The Charisma Myth

How Anyone Can Master the Art and Science of Personal Magnetism

By: Olivia Fox Cabane

Narrated by: Lisa Cordileione

Length: 8 hrs and 20 mins

Publisher's summary

What if charisma could be taught? For the first time, science and technology have taken charisma apart, figured it out and turned it into an applied science: In controlled laboratory experiments, researchers could raise or lower people's level of charisma as if they were turning a dial. What you'll find here is practical magic: unique knowledge, drawn from a variety of sciences, revealing what charisma really is and how it works. You'll get both the insights and the techniques you need to apply this knowledge. The world will become your lab, and every person you meet, a chance to experiment.

The Charisma Myth is a mix of fun stories, sound science, and practical tools. Cabane takes a hard scientific approach to a heretofore mystical topic, covering what charisma actually is, how it is learned, what its side effects are, and how to handle them.

Please note: The accompanying workbook for this title is available at AskOlivia.com/book/exercises/.

©2012 Olivia Fox Cabane (P)2012 Gildan Media, LLC

Critic reviews

"Fox Cabane's distinct writing style...makes listening to each chapter both informational and fun. Each exercise is practical and easy...If you are interested in increasing your ability to be charismatic in your unique setting or employment, this audiobook will give you direct skills to use" ( PsychologyToday.com )

Thoughtful and simple

I have tried several of the "skill" type books and detested them. This was simple everyday stuff that I really enjoyed!

I had a disagreement with my director and actually utilized lessons from this book to better handle our interaction and it turned out very positive. The greatest part it was simple and remembering that a smile on your face goes a long way to project it in your voice.

Must buy

Such a great read! Seriously, this book will change everything! This hook was worth every penny and I even re-read every now and then.

Excellent book for focusing on enhancing charisma.

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Charisma Myth?

The Charisma Myth leaves you with practical, although sometimes crazy sounding, tips on how to increase the charisma you project. Writing how something went before you do it, was probably the most memorable because I thought it sounded like an idea that would never work - but it does. I've tried it several times and the suggestions in the book do help improve charisma.

What does Lisa Cordileione bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

An enjoyable voice to listen to. Personally, I can't read non-fiction so being able to listen to the non-fiction books I really want to read allows me to gain that material. I much prefer reading fiction. Listening to Lisa reading the book was excellent.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

It's not that kind of book. It is mostly a clear definition of what qualities present as charisma and techniques to use to present those qualities. I've found it extremely helpful.

Any additional comments?

If you want to increase your skill in charisma - listen to this book. There is a lot of content though. I listen while driving and there were times I wanted to make notes. I ended up listening to the book three times because there was just so much to take away from it. So maybe listen in a setting where you can make notes, if that is something that you like to do.

Very helpful!

Found this audiobook very helpful with a lot of useful information. Her voice makes the audio more enjoyable to listen.

Needed resource

So much meat to this subject that it will require multiple times to consume all that was offered.

Chew slowly.

Very useful on many levels

I thoroughly enjoyed this book. Some excellent tips and some research to back it up. She could have mentioned more of the research but I think her focus was to do less citation and more anecdotes. Very sound advice and I think it works.

Good

But nothing new, boarders on spiritualism sometimes. Besides that many stories about how she coached oh so important people. Büsi still worth a listen

Very good suggestions, but a little bit repetitive

The most important advices and examples are related to rewriting reality and neutralizing anxiety.

Listening to the book, it is quite repetitive but easy to follow, even when driving.

I’m glad I bought the kindle companion to be able to go through the most inspiring parts as a reference for exercises.

cohesive impactful book

love the book and the entire presentation. The narration was a bit soft and feminine for me, but the rest of the presentation made up for it.

Awesome Book

Great narrator! Great ideas that are already working for me 😊 I loved the book and it's integrity