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Issue #15 – Charisma isn’t luck. It’s science

[Issue #15]

This week, we read The Charisma Myth 
by Olivia Fox Cabane

Charisma isn’t magic—it’s a skill you can develop.

Cabane breaks charisma down into three core elements: presence, power, and warmth. The trick? You don’t need to be born with it. With a few small shifts in how you communicate—like truly listening (instead of waiting to speak) or adjusting your body language—you can create a magnetic presence that draws people in.

One powerful insight: confidence without warmth comes off as arrogance, while warmth without confidence feels weak. Charisma happens when you balance both.

“Everyone you will ever meet knows something you don’t.” – Bill Nye

How do people feel after interacting with you? What’s one small shift you can make to strengthen your presence?