On this episode of the Thoughtonomy Podcast, host Grant Gavin welcomes Dave Allen, a distinguished South African police reservist and body language expert. With over 30 years of experience in law enforcement and public speaking, Dave talks about his diverse career trajectory that has led him to train elite units, such as the FBI, in the United States.

Throughout the conversation, Dave shares insights from his work on leadership training and decoding body language, offering practical advice on how to make strong first impressions and understand the subconscious signals people give off. He delves into topics like the importance of respect and manners, the subtle cues of body language in business and negotiations, and the significance of teaching effective communication skills. Dave also discusses his new book, "Decoding Body Language," and provides tips for parents on understanding their children's unspoken messages.

Join us for an engaging discussion filled with actionable tips and compelling stories from Dave’s extensive career.Find out more about the Thoughtonomy book at - Website: https://thoughtonomybook.co.za/ Grant Website: https://grantgavin.com/about-grant/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thought_onomy/ Grant Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grant_gavin0 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/grant-gavin-9a120a4/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ggavin YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLrNh3exoKIcgVwxo4jWhIf4CHdtmbiJhn Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/30PLt1Jci2tC0oTreCbhqAApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/za/podcast/thoughtonomy/id1758997637🎧 Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review!