Chapter
Signaling and Status with Rob Henderson
Rob Henderson and his host discuss why signaling and status are intrinsically linked, and how people unconsciously leak information about their motives. They explore the underlying principles that guide behavior and why humans are sometimes ridiculous animals.
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Rob Henderson, a PhD candidate at the University of Cambridge, explains why signaling and status are intrinsically linked and how our behavior is guided by underlying principles of evolutionary and social psychology.
00:00 - 01:30 (01:30)
Summary
Rob Henderson, a PhD candidate at the University of Cambridge, explains why signaling and status are intrinsically linked and how our behavior is guided by underlying principles of evolutionary and social psychology. He discusses how small things like standing next to a luxury car or putting expensive pens on your desk can signal status.