We all know people who have a certain magnetism and charisma. What is it exactly that makes them so compelling?My guest today explores that question in his book Compelling People: The Hidden Qualities That Make People Influential, and primarily locates the answer in two such hidden qualities: strength and warmth. His name is Matthew Kohut and today on the sh ... Show More
Yesterday
The 3-Step System for Simplifying Your Work and Life
When people are faced with problems and complexity, our instinct is to add instead of subtract. As a result, we have a tendency to make our work and our lives more and more complex, and less and less effective and fulfilling. Even when what we add is new technology that promises ... Show More
46m 29s
Sep 8
If I Don’t Return: A General's Wartime Journal for His Sons
When Mark Hertling learned he was deploying for Operation Desert Storm, he decided to start a journal.Back then, Mark was an Army major and cavalry officer with two young sons. His unit would be out in front of the main force, and during an intelligence briefing, he was told it c ... Show More
48m 2s
Jan 2021
How To Have Real Charisma, Get Rid Of Bad Conversation Habits, And Speak Under Pressure (Even If You’re An Introvert!)
<p>Ever wanted to be a better public speaker? Wish you could feel confident and charismatic when you walk into a room?</p> <p>In this episode, Matt and I sit down to discuss:</p> <p>- Why you can *still* have massive impact as an introvert</p> <p>- How to get rid of your bad conv ... Show More
27m 56s
Feb 2025
Charisma Teacher: Psychology Of Why People Don't Like You! People Are Attracted To These Traits! The Secret To Being Instantly Likeable!
They say you either have charisma or you don’t, but Charlie Houpert proves charisma can be built, and reveals the secret code to mastering it for success in love, work, and friendship
Charlie Houpert is the co-founder of the confidence-building online platform, ‘Charisma on Co ... Show More
2h 14m
Dec 2021
3 Easy Ways To Become MORE Attractive
What makes a guy hooked on you from Day 1?In this episode, Matt shows you how to communicate in a way that makes him feel special, brings out the most attractive sides of your personality, and show your attraction from a place of confidence.These tools will help you remain high v ... Show More
40m 28s
Sep 2023
82: How to Be Irresistible, Attractive and Magnetic (Part 1)
As much as I love hot girl fall, I want to be hot every single season. In today's episode, I talk about 5 things that I believe not only make someone attractive but also magnetize others to them. In this episode I cover: - Confidence- Being present - Not being open with everyone ... Show More
29m 50s
Jul 2025
Supercharge Your Charisma [Social Intelligence Brief]
If you’ve ever felt invisible in a room full of people, it’s not your personality—it’s your presence. In this episode of Social Intelligence, AJ and John unpack the three research-backed traits that make people charismatic, memorable, and magnetic—whether you're an introvert or n ... Show More
19m 12s