SHE’S BACK!!!!... CASEY ANTHONY IS MORE DISINGENUOUS THAN EVER!
Posted on 01/06/12
Casey Anthony has come back in the spotlight with her new video diary (I knew she wouldn’t be gone for too long). She posted the first of “many” videos dated back in October, only a couple months after she was acquitted of the biggest murder trial since O.J. Simpson. In the video, Casey talks about her new computer, the dog she adopted recently (because that’s so important) and feeling like she has some sort of control again. Since the video has…
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Do You Meet Our Requirements to Apply to Attend BLI’s Elite Certification Training?
Posted on 12/20/11
YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO… Tell us the truth!
The Body Language Institute’s (BLI’s) certification programs are held in an exclusive private environment in classes fewer then 15 people. Our lead instructor and president Janine Driver is a retired industry operations investigator with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF), where she possessed top-secret clearance for all of her 16-years with the Bureau, including her time on assignment with the FBI. Janine has trained the ATF, CIA, FBI, FAA, DIA, over 5,000 chiefs of police, and more than 20,000…
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CAN YOU SPOT THE DECEPTIVE “HOT SPOTS” IN THE NY TIMES INTERVIEW WITH SANDUSKY?
Posted on 12/19/11
We’ve all heard about the case surrounding Jerry Sandusky, right? He’s the former Penn State assistant football coach and the founder of the charity for children with absent or dysfunctional families, The Second Mile. Sandusky was arrested and charged early last month on 40 criminal counts of serial sex abuse of minors, including:
Seven counts of involuntary deviate sexual intercourse
Eight counts of corruption of minors
Eight counts of endangering the welfare of a child, and
Seven counts of indecent assault
The investigation began…
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Encountering Empathy - Or the lack thereof
Posted on 10/14/11
I just submitted by most recent blog post to The Doctor Oz Show - its focus is lack of empathy after sustaining a traumatic brain injury. Very interesting to research! I'll post the link here when it goes live...
Lack of empathy always astounds me when I am confronted by it. It seems as though it should be such an innate human response to another in need - that I for one, am always SHOCKED when it fails to materialize. What is interesting about this lack of empathy from those that experience traumatic brain injuries…
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Don’t stop now…
Posted on 09/30/11
September is Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month - and though we are on the last day of the month, a word of caution to you all... Don't stop now!
Never stop trying to help yourself, or someone you love in the uphill battle that is recovery. Take the time to listen, love and learn - it will pay off. Here are a few tips to get you through the next 11 months until we meet September again.
Whether your situation involves family, friends or you personally are battling addiction, drug…
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Talking vs. Texting
Posted on 09/23/11
Can I just get an actual verbal, face-to-face response, as opposed to the common text? With the digital age clearly in effect, that is the acceptable form of communication. So, how do we manage this form of communication in a time when the value of person-to-person contact seems to decrease?
Understand that these new ways of dialogue, whether Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, Text are merely set to enhance our ways of contact, and not replace. It is very easy to confuse the various… Posted on 07/26/11 What happens when you accuse the head of the International Monetary Fund and a one-time hopeful for the presidency of France of sexual assault? Why a media firestorm of course! Such is the case with former hotel maid, Nafissatou Diallo – who, after two months of silence has come forward to share her story of harassment at the hands of Dominique Strauss-Kahn with Newsweek and ABC News. After suffering through weeks of speculation and talk surrounding her case, much of it unfavorable, Ms. Diallo has decided to share her story. And… Posted on 06/24/11 The Apple Doesn’t Fall Far from the Tree If anyone is wondering how the Casey Anthony trial is faring this week – let me tell you – it is not good. Apparently, dishonesty is a family trait. As Casey’s mother Cindy takes the stand, she is exhibiting several markers of an individual engaged in Mendacity – the scientific term for lying. Not with herself; and certainly not with the multitude of lawyers questioning her every thought, move and Google search. Of course, we can all empathize with her situation.… Posted on 06/09/11 There are cheaters in all of our lives - whether or not we want to recognize or admit that is another story. Of course, this week the big news is Anothony Weiner and his...um, well his weiner. (Sorry - I just couldn't resist!). Yes, another week - another political powerhouse brought to its knees. When confronted initially, Weiner (natch) resorts to the old standby of deny, deny, deny. No, it wasn't him that sent the picture in question - it was a hacker. No, it wasn't him in… Posted on 05/23/11 UGH. I am just so saddened by the latest rounds of celebrity conundrums....I mean sure, the antics of folks like Charlie Sheen, Arnold Schwatzenegger and Lance Armstrong certainly give me plenty to discuss, analyze and disect. However, I do think that the proliferation of infidelity, mental illness and drug abuse that appears to be permeating our world is crossing over into our everyday lives. At least, judging by the lack of empty seats at my Detecting Deception classes, lies and dishonesty are problems for people everywhere -… Posted on 05/16/11 Over the past week I was able to connect with some AMAZING individuals! I know they come to seminars to learn about The New Body Language, and sit through keynotes to uncover their potential for success...In short, they look to me as an educator, and I am happy to oblige. But, I am consistently reminded how much I learn from each and every person I meet in return! It's the biggest reason why I love what I do - I am able to connect with people from all backgrounds,… Posted on 05/06/11 It never ceases to amaze me how important our interpersonal connections are. Whether its in the office (relationships with co-workers or bosses), at home (with spouses and children) or in life (friends and family) - our successes and failures begin and end with our ability to maximize every enounter to its fullest potential. It's the great give and take of these moments that resonate with me time and again. I am always reminded of this when I return home. After all, home is where the heart is,… Posted on 04/28/11 in the past few weeks, I've been able to see almost every corner of this fine country...from NYC, to Atlanta....and out west to San Francisco and Utah! It's amazing how The New Body Language is taking me so many places...and opening so many doors for those I meet! This week I met with the most aaaaamazing group of foster parents at the Utah Foster Care Symposium. Such an amazingly dedicated group of people...I am in awe by their devotion to the children that so desperatly need more than… Posted on 04/07/11 Pictured Above: Here I am discussing first impressions with Nate Berkus - a fave of mine...smart, informed...and not bad on the eyes either! Wow...what a whirl wind week! If you weren't convinced about the importance of being able to decipher body language...it's time to need to tune in! Just this week, I have examined how body language affects a date (positively AND negatively) during a speed dating segment for The Today Show...sped over to The Nate Berkus Show to discuss how your non-verbals can make or break a job interview OR make you a… Posted on 03/25/11 Spending some much needed downtime this week with my family - enjoying a quick Disney cruise - and thinking of how AMAZING our BLI @ Sea program will be! Haven't heard of BLI @ Sea? Just you wait! Our team is hard at work hammering out the details...but, I can tell you that it will be an unforgettable experience! Jam packed with education, excitement and a vakay baby! We're determinging the destination, the instructors and the programs. Tell me, what's not to love about this idea? Stay tuned...as soon as we can, we will share the invitation with you all! Posted on 03/22/11 Spring fever has hit me in a major way -- in more ways than one! I'm traveling like crazy bringing humor, inspiration and valuable new skills to clients across America! And a new round of media is getting ready to hit the airwaves...stay tuned for air dates for my latest segments for The Nate Berkus Show, The Doctor Oz Show and NBC's The Today Show! To everyone I have met so far in 2011...keep on keepin' on! You all ROCK - I can't wait until we meet again! Posted on 01/28/11 Click here to watch JD on a recent appearance on Discovery Channel's "Secrets of Interrogation"! Her expertise reveals the techniques favored by law enforcement officials during an investigation. How do they gather evidence, extract confessions and reveal the truth behind a crime? Watch re-enactments, listen to expert testimony and discover how to use the power of psychology to blow the lid off a lie. Posted on 01/24/11 Ahhh. January. How I love thee. Let me count the ways…my planner is blissfully unmarred. There are 11 more months before I even need to think about Christmas shopping. And six before bathing suit season. All of my bad habits are a memory in 2010…this year I will diet, not procrastinate, and be more gracious. Yes, the time has come to once again make the transition to a new year. January (named for the two-headed Roman god Janus – he was able to look in two directions at once), is the literal and psychological moment we take stock of the… Posted on 01/06/11 Are you ready to have exclusive access to the body language secrets that BLI president Janine Driver was privy to in behind closed-door sessions at the CIA, FBI, and ATF? Sure you are! Just for a quick second, imagine how ridiculously awesome your life would be if you were guaranteed to make a killer first impression with a high Perceived Value (PV) every time you walked into a room, sat around a boardroom table, or were face-to-face with a customer, loved one, or boss? Have you ever wanted to stop banging your head against the wall because the same choices… Posted on 01/06/11 Buy the newly released paperback New York Times Bestseller YOU SAY MORE THAN YOU THINK today and get your free Body Language Swag Bag Valued at $200. You get “How to Have a Date 6 Nights a Week”, “Business Bloopers Successful People Avoid at All Costs”, "10 Simple Body Language Secrets to Turn That Job Interview into a Job Offer", and "Selling the House that Jack Built: 7 Ways to Recognize & Capitalize on Your Client's Emotions"! Buy it on Barnes & Noble or Amazon and email us your receipt to receive your FREE Body Language Swag Bag valued at $200! Posted on 12/28/10 While the holidays are supposed to be the season for food, fellowship, and fun, they can be tense times too. You may find yourself forced to spend time with relatives you rarely see and often fight with, but fear not! There are a few body language tactics can you use to fend off family feuds. . Avoid Direct Confrontation - First of all, you want to stay to the side of people that could cause conflicts. Being face to face puts you in an adversarial position and increases stress levels. If you've got a history of bickering with your brother at… Posted on 12/28/10 Happy Holidays, everyone! Without further ado, I give you the "Twelve Days of Body Language Christmas": 12 Eyebrows Lifting - Raised eyebrows are a good indication of surprise. Keep in mind, a true look of surprise only lasts a few seconds before fading into another expression (hopefully happiness). You'll know that special someone figured out what you were getting them if their eyebrows stay up too long! 11 Palms Awaiting - Whether asking for help with decorations or requesting a favor from a co-worker, use a "palms up"… Posted on 08/05/10 TLC’S EXECUTIVE PRODUCER & FOUR-TIME EMMY WINNER ALONG WITH NEW YORK TIMES BEST SELLING AUTHOR & BODY LANGUAGE EXPERT CREATE CLASS ON HOW TO BREAKTHROUGH THE MEDIA GATEKEEPERS AND GET ON TV Terence Noonan, four-time Emmy winner and executive producer of TLC’s DC Cupcakes and Janine Driver, bestselling author and president of the Body Language Institute combine knowledge and experience and offer breakthrough class in the DC area. Washington, DC, Aug 4, 2010 – The Body Language Institute (BLI), an elite communications company that provides two-day certification courses, based in the Washington, DC area, announces today their much anticipated new… Posted on 07/13/10 We’d like to congratulate the recent graduates of our Stand Out Loud 101: Execute the New Body Language June classes. Every person in class worked really hard and reached out for their ultimate potential every day. We are very grateful for their hard work and participation. The Body Language Institute is so proud to have such students! Watch the first part of their journey: Visit our YouTube Channel to watch the rest of their journey at http://www.youtube.com/blinstitute Congratulations to: June 3-4 Class:… Posted on 05/07/10 We’d like to congratulate the recent graduates of our five-day course on Nonverbal Communication and Public Speaking. Each and every person in class worked their hearts out and gave 110 percent every day, and we’re very grateful for their hard work and participation. Congratulations to: Debi Giannola You all made teaching a lot of fun and we here at the Body Language Institute wish you all the best luck in your future endeavors! -Team BLI Posted on 05/07/10 How many times have you tried to reach a client, co-worker, or business partner only to get sent straight to their voicemail? How many calls have you let go to voicemail? In our busy lives, we may spend more time listening to electronic recordings of voices rather than the voices themselves. The message you’ve recorded to greet callers is oftentimes your first chance to make an impression, so it’s important that it’s a good one. I’m often traveling to and from book signings, media appearances, and public speaking gigs, so more calls get sent to voicemail than I’d like. When people… Posted on 04/23/10 Ever see someone with a scowl on their face, thought to yourself “Wow, what a jerk, wonder what I did to make them mad?” only to speak to them and find out they’re not in a bad mood at all ? We tell ourselves stories about people we meet, even only briefly, and form judgements about them every day. Judgements we make about others can change our body language when we’re around them without our conscious knowledge. For example, how would you sit if you knew you were talking to a convicted murderer, like Scott Peterson? You would probably… Posted on 04/12/10 At some point, you’ve probably experienced workplace frustrations with an “office nemesis” whose second job seems to be making yours more difficult. These are the people you dread seeing each and every day. They may second-guess your every move, stubbornly throw out roadblocks, or otherwise stand in your way. There are plenty of body language techniques you can use to help control confrontations with these hard-headed co-workers, but oftentimes your office nemesis is far more insidious—it is yourself. If you’re one of tens of millions of Americans suffering from severe shyness, you may feel like your own worst… Posted on 02/27/10 With the ceaseless scheming, conflict, and competition, reality shows attract and often encourage master manipulators. If a season of reality TV is nothing more than a semester-long object lesson in lying, Rozlyn Papa from this season of ABC’s The Bachelor could teach a master class. Posted on 02/15/10 "He cheated with me. I mean on me," are the words that clumsily slipped from my lips during my dream-come-true 15-minute interview on The Dr. Oz Show. The good doctor even called me on it! My incorrect choice of words screamed to Dr. Oz, "There's more to this story here." During my 16-year career at the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF), I trained cops, lawyers, and judges within ATF, FBI, CIA, DIA, and state and local law enforcement how to recognize both verbal and nonverbal flares and probe deeper to get to the truth. What happened with… Posted on 02/12/10 As we tune into the 2010 Winter Olympics that began today, we'll see many emotions on the faces of the athletes as they journey towards the closing ceremony - anger, joy, sadness, etc. Whether the athletes this winter season are male or female, call China, Australia, the USA, or another country their home, or leave as winners or losers, their emotion will be consistently written across their faces and displayed through their body language. If the way we respond to winning and losing is universal, does this mean we are biologically wired to show the result of the race on… Posted on 01/20/10 As an investigator with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, I was always on my guard. Walking into an unknown situation, I had only a few seconds to determine whether I was in any danger. My extensive training was indispensable, but it’s within everyone’s capability to make simple, split-second threat assessments based on body language. A study published in the 2010 Neuroimage by Sinke, Sorger, Goebel, and de Gelder details how our brain processes viewing different situations. The authors showed participants different short video clips of a male actor stealing a purse from a female actor in either… Posted on 01/15/10 We kicked off 2010 with a bang thanks to our dynamite group of students! We would like to recognize all of those who graduated both Body Language 101: Non-verbal Communication and Body Language 102: Public Speaking Plunge. We hope everyone learned a lot during their time with us and will continue to put their new skills into practice. Over the next few weeks we’ll be posting more information about some of our new exercises to give you a taste of the BLI experience. In the meantime, thanks to all of you for tireless effort, hard work, and enthusiasm! Patricia E.… Posted on 12/13/09 We recently wrapped up another successful class here at the Body Language Institute. We would like to recognize our phenomenal students who graduated both Body Language 101: Non-verbal Communication and Body Language 102: Public Speaking Plunge. We hope everyone had a blast and learned a lot! We were so happy with the amazing December BLI class of 2009! Thanks for all your hard work, congratulations, and best of luck! Mike Badlam, Senior Sales, The Berkley Group Tom Ellinor, Regional Director of Sales Training West/Pacific Region, Wyndham Vacation Resorts Greg Gerber, Director of Recruiting, Wyndham Vacation Ownership Jim “Billy” Kidd, Director,… Posted on 10/23/09 Janine Driver, President of The Body Language Institute, was on CNN News Saturday, Oct. 17 between 5:30pm and 6:00pm discussing the young boy in the balloon hoax. Below is a short update from CNN and two video links of the family’s interviews. Below are the comments that she sent to CNN: Posted on 09/08/09 Many of you may already know that during my 15-year career as an investigator with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives (ATF), I was trained by Dr. Paul Ekman, who’s scientific research is highlighted in the new FOX hit drama series called, “LIE TO ME!” But did you know that the main character who is named “Dr. Cal Lightman” (played by Tim Roth) is really a combination of two people? Paul Ekman and J.J. Newberry! For over 10-years, Ekman worked with J.J. Newberry, the CEO of the Institute of Analytic Interviewing, where J.J. would combine Ekman’s research with…
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The DSK Maid Speaks!
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The Apple and The Tree
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Body Language of Cheaters
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Deception EVERYWHERE!
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Cheers!
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Building Connections
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Roadtrippin’
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Making the rounds!
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Family Time!
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Spring FEVER!
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Secrets of Interrogation
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Janus
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SHH.DON’T LET YOUR BOSS, CLIENTS, AND FRIENDS IN ON THE SECRET JUST YET, BUT. THIS IS YOUR YEAR!
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Get Your Free Body Language Swag Bag Today
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So you’re back home with family for a New Year’s Eve Party!
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Twelve Days of Body Language Christmas
On the twelfth day of Christmas my true love gave to me.
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Brand Yourself, Get on TV, Grow Rich!
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CONGRATULATIONS BLI CLASS OF JUNE 2010!
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CONGRATULATIONS BLI CLASS OF MAY 2010!
Chris Pendleton
Gabrielle Pendleton
Katie Weshler
Leslie West
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Voicemail First Impressions Matter
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Appreciate, Don’t Judge
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Use the New Body Language to Defeat Your Office Nemesis
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Love and Lies on The Bachelor
For those unfamiliar with Ms. Papa’s story, the 28 year-old model was booted from The Bachelor after her relationship with one of the show’s producers was revealed. In the latest episode Rozlyn was brought back to confront her fellow contestants and the host, Chris Harrison.
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Dr. Oz
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The Winter Olympics
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Perceived Threats
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Congratulations Body Language Institute Class of January ‘10
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Congratulations Body Language Institute Class of December 2009!
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BLI President on CNN: Balloon Boy and Family
(CNN) — After scouring northern Colorado by foot and air, frantically chasing a Mylar balloon for miles and repeatedly interviewing his big brother, authorities ended the search for 6-year-old Falcon Heene where it began — at his house.
6-year-old Falcon Heene says he was hiding in a…
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Lie to me!??
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