In Forbes magazine last week, our East Coast colleague, Joyce Newman of the NewmanGroup was quoted on how to be charismatic. She would know.
Everyone can be charismatic. We are not born charismatic – we cultivate it in many ways. One way is by observing and learning from people whom you think are charismatic. You don’t need to copy them, but learn their secrets, try them on and fine-tune them until they fit you. It’s a trial and error process. Bad news is that once you have your charismatic status, you can lose it. Just look at Mel Gibson and Lindsay Lohan. But here’s the good news – if you lose it, with self awareness and effort, you can regain your charismatic ranking.
Here is Michelle Obama, dancing with the president at the Obama Home States Inaugural Gala, radiating her charisma. You go girl!
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