Definition of Charisma

Definition of Charisma

Charisma is defined as a trait of a person that enable him to get positive attentions from other people by his presence, expresions, and speech. It is related to self-confidence which will enable him to influence others or subordinates. There are more definitions about charisma which can be found in Appendix .

Is it an inherent trait or it can be acquired?

Some people are born with a natural charismatic qualities. Physical features like height and symmetrical facial features can make people have more positive impressions toward them.

Some people generally likes to express themselves, self-motivated, and naturally likes other people. Those traits are generally good to have and what others like to call as ‘charismatic’.

Leaders like Ir. Soekarno and Steve Jobs are born with an extraordinary charisma, they can be considered as a gift.

It does not mean that charisma always is an inherent trait, though. Self-confidence and leadership are skills, and as any other skill, it can be acquired perhaps with some exceptions.

The success of building self-confidence and self-assurance but not to the point of obnoxious can be easy but can also be extremely difficult. This is caused by the various characteristics, different personalities that people had. Environment in which an individual grows can also affect much. How could you expect a child that never felt appreciated to suddenly grow self-confidence?

As stated above, charisma can be acquired. Building confidence, public-speaking skills, learning how to use facial expression, that all sounds shallow, superficial, yet most people are unable to see more than skin-depth.

To have more than just skin-depth charisma, that is a much more challenging task. To be able to truly influence others, a charismatic leader has to really touch the people’s hearts;