Lessons on being likable from charismatic celebs
All about “X factor.”
“Charisma is a tricky thing. Jack Kennedy oozed it—but so did Hitler and Charles Manson. Con artists, charlatans, and megalomaniacs can make it their instrument as effectively as the best CEOs, entertainers, and presidents. Used wisely, it’s a blessing. Indulged, it can be a curse.”
-1996 Fortune feature by writer Pattie Sellers
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1. They set the energy when they walk into a room
How do you enter a room? Are you nervous and frenetic or are you calm and confident? Do you pay attention only to the person you’re trying to impress or do you take the time to greet everyone around?
The way you enter a room can set the tone for a first impression whether you’re on a date, a job interview, or a business meeting.
5. They know how to tell a compelling story
When [Matthew McCaugnahey] speaks, people listen. He does a few things: He speaks slowly, looks around the room, and pauses for effect. This makes him appear effortlessly confident and intentional about the message he wants to deliver.
9. They are comfortable being their awkward, imperfect self
Charismatic people are relatable, socially aware, and unafraid to poke fun at themselves. When they share stories, we can tell that they’re comfortable being themselves — even if they’re awkward and a little insecure. And that makes them really damn likable.