nicholas boothman

Nicholas Boothman, born in England in 1946, has built a career centered on effective communication and human connection. He initially established himself in the world of fashion and advertising photography, working with prominent clients such as AT & T, Coca Cola, Bell Canada, Vogue, General Motors, and Revlon. This 25-year career honed his ability to establish instant rapport, a skill that later became the foundation of his speaking and writing career. In 1982, he founded Corporate Images, an advertising company, and later the Persuasion Technology Group.

Transitioning from photography, Boothman became a proponent of neurolinguistic programming, focusing on the techniques of “Rapport by Design.” His insights on connecting quickly and authentically have resonated with a wide audience. In 1999, he published his first book, “How to Make People Like You in 90 Seconds or Less,” which marked a significant turning point in his career. This book, alongside subsequent bestsellers like “How to Connect in Business in 90 Seconds or Less” (2002), “How to Make Someone Fall in Love With You in 90 Minutes or Less” (2004), and “Convince Them in 90 Seconds or Less” (2010), has sold over 3 million copies and been translated into more than 30 languages.

Boothman is recognized globally for his expertise in face-to-face communication, having been called “one of the leading experts in face-to-face communication in the world” by The New York Times. His speaking engagements have reached over 500 corporations, thousands of small businesses, and six leading business schools, including Harvard and London Business schools. He continues to share his strategies on using body language and sensory acuity to build meaningful connections, inspiring a global audience with his witty and insightful approach.