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Das Charisma-Geheimnis: Wie jeder die Kunst erlernen kann, andere Menschen in seinen Bann zu ziehen
Olivia Fox Cabane
3.73 AVERAGE
152 reviews for:
Das Charisma-Geheimnis: Wie jeder die Kunst erlernen kann, andere Menschen in seinen Bann zu ziehen
Olivia Fox Cabane
3.73 AVERAGE
hopeful
informative
inspiring
fast-paced
I didn’t know self-help books could be this… helpful. I’ll be definitely coming back to this book often, there is so much useful information
I am always going back to this book. It has helped me a ton.
Absolutely a must-read for everyone. Even if you’re not looking to progress your business career, The Charisma Myth: How Anyone Can Master the Art and Science of Personal Magnetism by Olivia Cabane, offers fascinating looks at the human brain, and game-changing techniques for improving your people-skills. In the book, Cabane boils charisma down to three essential qualities—presence, power, and warmth—describes them in practical and scientific detail, reveals their importance in everyday life in addition to special occasions, illustrates multiple styles of charisma, and demonstrates how everyone can improve their own charisma. I listened to the audiobook, but don’t recommend this version for everyone, as Cabane includes many exercises in the work that can become more challenging in the audiobook. For example, if you’re listening to the audiobook while driving, you can’t immediately complete exercises that require writing. I see even naturally charismatic people gaining tools for social improvement from this book, and therefore recommend it widely.
Very practical advice, with plenty of exercises for building persuasion muscles. Not sleazy, which is key.
Not quite what I expected and if, after the 50% mark, I had given it a rating it probably would have been maybe 2-stars. Then I had a shift in perspective and came away with a more favorable view on the book.
I went it thinking the book would have a stronger focus on "the science of personal magnetism". There are probably some studies quoted but the science is not the key thing here. This is a book written by a business consultant and she primarily talks about things she has tried with her clients. This isn't necessary a bad thing but the title got me off on the wrong foot.
The book doesn't feel like it has an overarching anything tying the various chapters together. That's why early on I didn't like it. Each chapter felt like short versions of various other things I've read. "Oh, this is just like How To Make Anyone Like You In 90 Seconds" and "this sounds a lot like Crucial Conversations".
Then I realised, hey, maybe it's not actually a terrible thing to offer that kind of "survey" (after all, not everyone has (or wants to) read those dozen other books like I have). So when I re-viewed the book with that survey perspective it comes off much better.
It has a few hands-on exercises which many books in this general category don't have. That helps bridge the gap between theory and practice.
I went it thinking the book would have a stronger focus on "the science of personal magnetism". There are probably some studies quoted but the science is not the key thing here. This is a book written by a business consultant and she primarily talks about things she has tried with her clients. This isn't necessary a bad thing but the title got me off on the wrong foot.
The book doesn't feel like it has an overarching anything tying the various chapters together. That's why early on I didn't like it. Each chapter felt like short versions of various other things I've read. "Oh, this is just like How To Make Anyone Like You In 90 Seconds" and "this sounds a lot like Crucial Conversations".
Then I realised, hey, maybe it's not actually a terrible thing to offer that kind of "survey" (after all, not everyone has (or wants to) read those dozen other books like I have). So when I re-viewed the book with that survey perspective it comes off much better.
It has a few hands-on exercises which many books in this general category don't have. That helps bridge the gap between theory and practice.
+ I liked the division of charisma in different styles and examples of people having those different charisma styles
+ great overall tips and techniques to boost your charisma in various situations, I found the responsibility transfer and gorilla technique to be the most useful for me at this time
+ chapter and exercise summary at the end of the book, easy to get back to should you want to refresh what you learned
- too much internal reference (e.g. "We will cover this in detail in chapter 13", "Looking back into chapter 3" and the like), annoying to follow, especially on ebook.
- some concepts were a little too absurd (e.g. people having too much charisma realizing how negatively it can affect their work and life).
If you have to take away one thing from this book, this would be it:
1. Lower the intonation of your voice at the end of your sentences
2. Reduce the speed and rapidity of nodding
3. Pause for two seconds before you speak
Overall quite a nice read with re-reading value, 4 out of 5.
+ great overall tips and techniques to boost your charisma in various situations, I found the responsibility transfer and gorilla technique to be the most useful for me at this time
+ chapter and exercise summary at the end of the book, easy to get back to should you want to refresh what you learned
- too much internal reference (e.g. "We will cover this in detail in chapter 13", "Looking back into chapter 3" and the like), annoying to follow, especially on ebook.
- some concepts were a little too absurd (e.g. people having too much charisma realizing how negatively it can affect their work and life).
If you have to take away one thing from this book, this would be it:
1. Lower the intonation of your voice at the end of your sentences
2. Reduce the speed and rapidity of nodding
3. Pause for two seconds before you speak
Overall quite a nice read with re-reading value, 4 out of 5.
I thought this was a pretty great book that describes some things you can practice that improve your interactions with other people. It describes different forms charisma takes and gives advice on how to push yourself towards being more charismatic. Its really about having better interactions with others and being able to exert more influence on others.
The book references studies and provides stories that help make the author's point. Telling individuals stories helps keep the book and methods relatable. (I'm sure counter-stories could also be provided). There are enough examples and suggestions in this book that match my own observations that it is easy to believe the message of this book.
Some of the advice might seem a bit hokey but I can see how it could help someone have better interactions with others.
Some other worth-while reviews:
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/514618176
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/348777963
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/639020175
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/1352366048
The book references studies and provides stories that help make the author's point. Telling individuals stories helps keep the book and methods relatable. (I'm sure counter-stories could also be provided). There are enough examples and suggestions in this book that match my own observations that it is easy to believe the message of this book.
Some of the advice might seem a bit hokey but I can see how it could help someone have better interactions with others.
Some other worth-while reviews:
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/514618176
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/348777963
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/639020175
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/1352366048
I will readily admit that the title of this book is click bait. The content however, is generally of very good substance. Olivia, actually a fairly responsive author if you ask a question, has put in the time to outline reasonable steps to take that build solid communication techniques. A large portion of the book is devoted to subjects such as body language control through mindset control, resilience, and echoes of ideas you can find any speaking and acting books. There's loads of anecdotes, and a little hard science as well.
On the whole, it's not woo woo. It's basic learn able skills. As with most improvement books, the value provided isn't so much about the content. This one is better than many for that, it's about the fact it forces you to evaluate an aspect of your interactions. Take that seriously, and you'll find you get what you deserve.
On the whole, it's not woo woo. It's basic learn able skills. As with most improvement books, the value provided isn't so much about the content. This one is better than many for that, it's about the fact it forces you to evaluate an aspect of your interactions. Take that seriously, and you'll find you get what you deserve.