Sizing People Up by Robin Dreeke Summary
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Former FBI behavior expert Robin Dreeke reveals his six-step system for instantly reading trustworthiness. Used by intelligence professionals, this guide transforms how you evaluate colleagues, partners, and friends. Ever wonder why some people's words feel off? Dreeke's framework unveils what body language can't hide.
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The Art of Reading People: A Skill Worth Mastering
Imagine having the power to predict whether someone will follow through on their promises or betray your trust. After the catastrophic events of 9/11, FBI Behavioral Analysis Program head Robin Dreeke confronted a harsh reality: he couldn't accurately predict the behavior of even those he thought he knew well. This realization launched his quest to develop a systematic approach to sizing people up - not just for national security, but because accurately reading others is one of life's most critical skills. His methodology transforms your ability to determine who deserves your trust with accuracy far exceeding the 50% success rate most achieve through intuition alone. The foundation of Dreeke's system is disarmingly simple: people almost always act in their own best interests. This isn't cynicism; it's human nature. Understanding this principle allows us to predict behavior by determining what someone perceives as beneficial to them. A colleague who consistently delivers projects on time does so not necessarily out of altruism, but because reliability advances their career prospects. By thinking like a behavioral analyst - objectively analyzing actions, statements, body language, and reputation - you can make clearer judgments even in high-stakes situations.
Vesting and Longevity: Building Bulletproof Alliances
Reliability: The Competence-Diligence Connection
Actions and Language: The Ultimate Character Reveals
Emotional Stability: The Predictability Foundation
Golden Moments: The Legacy of Trust
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Cree par des anciens de Columbia University a San Francisco
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
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