Who is Amy Cuddy

Amy Cuddy Biography

Amy Cuddy is a social psychologist and professor at Harvard Business School. She is best known for her research on nonverbal behavior, power posing, and how body language affects people's perceptions and behaviors. Cuddy's TED Talk on power posing has been viewed over 50 million times and has had a significant impact on the self-help industry and public speaking.

Amy Cuddy Facts

  • Amy Cuddy is a social psychologist who has made significant contributions to the field of nonverbal communication and power dynamics.
  • She was born in 1972 in Pennsylvania, USA, and grew up in a working-class family.
  • After earning her Bachelor's degree from the University of Colorado Boulder, she worked as a roller-skating waitress and a rock-climbing instructor before pursuing her graduate studies.
  • She earned her PhD in psychology from Princeton University, where she studied under the guidance of Susan Fiske, a leading social psychologist.
  • Cuddy is best known for her research on power posing, which suggests that adopting confident body postures can increase testosterone and decrease cortisol levels, leading to improved performance and confidence.
  • Her famous TED Talk, "Your Body Language Shapes Who You Are," has been viewed more than 58 million times and has become one of the most-watched TED Talks of all time.
  • She is the author of the best-selling book "Presence: Bringing Your Boldest Self to Your Biggest Challenges," which explores how body language and nonverbal behavior can influence thoughts, feelings, and behavior.
  • In addition to her research, Cuddy has also taught at Harvard Business School and has worked as a consultant for various companies and organizations, including Google, Microsoft, and the United Nations.
  • She has been recognized for her contributions to the field of psychology with numerous awards, including the Early Career Award from the Society for Experimental Social Psychology and the Rising Star Award from the Association for Psychological Science.
  • Cuddy is also an advocate for the advancement of women and has spoken out about the challenges women face in the workplace, particularly around issues of gender bias and inequality.

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