Ep. 274 - Human Element Series - How a Ballet Dancer and AI Can Improve Your Nonverbals with Rachel Cossar

Ep. 274 - Human Element Series - How a Ballet Dancer and AI Can Improve Your Nonverbals with Rachel Cossar

Author: Social-Engineer, LLC September 9, 2024 Duration: 31:11

Today we are joined by Rachel Cossar. Rachel is a leader in the field of nonverbal communication and leadership presence facilitation. As a former nationally ranked athlete and professional ballet dancer, Rachel has a knack of translating unique skills into relatable business skills and competencies.

 

Virtual Sapiens comes as an evolution of Rachel's combined work as founder of Choreography for Business, a nonverbal communication consulting firm as well as a faculty member with Mobius Executive Leadership and as a leadership presence facilitator with Ariel Group. Rachel has worked with leaders from GE, BCG, Pfizer, Accenture, McKinsey, HBS and more. [Sept 9, 2024]

 

00:00 - Intro

00:17 - Intro Links

-          Social-Engineer.com - http://www.social-engineer.com/

-          Managed Voice Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/vishing-service/

-          Managed Email Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/se-phishing-service/

-          Adversarial Simulations - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/social-engineering-penetration-test/

-          Social-Engineer channel on SLACK - https://social-engineering-hq.slack.com/ssb

-          CLUTCH - http://www.pro-rock.com/

-          innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/

02:42 - Rachel Cossar Intro

03:28 - From Ballet to AI

05:53 - Getting Camera Ready

08:42 - Getting the Message Across

10:53 - The Hybrid Theory

12:30 - Reflection

16:37 - It Takes Time

18:22 - Coaching in Real Time

20:28 - Whatcha Looking At?

22:29 - Learn The Why!

25:06 - Find Rachel Cossar online

-          Website: www.virtualsapiens.co

-          LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/virtual-sapiens

25:43 - Mentors

-          Lori Massad

-          Janet Macaluso

27:29 - Book Recommendations

-          Snow Crash - Neal Stephenson

-          Peoplewatching - Desmond Morris

30:25 - Guest Wrap Up & Outro

-          www.social-engineer.com

-          www.innocentlivesfoundation.org


At its core, The Social-Engineer Podcast examines the most complex system in any security equation: people. Hosted by the team at Social-Engineer, LLC, this series digs into the psychology, communication patterns, and inherent vulnerabilities that shape human interaction. Each episode moves beyond dry technical analysis to explore real-world stories and expert conversations that reveal how social engineers operate-the subtle cues, the persuasive language, and the manipulation of trust that can lead to a security breach. You’ll hear discussions that sit at the fascinating intersection of behavioral science and modern technology, dissecting everything from phishing attempts and pretexting to the non-verbal tells that can give us away. This isn't just about warning against threats; it's a deep dive into understanding why we make the decisions we do, both online and off. By unpacking the mechanics of influence and connection, the podcast provides listeners with a clearer lens to see their own daily interactions, ultimately fostering a more critical and aware mindset. Tune in for a thought-provoking blend of research and practical insight that makes the art of human hacking both comprehensible and compelling.
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