To create a positive message at “first touch,” here are a dozen tips to keep in mind: 1. When shaking hands, look directly into the other person’s eyes. 2. Smile. 3. Stand when being introduced to someone and when extending your hand. 4. Make sure your right hand is free to shake hands. Always shift [...]
The Truthy Project Seaks Out Deception on Twitter
In an era of digital deception, scientists at Indiana University are using Twitter to investigate the nature of truth, lies and politics. WSJ’s Robert Lee Hotz reports.
Statement Deception In Hotel Reviews
Cornell University researcher Jeff Hancock and his colleagues have developed software that successfully unmasks fake online hotel reviews. Hancock tells Laura Sullivan, guest host of weekends on All Things Considered, that too many bogus ratings could undermine the system. “It gets at the very basic idea of what these reviews are about: trust,” Hancock says. [...]
Body Language Mistakes That Can Cost You A Job
Your perfectly manicured résumé, flawless cover letter and brilliant responses to tough interview questions might make you a strong job candidate—but forget to smile, slouch in your chair or fail to make eye contact during the interview, and you could be out of the running. “A candidate can give out thousands of cues within the [...]
Pressed Lips: A Sign of Anxiety Or Anger
U.S. Rep. Anthony Weiner, R-NY, speaks during a town hall meeting at the Howard Beach Senior Center Monday, Aug. 10, 2009 in the Queens borough of New York.
Lie Spotting: A Book Primer With Pamela Meyer
Pamela Meyer has a great book out called “Lie Spotting”. I really recommend it. If you want to access some training videos on how to detect lies and catch deception, you can visit my training course site “Liar M.O.” here. (videos and pictures are a great way to learn to detect deceit)




