The Art of Manliness The Cues That Make You Charismatic
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Nov 22, 2023 
Communications expert Vanessa Van Edwards, author of "Cues: Master the Secret Language of Charismatic Communication," shares her insights on enhancing charisma. She discusses the essential blend of warmth and competence for effective interactions. Listeners learn about subtle social cues that can project confidence, such as posture and vocal tone. Vanessa highlights how even small details, like the distance between earlobes and shoulders, influence perceptions. Key strategies for crafting engaging communication and personal presence are explored, making connections smoother and more appealing.
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Defining Charisma
- Charisma is a blend of warmth and competence, making people both likable and respectable.
- It's easily recognized but hard to define, often leaving people stumped when asked to describe it.
Warmth vs. Competence Imbalance
- Too much warmth without competence can make you seem likeable but not respected, leading to interruptions and being taken less seriously.
- Too much competence without warmth can make you appear credible but intimidating or cold, hindering approachability.
The Danger Zone
- People lacking both warmth and competence fall into the "danger zone," often being underestimated and dismissed.
- This is because cues dictate how others treat us, and a lack of positive cues leads to negative perceptions.
