Become More Compelling

Aug 06 2024 52 ep. 24 mins 266

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Become More Compelling Radio is a podcast where I (Jeff Callahan) have conversations with charisma and people skill experts. My goal with each conversation is to deconstruct what makes them fantastic at what they do, and pass that glorious information along to you on a silver platter so that you can craft a more compelling social life. To learn more about maximizing your social skills and charisma using behavior and psychology head over to www.becomemorecompelling.com

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How can you join a conversation without feeling awkward?

Aug 06 2024 10 mins

Quick question for you: How can you jump into a conversation without feeling awkward? Ever find yourself hesitating to join a group, fearing you'll disrupt their flow? You're not alone! It’s normal to fear that awkward silence that hits when you walk over. But don't worry, I've got some tips to help you start more conversations in your day-to-day life. In this episode of the BMC

Is everyone really judging you?

Jul 16 2024 10 mins

Belief you need to unlearn: Everyone is constantly judging you. Unlearning this can make you more socially successful, a better communicator and help you stop overthinking social situations. Why is this important? Believing everyone is judging you can paralyze you in social situations, making you hesitant to speak up in meetings, approach new people, or share your ideas. Letting go

Do you have to step out of your comfort zone to be interesting?

Jul 09 2024 11 mins

Do you have to step out of your comfort zone to be interesting? Yes, but shattering your comfort zone isn’t the answer, do this instead. Let's dig in. Good things happen outside your comfort zone. If we all stayed within our comfort zones, we'd be on the couch watching Reels all day. While that's safe and low-risk, it means missing out on opportunities for growth. Stepping out of

You don't have to like everyone, and not everyone has to like you.

Jul 02 2024 8 mins

Do you ever feel nervous meeting new people? Here's a game-changing concept: You don't have to like everyone, and not everyone has to like you. This realization can make your interactions smoother and less nerve-wracking. ✅ Embrace that not every interaction will be magical. ✅ Increase your "surface area of luck" by meeting more people. ✅ Focus on your 50% of the interaction

Do you fall into the "Perfection Trap"?

Jun 25 2024 16 mins

A belief that you need to unlearn is “You need to be perfect to succeed” “Perfect” can take many forms socially... “I need to say something really profound in this meeting.” “I could say that thing, but it’s not interesting enough.” “I could ask this question, but it might sound silly.” "Perfect" is that imaginary bar that you need to jump over to give yours

How To Throw A Party That People Will Love (With Nick Gray)

Jun 18 2022 52 mins

Do you want to make more friends, build your network, and throw parties that make people say “I can’t WAIT for the next one!”? My guest Nick Gray is here to show you how! He’s sharing secrets straight from his book The 2-Hour Cocktail Party. In this episode, you’ll learn: How throwing a cocktail party will expand your network. How to get 90% attendance at your party

How To Be Charming When You’re Nervous (Robert Pattinson Breakdown)

Mar 03 2022 12 mins

Note: Video version of this episode is on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/331eiJKvKIc Look, we’ve ALL been in social situations where we feel a little nervous. Maybe we want to make a good first impression, be more charismatic and charming, or just have a good interaction. In this episode, we’ll look at 5 ways to be charming even when you’re nervous. And we’ll look at none o

How To Be SUPER CHARISMATIC Like Gal Gadot

Dec 18 2020 14 mins

Note: This episode is on YouTube here. Wonder Woman has... Super strength. Super speed. A Super lasso. Gal Gadot has a superpower too: super charisma. In this video, I'll breakdown 5 ways Gal Gadot displays charisma and how you can adapt them for your own personal charisma. Hop in your invisible jet, grab your lasso of truth and enjoy this episode of Compelling Breakdowns!

Victorian-Era Etiquette Lessons You Can Use Today (And Some You Shouldn't)

Dec 17 2020 11 mins

I used to think time travel would be awesome...until I read an 1883 etiquette book. Life in the 1880s: 17 drinks before breakfast. Waiting for the automobile to be invented. Some light assault of service people. More drinking. Grab your powdered wig, dust off your top hat, get in your horse and buggy and let’s learn some Victorian-era etiquette! NEXT STEP: QUIZ - Do you

How To Not Be Boring In A Conversation [Part 2]

Oct 29 2020 10 mins

Have you ever wondered how to not be boring in a conversation? Maybe you really want to be more interesting, but you don't know how, maybe you KNOW deep down that you’re not boring, but you just need some pointers. In part 2 of this series, we're going to cover 4 ways you can be less boring and more interesting in a conversation. NEXT STEP: QUIZ - Do you know what your communicat