On this episode of the Become More Compelling Podcast, I am joined by my friend Felicia Spahr.
Felicia has been featured in INC, Fast Company, Business Insider, The Huffington Post, I Will Teach You To Be Rich, Entrepreneur on Fire, Mind, Body, Green, and many others.
After listening to this episode you will be able to:
• Craft an amazing introduction
(10:00)
• Focus on the right things during group conversations
(15:40)
• Create rapport during one-on-one conversations
(38:02)
• Know how and when to exchange contact information
(46:20)
It's basically a tactical guide to thrive at your next dinner party, conference, or networking event.
Listening Options:
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Show Notes & Links:
03:40 - Fel describes how she uncovered her charisma (Book mentioned: Blink by Malcom Gladwell)
05:50 - Fel’s family influences on charisma
10:00 - Crafting a great introduction
15:12 - #PleaseDontWalkAwayFromAwkwardPeople
15:40 - How to approach a group conversation. What to focus on.
20:30 - Why you should avoid stop words
23:25 - The “secret” level of charisma: making yourself comfortable
26:25 - Fel’s pain practice
30:10 - Dealing with impostor syndrome
32:55 - How to create an internally charismatic state
36:42 - The best way to warm up before a social interaction
38:02 - How to have a great one-on-one conversation
46:20 - How and when to exchange contact information
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