a connection between these topics and how we hold ourselves when we are interacting with others. Body Language is really just another aspect of muscle memory and training, the implications of which have profound effects on how we communicate with others. Blake Eastman is the owner and founder at The Nonverbal Group, a behavioral research group in New York City. He is an expert at reading body language, a skill that helps him immensely when sitting at the poker table but also makes him an indispensable resource for understanding how we physically impact the way we communicate with other people. Understanding how you present yourself to others, often unconsciously, through body language goes a far way in building and maintaining important interpersonal and professional relationships. Throughout this interview, Blake shares some ways that others may see you based on small things that you may not even realize you’re doing. Blake also provides some great tips to get your communication game back on track. Have you noticed a connection between your body language and how you communicate? Tell us about it in the comments on the episode page!   In this episode: How understanding body language and patterns of behavior affect how others see you How someone’s physical posturing affects how they interact with a team Actionable tips you can start taking if you don’t think that you’re a good communicator The limitations of personality inventories and why labels are misleading What makes a smile genuine How body language differs among elite athletes and other high performers Harnessing your body language to create a good and effective style of leadership   Quotes: “When you talk to someone, you’re viewing that person’s behavior through your own lens, through your own filters, through society. When I look at people, I try to take an evaluative approach where I’m looking at them how like ten people would approach it.” [5:40] “We don’t understand the why behind why people are behaving the way they are. We see someone walking down the street and they look weird, we just process it as weird, dangerous or not dangerous. But the reality is, if sometimes you give the people the ‘why’ of why they’re behaving a certain way, it makes much more sense.” [7:06] “We go to the gym to work out. We work on our health, we work on all these aspects of our life. But people don’t really work on their communication. It’s not something you diligently look at and a lot of problems in life and a lot of issues are stemming from that.” [18:07] “Like anything else, it takes work to look why you are the way that you are and then to re-engineer it in the way that makes the most sense for what you need to do. But the cool thing is you have 100% control of this.” [21:05] “There’s different styles of leadership that demand certain styles of communication. Some work, some don’t work. Some work but everybody hates you, but your company’s doing really well. Some everybody loves you, but his company’s not doing so well. Some you’re not taken seriously, some you are. It’s a spectrum of how you’re actually interacting with people and it’s all about what you choose.” [40:07]   Links: The Nonverbal Group Follow Blake Eastman on Linkedin | Instagram | Twitter Landmark Forums Tony Robbins   Check out the full show notes for this episode here Urban Wellness Clinic Follow Emily & Urban Wellness on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube

In this episode, Blake Eastman, founder of The Nonverbal Group, creator of Beyond Tells, and owner of The School of Cards, talks about the largest study ever conducted on the behavior of poker players. Elliot and Blake discuss how to integrate this new information into your game and why the use of tells isn't for everyone. Listen in to hear a psychology expert share some tips and tricks that you can implement immediately to have an advantage over your live opponents. Visit The Mindset Advantage Podcast or find us on iTunes to subscribe, visit previous episodes, and learn more about your host, Elliot Roe.  Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:50 – Introducing Blake, the founder of The Nonverbal Group, creator of Beyond Tells, and owner of School of Cards 00:55 – He was a psychology professor and now uses that knowledge and data to help people understand the use of tells in the game 01:23 – He started playing poker in his teens and his work now combines his three main passions – poker, nonverbal behavior, and teaching 02:25 – Blake was anti-behavior and anti-tells before, but after Beyond Tells his perspective changed 03:06 – Information on Beyond Tells 03:08 – It is the largest study ever conducted on the behavior of poker players; things like blink rate were recorded 03:55 – They found that the quantitative approach is useless but the qualitative results have been game-changing 04:22 – The poker community has been wrong about how they read tells – the results have found that qualitative patterns tell the most 04:57 – They've designed frameworks and approaches to identify who to watch, when, and how so you can integrate that into your game 05:30 – Video is necessary to analyze spots 05:50 –Blake's “A-ha!” moment – when he realized the data was useful and he had been wrong 06:05 – He was in the office looking at footage and implemented the “grounding theory,” where you code the data without a hypothesis 06:30 – He was watching a specific player and saw correlations between his hand movements and range 06:51 – He started noticing the same thing with other players and live at the table; poker tells can be taught, they aren't just an inherent skill 07:30 – How Blake teaches the skill to students 07:35 – First, students must understand and know the body can give off information, then that can be prioritized into a system 08:00 – They can establish feedback loops for players 09:20 – What you can pick up in a small amount of time 09:35 – Predictive models allow for you to follow a player using common patterns 10:27 – The system allows for you to know, not think, where another player is weak 11:15 – Which players to read 11:30 – It depends on the players, but is still beneficial even if you can only read one player 12:18 – He teaches people to go after certain spots and opportunities so behaviors can define and guide as to when to make certain moves 12:43 – Working with the greatest minds in poker 13:05 – He doesn't want the highest echelons knowing his techniques because he plays with them 14:04 – On his work with Nonverbal Group and the power of perspective 14:35 – He sees a difference between mindset and mental game; he sees mindset as an approach and mental game as on-table optimization 14:50 – You must fix the foundation (mindset) before working on anything else 15:35 – On the game moving fast 15:50 – At the top it moves fast, but most games move slow; there's a media bias and the local card room isn't represented 17:42 – Lower-level players are still not up to date on higher-level information about the game 18:00 – Reading behavior and tells is for a specific kind of player, not just anyone 19:04 – On what Beyond Tells does 19:11 – They focus on live, no-limit Hold ‘Em and have a serious of programs depending on what the player needs, but mechanics need to be established first 20:10 – The course is embedded with his knowledge of psychology 23:36 – A tip for listeners: Pay attention to the hands 23:50 – Pick one or two players and focus on their hands pre-flop; see what they do right before and right after 24:12 – Increase your awareness 25:15 – High-level players want to know timing tells but there are more interesting tells to analyze 26:26 – A final tip for listeners: Embedded concealment strategies make it easier to pay attention to them 27:00 – Blake's plans 27:06 – He's going to Aussie Millions and WSOP 27:28 – He's learning and understanding other player's spots; he's using his own findings to improve his game 3 Key Points The qualitative results Blake has found are game-changing. You must master the foundations of poker before studying behavior and tells. A player's hands tell a lot – pick a player or two and see what their hand say. Contact/Resources Beyond Tells - Training Website Poker Mind Coach – Elliot's Coaching Website Credits Podcast Production by Podcastily

When it comes to poker tells, there are few on this Earth more knowledgable than Blake Eastman. It's not just that he's dedicated his life to the serious scientific study of nonverbal and verbal tells in poker. It's not just that he's an accomplished player in his own right. Eastman, with his Beyond Tells training site, has armed hundreds of poker players with a serious edge over their competition when it comes to reading live tells. He's on the podcast this week to announce the exciting evolution of his Beyond Tells research: the largest study ever on the behavior of poker players.

Blake Eastman is the founder of the Nonverbal Group, a company that does research and teaches courses on nonverbal communication. He also was a professional poker player and founder School of Cards for teaching poker skills. We speak about theories how people actually "read" each other and what you should know about how you communicate without words. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Blake Eastman is the founder of The Nonverbal Group, a behavioral based research and education company located in New York City. Formerly an adjunct professor at the City University of New York for 7 years, Blake has dedicated his life to...

Blake Eastman is the founder of The Nonverbal Group, a behavioral based research and education company located in New York City. Formerly an adjunct professor at the City University of New York for 7 years, Blake has dedicated his life to understanding human behavior and teaching it to others. He has taught thousands throughout his live trainings at The Nonverbal Group, giving his participants the tools necessary to learn how to better interpret nonverbal signals from others and monitor the information that their body is giving off. His signature training style incorporates multiple cameras/footage as a method for displaying visual feedback loops to reinforce behavior.  In addition to his research on nonverbal communication, Blake played poker professionally for many years and founded School of Cards, the first brick-and- mortar poker school in New York City. He is also the creator of Beyond Tells, a behavioral based online training program for poker players. Blake has created numerous companies & training programs, all fueled by his passion to better understand human behavior and its practical application in the real world. 

Blake Eastman is the founder of The Nonverbal Group, a behavioral based research and education company located in New York City. Formerly an adjunct professor at the City University of New York for 7 years, Blake has dedicated his life to...

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Discover effective body language techniques to use in the workplace, in job interviews and dating with non-verbal communication expert Blake Eastman. This has been Episode 60 of the Stand Out Get Noticed podcast with Christina Canters. ABOUT THE C METHOD: We help ambitious professionals and business leaders achieve higher levels of confidence, influence and impact in the workplace through developing powerful speaking and communication skills. OUR PROGRAMS: Love the podcast and want more? Join The C Method Academy and get exclusive access to 200+ podcast episodes, monthly Masterclasses, live Q&A calls & our support community. Join now https://thecmethod.com/join Want to take your development to the next level? Apply for Speak Up & Lead, our small group online coaching program https://thecmethod.com/groupcoaching Want individual attention and customised training? Enquire about our VIP 1:1 coaching programs https://thecmethod.com/coaching/ The post Simple & Effective Body Language Techniques with Blake Eastman [Episode 60] appeared first on The C Method with Christina Canters.

In this week’s episode of The CEO Warrior Podcast, Mike Agugliaro interviews Blake Eastman who is the founder of the non-verbal group which has an educational and research facility based in New York. They study human behavior over the course of hundreds of hours and build systems which break down and explain the non-verbal human behavior.  He also deals with psychology and poker.

**Summary:** In Episode #196 Ari interviews [Blake Eastman](https://www.linkedin.com/in/beastman), the founder of [The Nonverbal Group](http://www.nonverbalgroup.com/)—a group of academics and professionals who are dedicated to conducting research on nonverbal communication. Listen as Ari and Blake talk about building the largest database of human behavior. **Special Announcements:** ## [Leave Us a Review!](https://geo.itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ari-meisel-less-doing/id605938952?mt=2&uo=6) Hey Less Doing Podcast Listeners, we want to hear from YOU! Visit us on iTunes and leave a review or subscribe to the podcast if you're not already a dedicated follower. **Time Stamped Show Notes:** - 16:00 – Introduction of Blake Eastman - 16:28 – The nonverbal group started through frustration in the process of publishing academic research – was too slow and bureaucratic. - 17:16 – First studies conducted in 2008 when the group set up a bunch of blind dates and observed them. - 18:00 – Their goal is to create the largest database of human behavior. - 19:23 – The average person has no concept of what they look like in a social situation. - 20:19 – People are constantly regulating their behavior in social interactions which creates an incongruence from their subconscious. - 21:18 – Blake's group aims to remove some regulations instead of adding them. Getting an individual to be authentic is a hard step. - 22:03 – Blake explains how self-dialogue hinders an individual's ability to be present in a situation. - 23:36 – Largest behavioral study ever, the group brought in poker players and recorded them from different angles – over two years they analyzed their behavior meticulously. - 24:10 – The scientific model of grounding theory in large studies - 27:07 – Offshore workers are more adept at keeping focus when counting monotonous things like blinks. - 28:00 – The nonverbal group treats individual as their own puzzle instead of generalizing certain behaviors as universal. - 30:02 – Blake finds that not holding back makes him a much better communicator. He'll address behavior immediately. - 32:38 – To lower anxiety during presentations, it's prudent to treat it more like an interactive conversation. - 34:49 – Blake describes his “Wizard Principle” to catch people's attention during a presentation. - 37:27 – It's important to tailor your perspective to an audience during a presentation. - 38:11 – Everyone overestimates how much other people pay attention to them. - 39:51 – According to Blake, people should express themselves much more often. - 40:23 – It's good to have a mentality of “never put stuff down.” Finish what you start no matter how small. ** 3 Key Points:** 1. The Nonverbal Group is dedicated to building the largest human behavior database and sharing the academic findings in the future. They also offer classes to teach reading human body language. 2. Getting an individual to be their authentic self is probably the hardest step. 3. Generally, people overestimate how much other people pay attention to them, underestimate the value of their expressed thought, and don't finish things that they don't get right the first time. **Resources Mentioned:** - [Beyond Tells](https://beyondtells.com/) – Creating a new breed of poker through tell training, research and analysis - [The Nonverbal Group](http://www.nonverbalgroup.com/about) – Blake Eastman's social science group - [Capitan](https://t.co/g01G56TY2X) – AI powered shopping list - [Solid](https://t.co/sfeuvolXG5) – Automates Your Meetings To Get The Most Out Of Them - [Howdy](https://t.co/GFu4saQ8Bg) - Your new digital coworker for Slack! - [ResumUP](https://t.co/ajUFJFTD8F) – Website that converts your resume into an infographic - [Amino](https://t.co/xHxlDu3MhE) - Make more confident decisions about your health care - [Neutun](https://t.co/IDo66F9pkB) - Smartwatch app for tracking seizures - [Website](https://t.co/FX4BwTIGg9) - Hyper-local alerts target --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lessdoing/message

People get so concerned with nailing their presentation that they forget to be natural and comfortable, and it’s that anxiety that produces behaviours that make them less effective. This week I am thrilled to be sharing with you the secrets of body language hacker, former professional poker player and serial entrepreneur Blake Eastman. Ever wondered […] The post Episode 22: Body Language Secrets – Simple Tricks For Getting Confident, Building Trust & Reading People’s Minds! Interview with Blake Eastman of The Nonverbal Group appeared first on Design Draw Speak.