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It is consider as compelling attractiveness or charm that can inspire devotion in others.
For example " He has terrific charisma of analytical skills & stage presence".
If you've ever found yourself awake (or sleepless) in bed at 4:58 am, watching old Bob Dylan interviews – well then you're familiar with what charisma is.
It's a hard personality trait to define with words; I mean, it's more of an aura, one that invites you to gravitate toward the most charismatic people in the room.
See, Bob Dylan was charismatic. He was good with words, too, but his charisma was always the driving force behind them.
Charisma is oftentimes just that — a force. Whether used as a tool to sway the masses or just one chick at the bar, charisma has the ability to put things in motion, and because of that, it's one of the most rewarding gifts one can be born with.
Which suddenly brings up the question: Is charisma something you're born with? Or is it something you can learn and refine in the way we go about things like manners, for instance.
As it turns out, research reveals it might be a little bit of both.
According to Aston University, a public research campus set in the center of Birmingham, leaders are, in fact, naturally born. In line with the work of Dr. Carl Senior and his international research team, it appears there is a link between one of the most “powerful” styles of leadership and the specific genes behind it.
The one technique examined in their study, which is known as transformational leadership, “is a social-based style of leadership,” in which “leaders motivate their team members to reach their maximum potential through charisma, individual consideration and support and intellectual stimulation.”
Essentially, transformational leadership is the style of leadership that inspires people to act a certain way, typically using charisma.
“Transformational leaders are generally energetic, enthusiastic and passionate.”
As explained further by Kendra Cherry of About.com, “not only are these leaders concerned and involved in the process, they are also focused on helping every member of the group succeed as well.”
This is the type of leadership you'll see on stage in the midst of a pep rally. You know, that type of “rah rah” charisma that can't help but get people out of their chairs, seemingly regardless of the cause, itself.
After all, any type of movement is usually only as strong as its leader. We've seen this throughout history.
Anyways, Dr. Senior and his team set out to further explore the specific genes responsible for synthesizing dopamine (the chemical behind our feelings of empathy) and serotonin (the chemical behind our emotions, in general).
As reported on Aston University's website, Dr. Senior and his team “looked at two genes – catechol-O-methyltransferase (COMT) and the serotonin transporter gene (5-HTTLPR).”
It's important to note that both of these genes can occur naturally in three distinct forms.
After the student test subjects had completed a “leadership questionnaire,” their cheeks were swabbed for genetic testing.
What the researchers found was “those with the dopamine-based gene in its most common form had higher scores on scales measuring key transformational leadership characteristics — the social-based style of leadership.”
In the same fashion, those who did not have this gene did not tend to relate to the same qualities of leadership.
A follow-up experiment concluded that a specific version of the dopamine-based gene was linked to “low scores on two core leadership behaviours: intellectual stimulation and charisma.”
These findings are particularly exciting, especially considering how critical these genes are when it comes to leading others. What I found interesting is the hereditary nature of confidence, as explained on Business Insider.
According to Katty Kay and Claire Shipman, authors and co-contributors for Business Insider, some people are “genetically wired” to be confident.
I found this important, considering I like to think a lot of what goes into being “charismatic” results from confidence. I feel the two are, in many ways, intertwined.
Well, with regard to confidence, whether or not this trait originates from nature or nurture — the answer seems to be a little bit of both.
As told by Dr. Jay Lombard, a founder of the genetic testing company Genomind, “a lot of personality is biologically driven.”
Lombard continues to explain that both nature and nurture play factors in the manifestation of character traits, but genetics do provide one with a propensity to act a certain way.
“Researchers have pinpointed genes that influence everything from shyness to motivation to criminal behavior to a proclivity to be a professional dancer,” Kay and Shipman claim.
In line with research conducted on the confidence levels of individual twins, Robert Plomin, a geneticist at King’s College in London, believes confidence may be as high as “50 percent” linked to specific genes.
This means certain people are more inclined to be confident, albeit – depending on certain environmental factors during their upbringing – it is not guaranteed this confidence will ever come into fruition.
By surrounding yourself by the right people, however, you can help ensure you're not mired in a toxic situation that may, ultimately, be holding you back – whether it’s your confidence or charisma.
I think is important leader to have personality charisma. Attention must be conquered with charisma then be presented the idea of the leader and of course worker to be motivated to do the task
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Charismatic leaders have a quality which is hard to pin down, but which attracts followers and inspires people to action. Transformational leaders are often highly charismatic because they are capable of initiating and maintaining a significant level of change in the organization.
The following are some of the most prominent characteristics of charismatic leadership.
1. CommunicationCharismatic leaders have extraordinary skills in communication. This helps to motivate employees through tough times and also help them stay grounded when things are good. The leaders are equally comfortable communicating one-to-one or in a group setting.
2. MaturityThough they have a very powerful personality, a charismatic leader also has maturity and character. They don’t believe in empty showmanship, but they draw on their wisdom and knowledge which they have accumulated over the years of life and business experiences. They behave in a mature and responsible manner on all occasions.
3. HumilityCharismatic leaders also have a sense of humility. They place a lot of value on each employee, and have the ability to truly listen to their concerns. The charismatic leader is able to convince the employee of the value that they bring to the organization, and show them how their contributions impact the strategic interests of the company. They inspire great loyalty from their employees.
4. CompassionSuccessful charismatic leaders are also compassionate. Charisma alone may not be enough, because there’s a very real possibility that it can disintegrate into mere hero worship. Compassion, integrity, honesty, and fortitude are also qualities that successful charismatic leaders exhibit.
5. SubstanceCharisma can exist without substance, but only for a very short time. Flashy and glitzy behavior may capture the attention of people, but eventually they will want something substantial beneath the facade. A charismatic leader must not only talk the talk, but also walk the walk. Charm gets him the face time, and substance closes the deal.
6. ConfidenceIt goes without saying that charismatic leaders are truly confident. They are the glass half full kind of people, and are comfortable with who they are. They understand themselves well and do not try to be anyone else. Charismatic leaders are secure and confident enough to be comfortable in their own skin.
7. Positive body languageOne of the first things that you’d notice about a charismatic leader is their warm, open, and positive body language. They make eye contact with were that they are talking to, smile, and introduce themselves to strangers with the genuine joy of making a new contact. They have an endearing swagger, and they are authentic.
8. Listening skillsCharismatic leaders are extremely good listeners. When they listen to you, they don’t fidget or look distracted. A charismatic leader pays attention to what is being said, and listens with interest. They are engaged in the conversation and act with empathy.
9. Self-monitoringOne of the attributes of charismatic leaders is that they often tend to watch themselves. They are aware of their powerful personality, and the fact that their followers are watching them constantly. For this reason, they consider it important to portray a good image of themselves to their followers. This can be achieved only with self-monitoring.
10. Self-improvementA charismatic leader understands that he has certain qualities that make him different from others, and that these are the qualities that get him attention and make him charismatic. So he also knows how important it is to continually improve himself.
The English term charisma is from the Greek (kharisma), which means "favor freely given" or "gift of grace". The term and its plural charismata derive from charis, which means "grace". Some derivatives from that root have similar meanings to the modern sense of personality charisma, such as "filled with attractiveness or charm", "kindness", "to bestow a favor or service", or "to be favoured or blessed".
charisma maintains, however, the irreducible character ascribed :- it retains a mysterious, elusive quality. Regularly describe charisma as the 'X-factor'.
Its an Born gift and make right movement towards right decision and right time. Difficult to conquer the blessed mind with quick thinking.
The charismatic leadership style relies on the charm and persuasiveness of the leader. Charismatic leaders are driven by their convictions and commitment to their cause.
Charismatic leaders also are sometimes called transformational leaders because they share multiple similarities. Their main difference is focus and audience. Charismatic leaders often try to make the status quo better, while transformational leaders focus on transforming organizations into the leader’s vision.
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was a charismatic leader who used powerful oratory, an engaging personality, and unwavering commitment to positive change in the lives of millions of people.
