The Charisma Myth: How Anyone Can Master the Art and Science of Personal Magnetism

The best book of its kind I've ever read Brian Sharp I read a lot of books in this genre - call it "professional self-help." I've spoken professionally a few times now about leadership and communication, and for my most recent one just a few months ago I did a ton of reading research and a lot of it was books like this one. Most of them are mediocre. I began reading The Charisma Myth expecting more of the same, frankly: platitudes, some common sense stuff, the kinds of advice that will only make sense to people who don't need it. I was just hoping for a tidbit or two that would be useful.I don't really gush about things. If anything I tend to be very demanding and. The book is packed with Big Ideas. [[VIDEOID:c300af055c62The book is packed with Big Ideas. Brian Johnson [[VIDEOID:c300af055c624ff057a7099b422868b7]] “Charisma has been turned into an applied science. What this book does is translate the science into practical, immediately applicable tools, with measurable results. You’ll learn charisma in a methodical, systematic way, with practical exercises immediately useful in the real world. And, unlike those of us who learned by trial and error, you won’t have to waste any time figuring out what works and what doesn’t. You can go straight to the tried-and-true tools that really do enhance charisma. This book will guide you through that process. It wil. ff057a7099bThe book is packed with Big Ideas. Brian Johnson [[VIDEOID:c300af055c624ff057a7099b422868b7]] “Charisma has been turned into an applied science. What this book does is translate the science into practical, immediately applicable tools, with measurable results. You’ll learn charisma in a methodical, systematic way, with practical exercises immediately useful in the real world. And, unlike those of us who learned by trial and error, you won’t have to waste any time figuring out what works and what doesn’t. You can go straight to the tried-and-true tools that really do enhance charisma. This book will guide you through that process. It wil. 22868b7]] “Charisma has been turned into an applied science. What this book does is translate the science into practical, immediately applicable tools, with measurable results. You’ll learn charisma in a methodical, systematic way, with practical exercises immediately useful in the real world. And, unlike those of us who learned by trial and error, you won’t have to waste any time figuring out what works and what doesn’t. You can go straight to the tried-and-true tools that really do enhance charisma. This book will guide you through that process. It wil. "Read this book" according to Amazon Customer. I chose to read this book for a college self-improvement assignment, and it is the best book I have ever read. I swear it's as if Cabane has been studying my thoughts and what happens inside my mind for my entire life. This book has literally changed the way that I think, and I have seen improvements in my Charisma after just reading the first chapter. I do not read often (which I am hoping to change), but I find myself trying to read this book every opportunity I can. The author uses simple language to explain her concepts, and she portrays all of her ideas in logical manners. I was surprised to find the scienc

What if charisma could be taught?The charisma myth is the idea that charisma is a fundamental, inborn quality—you either have it (Bill Clinton, Steve Jobs, Oprah) or you don’t. But that’s simply not true, as Olivia Fox Cabane reveals. Becoming more charismatic doesn’t mean transforming your fundamental personality. Charismatic behaviors can be learned and perfected by anyone.Drawing on techniques she originally developed for Harvard and MIT, Cabane breaks charisma down into its components. It’s about adopting a series of specific practices that fit in with the personality you already have.The Charisma Myth shows you how to become more influential, more persuasive, and more inspiring.

She’s woven solid science and engaging narrative into an instructive treatment of the role of charisma in leadership—a topic that (until now) we only poorly understood.” —Robert B. She focused on the ‘it’ factors that can make a real difference.”—Laura Lang, CEO, Time Inc. “Cabane has done us a big favor. Cialdini, author of Influence“If you are interested in increasing your ability to be charismatic in your unique setting or employment, this book will give you direct skills to use.” —Psychology Today“The Chari

She is a regular columnist for Forbes and has been featured in The New York Times, Bloomberg BusinessWeek, and The Wall Street Journal. As an executive coach to the leadership of Fortune 500 companies, her clients include Google, Deloitte, and Citigroup. For more information about Olivia