Animal Magnetism

Friends, have you ever met someone who just seemed to attract friends like a magnet? This is often called animal magnetism. This is the type of person that can walk into a room of strangers, and 10 minutes later they walk out with 3 new friends. Have you ever thought these people seem to have success thrust at them, with little or no effort? Have you ever wished you were like this?

The secret is to animal magnetism is: charisma and magnetism.

Which one are you – a lion or a lamb? Ironically, many people that are lambs perceive themselves as lions. If you are unsure, or want to change which one you are, here is how to proceed.

The idea of animal magnetism, or charisma, is that people who possess this seemingly have an attracting energy that brings people to them like a moth to a flame. Many people believe these are qualities either someone is born with or not. I am convinced that these are qualities that can be developed, just like any other skill. If you do not feel you have it, the first task is to realize that you CAN have it. The second task is to start growing this skill, so that you, too, can be a powerful, charming, charismatic person. Here are 4 tips that can greatly enhance your ability to possess and utilize this skill to become a more fulfilled, more successful person.

#1. Maintain A Balanced Attitude
No one wants to be around someone who comes across right away as being very negative, so don’t act like you hate the World. By that same token, if you come across as arrogant, know-it-all, or otherwise have some superiority complex, you will not be interesting either. Be friendly, and take an interest in what they have to say. Contribute a little, but mostly let the other person talk about something. Show an interest in the subject, or try to pick something they are talking about that is middle ground, so you can also contribute.

#2. Remember Important Things
If you remember the brand name of car they drive, yet cannot remember their name, that doesn’t make a very good impression. Work on your ability to remember important facts, such as that person’s name, their family, perhaps a spouse’s name, and things like this. They may not care if you remember the name of the company they work for, but if you remember that their son is a baseball player and is named Billy, you will have bought yourself some points, for sure.

#3. Say It In 2 Ways
What you say with your words is important, but what you say with your body is also. If you have poor posture, cross your arms, shift your body weight a lot, or do other things to look nervous, impatient, or otherwise uncomfortable, people will pick up on that. By that same token, spending too little or too much time making eye contact can also be important. Be careful with how you present yourself to them. Imagine if they were unable to hear you speaking, and just saw what you looked like…how would they perceive you?

#4. Dress To Impress
It is ALWAYS important to be dressed properly. You never know when you may meet someone that may be important for you to know. You may think “I am just going to the grocery store” but remember – everyone needs food. You could meet a very powerful or influential person there. I know – I have done this myself. I have met people at the grocery store that ended up being greatly influential in my life, and the contacts that person brought me have created great things for me as well.

I hope this helps you start on your path to becoming a person of great animal magnetism.