48 pages • 1 hour read
Amy CuddyPresence: Bringing Your Boldest Self to Your Biggest Challenges
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2015A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
Presence: Bringing Your Boldest Self to Your Biggest Challenges by Dr. Amy Cuddy is a personal development book based on her popular TED Talk. It explores how body posture and nonverbal communication impact success in difficult situations, emphasizing the mind-body connection and how changing physical stance can enhance feelings of personal power.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Amy Cuddy’s Presence explores how body language affects personal power and confidence. Positive reviews commend its practical advice and scientific grounding, but some critics question the robustness of its research. Overall, readers find it a helpful guide for personal development, despite a few noted methodological concerns.
Who Should Read Presence?
Fans of Daring Greatly by Brené Brown and Grit by Angela Duckworth will appreciate Amy Cuddy’s Presence. Readers seeking to enhance their confidence and personal power through psychology and self-improvement will find practical strategies and inspirational stories compelling. Ideal for those interested in body language and social psychology.