What if someone told you that your behavior was controlled by a powerful, invisible force? Most of us would be skeptical – but it’s largely true. Most of our communication is unconscious and we’re constantly transmitting and receiving signals of which we’re unaware. Studies show that these constant inputs drive the great majority of our decisions about what to do next – and we only become conscious of the decisions after we start acting on them.

Many may find that disturbing. But the implications for leadership are profound.

In this provocative yet practical talk, renowned leadership speaking coach and communication expert Nick Morgan highlights recent research that shows how humans are programmed to respond to hidden cues – subtle gestures, sounds, and signals – that elicit emotion. He then provides a clear, useful framework of seven “power cues” that will be essential for any leader in business, the public sector, or almost any context. You’ll learn crucial skills, from measuring nonverbal signs of confidence, to the art and practice of gestures and vocal tones, to figuring out what your gut is really telling you.