Can "charimsa" be taught?

[vita]

Some researchers asked students to identify what “charisma” is. Among the abilities were: listening carefully, eye-contact, self-confidence, enthusiasm, skilful speaking and empathy

The researchers concluded that these are traits which can all be learned
Do you agree? Or is “charisma” something innate found within some people and not others?

UT Study: Charismatic leadership can be measured, learned | e! Science News


And is it possible to have online “charisma” and no charisma in real life? (or vice- versa) (And what are the differences if so?)

Who is an example of a charismatic person and why?

[samathia]

One of the largest employeers in the world is The Walt Disney corporation.
The main thing they look for is "Attitude".
If you have a bad attitude or sour outlook on things they really do not care how well you do your job, they really do not want you.
However if you have a great attitude and are fun to work with they will take the time to train you for almost anything.
So, is Attitude and Charisma the same?

[cherryaa]

To me charisma comes into being when an individual displays a combination of strength and warmth, knowledge and vulnerability, leadership and empathy. At each stage the individual is able to draw others to them by providing something real to those people, whilst at the same time having the self- confidence to reveal something real about themselves.

Generally it seems to be a combination of ordinary behaviours that are performed in a specific way with a natural confidence and grace that allow others to listen to that person without fear. The charismatic person will exude strength in something but probably also display a level of “vulnerability” or “down to earthness” that makes others want to become part of their circle.

Charisma is one of those things that is hard to define but easily recognised. Johnny Depp has it. You know he’s a film star, but you also know he’s human. You know he has hidden depth just by observing his body language, through his eyes you see both strength and humility and a slight amusement that he recognises the irony of the situation he is in.

Churchill had extraordinary charisma. A lot of that developed as a result of the work he did and things he learned whilst doing it. It is also true that many of his leadership traits were products of a complex personality: intuitive, romantic, emotional, brave, inventive, hard working, hedonistic, nationalistic, unselfconscious, risk taking, determined, witty, sociable, with a strong sense of his own destiny.

You can learn to make the most of all of those traits that you yourself possess. Whether you can ever “learn to be charismatic” because you know what traits charismatic people possess, is maybe a little more difficult.

[J8625]

With the exception of listening carefully and eye contact, most of those traits are taught at a young age and developed through many years of use. It may not be "just something you're born with" but that article shortchanges the effort and extensive time a person puts in to seem instinctually charismatic. I'm sure "You can't teach an old dog new tricks" isn't the adage of choice here but it's remembered for a reason.

Perhaps one could be considered charismatic on an instant messaging system or quick webcam because time, to me, sounds like a good measure of leadership. How long dows a person take to utilize the listed abilities?Eye contact, skillful speaking and listening skills are pretty much out the door on a forum environment.

My best example of a charismatic leader is the current POTUS. I'm sure everyone in the world would have a say on that (making it the obvious choice).

[tiffanyfontaine]

Charisma is a combination of nature and nurture. People are born with a certain set of
abilities, but upbringing and experience, combined with self-awareness and discipline
can help a person develop charisma.

Style and grace, physical attractiveness and wit, intelligence and creativity are important in creating charisma.

It takes a lot of energy to be charismatic, so a person must work hard to maintain that glowing spirit.

[clown]

Among the abilities were: listening carefully, eye-contact, self-confidence, enthusiasm, skilful speaking and empathy

I'm not liking the chances for too many charismatic people now days and in the future. It's mostly about bluffing now.

I don't think Charisma can be taught late in life, it is like Tiffany said it is partly nature and nurture, if you are brought up to listen to people, care and yet still care about yourself and have plenty of interests than you will probably have some element of charisma.

[lady_emerson]

I went to a Jimmy Buffett concert.
Now, here is a guy that has been in the music industry like forever.
he laughs, chats with the crowd, buys people drinks, and most of all he really has fun with the people that come to see him.
After the concert we went to a small club and Jimmy showed up and just sat down and played with the local group.
I even got a kiss from him, now....
I am not sure what other people define carisma, but that guy had it with style to boot!
I saw on the news he fell off the stage and broke a few bones and was even knocked out for like 10 min.
When he finally had time to comment he was just joking and having fun on line with friends including Matt Lauer.
Carisma, Class, Style and a very wonderful attitude.

[clown]

Originally Posted by lady_emerson

I went to a Jimmy Buffett concert.
Now, here is a guy that has been in the music industry like forever.
he laughs, chats with the crowd, buys people drinks, and most of all he really has fun with the people that come to see him.
After the concert we went to a small club and Jimmy showed up and just sat down and played with the local group.
I even got a kiss from him, now....
I am not sure what other people define carisma, but that guy had it with style to boot!
I saw on the news he fell off the stage and broke a few bones and was even knocked out for like 10 min.
When he finally had time to comment he was just joking and having fun on line with friends including Matt Lauer.
Carisma, Class, Style and a very wonderful attitude.

There is another factor, older performers like Jimmy Buffet had to rise up by playing in dark clubs etc having to win over hostile or indifferent audiences you need a sense of humour and character to do this, now days everything is sanitised singers go on Idol and sing badly then get all this advice but they are not playing to an audience that wants to beat them down.

So there you go, overcoming adversity is another charisma builder.

[mcbrain]

funnily enough, i was recently on a managerial course, where we were taught that charisma cannot be taught, but also it's not essential for someone to be considered as a succesful manager. I guess there's other things to look for in a person

[sexy_pleasure]

No, never.
Have you ever seen a Charisma school???? LMAO