Creativity of praise

The degree of charm that you possess depends on the creativity of your praise. Say something that is not immediately obvious and say it in a poetic way. It is good to have some ideas or phrases in mind, but the most charming people are able to invent them on the spot. Read on, to find out more:

1. Empathy is at the core of charm. If you can't tell what makes people happy or unhappy, you have no way to access whether you are saying the right or wrong thing.

2. When you greet someone, make them feel they are the most important person to you. They will respond more nicely and always know what a great person you are.

3. Improve your posture. Throw those shoulders back and let them drop (relax). When you walk, imagine you are crossing a finish line; the first part of your body to cross should be your torso, not your head.

4. Behave honestly. Being honest will add points to you in front of others. Do not avoid eye contact. Look into their eyes when you talk to them.

5. Every so often you will have no choice but to express an opinion that few others hold. That is fine. Consider expressing it in a humourous way. Humour is the spoonful of sugar that helps the medicine go down.

6. Be patient. Something may be obvious to you but not so simple to others. Understand that, and help them out. Don't confuse being charming with being a people pleaser.

Also read the article how to be charming.

Taken from: News Straits Times - 9 August 2012 (article), Google (images).