The Art of Charm is where self-motivated people, just like you, come to learn from the company’s coaches about to how to master human dynamics, relationships, and becoming your best self with the help of Johnny and AJ, the company’s founders. Johnny and AJ bring their 11 years of coaching experience from their famous Bootcamps, where they host clients in Los Angeles from all over the world and they share their stories, best practices and themselves on this weekly podcast. Not only does The Art of Charm help everyday people, including active members of the military, learn how to become higher performers, better spouses, partners, and coworkers, they dig deep into human behavior, the science behind it, and demystify what we do and why we do it.
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The Art of Charm is where self-motivated people, just like you, come to learn from the company’s coaches about to how to master human dynamics, relationships, and becoming your best self with the help of Johnny and AJ, the company’s founders. Johnny and AJ bring their 11 years of coaching experience from their famous Bootcamps, where they host clients in Los Angeles from all over the world and they share their stories, best practices and themselves on this weekly podcast. Not only does The Art of Charm help everyday people, including active members of the military, learn how to become higher performers, better spouses, partners, and coworkers, they dig deep into human behavior, the science behind it, and demystify what we do and why we do it.
Never Be Overlooked Again [Social Intelligence Brief]
The Art of Charm
16 minutes
1 month ago
Never Be Overlooked Again [Social Intelligence Brief]
You only get one shot at a first impression—and most of it happens before you even speak. In this episode, AJ and John break down the four science-backed factors that shape how people instantly judge your presence, confidence, and trustworthiness. Whether you’re walking into a job interview, a networking event, or a first date, you’ll get actionable strategies to control the room from the moment you walk in.
From body language and clothing to the psychology of where you stand in a room, this episode reveals the subtle social cues that silently make or break your first impression. Stick around for the 5-minute upgrade challenge at the end to rewire your muscle memory and command attention effortlessly.
What to Listen For
[00:00:00] Why high-stakes moments make us hyper-aware—and how to stay grounded[00:01:06] Why it can take 10 interactions to fix a bad first impression[00:02:00] The body language science that explains how people judge you in 6 seconds[00:03:00] Why your health, energy, and confidence are silently being evaluated[00:04:27] The “Glow Up” effect: how working out boosts your presence[00:05:00] How to use the “Doorway Drill” to reprogram your posture and vibe[00:07:00] The power of enclothed cognition: how clothes impact your mindset[00:08:57] How style and grooming signal status—without saying a word[00:09:21] Why standing in the shadows destroys your social proof[00:10:44] The 4-step “First Impression Challenge” to prime your body and mind[00:11:00] Visual cue trick to make confident posture automatic[00:12:21] How to walk into any room like you own it
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The Art of Charm
The Art of Charm is where self-motivated people, just like you, come to learn from the company’s coaches about to how to master human dynamics, relationships, and becoming your best self with the help of Johnny and AJ, the company’s founders. Johnny and AJ bring their 11 years of coaching experience from their famous Bootcamps, where they host clients in Los Angeles from all over the world and they share their stories, best practices and themselves on this weekly podcast. Not only does The Art of Charm help everyday people, including active members of the military, learn how to become higher performers, better spouses, partners, and coworkers, they dig deep into human behavior, the science behind it, and demystify what we do and why we do it.
