Zealous
There is no real magic trick to charisma, though. Basically, it is the ability to instill enthusiasm in others. Think back to the last time you were in the presence of such a charismatic dynamo. Were you not energized by his enthusiastic nature? Did the bright light of his life not draw you closer? We are all attracted to those who embody the pure essence of a zealous existence. However, charisma does not imply a hyperactive personality or a person of overwhelming intensity. It is simply a contagious spirit of optimism and enthusiasm.
What a great definition. I know the people who have inspired me over the years match this exactly! Enthusiasm is really important in life!
ReplyDeleteThat's a great word. Congrats on finishing!
ReplyDeleteThat kitteh looks...stuffed... no really, he looks like he's visited a taxidermist! yeeek! I love a black kitty :)
ReplyDeleteOh, wait, what was the topic? Zealous! Zeal! and being a zealot! Nice word :)
Hi Diane! Great word for the letter Z post.
ReplyDeleteWhy does kitty have the claws out?
Susanne
PUTTING WORDS DOWN ON PAPER
Jemi, just takes some enthusiasm.
ReplyDeleteSusanne, because I was messing with her and she was playing back. Rocko is all claws all the time.
Great word. I wish I had thought of that.
ReplyDeleteWhen I first got out of college, I was a floor supervisor in a wafer fab in Irving. One of my technicians and I got to talking one night. I worked 2nd shift, 2P to midnight.
ReplyDeleteHe later quit, owing entirely to that conversation, he said. My memory may exaggerate, but as I recall, he and I talked about college, and my zeal and enthusiasm for learning rubbed off, and he said it inspired him to take a shot at engineering there at UT Arlington.
He was a good tech, too! Just couldn't get the company to pay for his education (I later quit that company).
- Eric
The only time being contagious is a good thing!
ReplyDeleteI think you can actually SEE charisma. I had a friend who had charisma; she had a quick smile and lively eyes. She just looked extremely alert. When we attended conferences together, it never failed that the speaker's eyes were drawn to her and it was almost as if they were talking directly to her. She had that kind of charisma--everyone was drawn to her.
ReplyDeleteGood word choice. Love the kitty.
ReplyDeleteA good word Diane.
ReplyDeleteCongrats on completing the challenge.
Yvonne.
I'm glad to have found you on the last day of the challenge. I look forward to reading through your posts and whatever else you have in store
ReplyDeleteEric, you motivated him.
ReplyDeleteJess, I think you can see it, too. Like visible electricity.
Welcome, Heather.
I know a few people like this who inspire me :)
ReplyDelete.......dhole
I love instilling a bit of enthusiasm.
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by my blog! And congrats for finishing the A-Z. THat cat pic is kinda scary.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely terrific word choice and the cat picture is even better. Looks like he is striking a pose just for this post!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on making it through the A to Z Challenge and for being a consistent visitor to my blog. Yes, pre-scheduling is wonderful!
Warm regards,
Donna
Charisma can draw others in, but it's the zealous nature that must be monitored.
ReplyDeleteIt can go both ways. It can be OTT.
Congrats on finishing the A to Z. And, for sharing some of your book in your posts. BTW what is that cat doing? Yawning?
Optimism is the key ingredient that draws us to a personality and the enthusiasm keeps the energy going. You are so right. It's difficult to become excited by a person who is not excited and exciting.
ReplyDeleteGreat series that I will have to go back through.
Congratulations on making it through the A to Z Challenge. Join us on May 7th with your Challenge Reflections post.
Lee
A Faraway View
An A to Z Co-host blog
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ReplyDeleteAwesome Z post! We made it, congrats! :)
ReplyDeleteI always love your cat pics.
ReplyDeleteMorgan Mandel
http://morganmandel.blogspot.com
Hi Diane .. in the end I waited so I could read all your posts through in one go.
ReplyDeleteYour book must hold some wonderful resources - here you've really set out some major factors for improving ourselves personally, as we move on in our lives, perhaps ultimately to leadership; while reminding us that we need to be determined, have goals and follow our planned vision ..
Many thanks - cheers Hilary