The most charismatic people in the world are the best listeners, because being charismatic is not about what you say—it’s about your ability to respond.

Don’t believe me?

Try having a conversation with your bedroom wall. How charismatic are you?

Charisma can’t happen if you are not taking the other person into consideration. The next time you’re having a conversation with someone, take a moment to think if what you’re saying could just as easily be said to that bedroom wall. If so, you’re not having an interaction—you’re just talking at yourself.