Have you ever met someone who just lights up the room by walking in? Dynamic people have a way of gaining attention without seeking it. They are ahead of trends, forward thinkers, and just all-around exuberant people. These people reflect a “joie de vivre” that seems effortless and natural, making us wonder how some of it can rub off on us.
Whether you find their dynamism compelling or annoying, there's something to learn from dynamic people and how they approach life.
1. Be Inquisitive
One of the keys to being dynamic is always exploring the world around you. It just comes naturally to many people, but you can also learn it.
They want to know about you and your company and insist you share a picture of your beloved dog. They'll watch as you scroll through each one, making you feel special and heard.
2. Be Interesting and Knowledgable
This ties into being inquisitive because dynamic people don't just learn about things; they try new things out.
Axe throwing? They've done it. The Metaverse? They can explain it in simple terms and make you understand how you fit into it.
They are versed in top political and community concerns and always have an opinion expressed but not forced upon others. You can even be more interesting by spending 30 minutes reading newspapers or magazines a day.
3. Commit to Adventure
You'll be more interesting when you explore things outside your comfort zone. You'll learn more about yourself in the process. It doesn't mean dynamic people all scale Mount Everest, but they might take rock climbing classes for starters.
How do you know if you like or dislike something until you try it? Dynamic people say “Yes” when others say “No” to new opportunities for growth. What's one new thing you can try this week?
4. Listen Like You Care
These are the people who make you feel like the only person in a crowded room when you're conversing with them. Everything you say is absorbed, and feedback is given beyond “That's cool.”
You get full attention, so you give it back, which creates more authenticity. When their time is short, they'll make a point to schedule time to circle back to your conversation to respect everyone's time.
5. Look People In The Eye
In a social world generally reserved for social media, dynamic people read the room well. They put their mobile device away when it's time to network or mingle.
You'll get a firm handshake with direct eye contact that's appropriate but not creepy.
This sign of respect and attention is a great way to set yourself apart from others who might hide in the background with their eyes locked on LinkedIn.
6. Control The Energy
If a dynamic person is dealing with an emotional situation, they'll handle it like a pro. They also won't necessarily hide it.
This person might share a recent death in the family without breaking into tears and telling you their life story with ten questions about coping.
They take the time to care for their energetic forces, from spiritual care to the energy they bring into a room.
7. Don't Bow to Rejection
There isn't a person dynamic enough to not be rejected in their professional or personal worlds. We all face it, but we all react differently.
This personality type is proud of the risk and doesn't focus on losing a reward. They use each rejection as a way to learn for the next opportunity.
Their spiritual nurturing also helps them process the normal feelings that come with rejection.
8. Be a Problem Solver
They won't spend 15 minutes complaining about something they can find a solution to in five minutes. They see challenges and tackle them like a linebacker while engaging in positive teamwork when allowed.
They won't let the group get down or give up. Great relationships are built between this person and others as the dynamo is the one others go to for help with challenges.
9. Love Yourself Without Arrogance
Self-love, self-confidence, and arrogance are different things. A dynamic person might be on day three of her cycle with an acne breakout on her chin, but she's still walking in the room like Gisele on the runway.
Dynamic people are comfortable in their own skin. They don't see themselves as anything but their authentic, natural selves.
They won't think they are the best thing in the room, but they will take up the space provided for them in any room.
10. Love the Gray Areas
While a dynamic person might have strong convictions, they won't shove them down the throats of family and friends.
As an open-minded person, they'll hear other points of view, new research, or a circumstance they haven't thought of that could change their view. You can have intellectual and engaging conversations with them.
11. Be Present
How many people start their day with the intention of being present? It is easy to say and hard to achieve.
When dynamic people live in the moment, they aren't anxious about the conversation from yesterday or worried about tomorrow's report.
They savor the moment's sights, smells, sounds, and atmosphere. They work the room to meet new people and greet old friends. If a dynamic person seems like they don't have a care in the world, it's because they don't. At least, not at that moment.
12. Be Fun to be Around
These folks aren't just confident, happy zombies walking around. They engage in appropriate humor, tell the best jokes, and have nailed the art of laughing.
You know being with them will make you feel good and be entertaining at the same time. They won't make jokes at the expense of anyone, and they'll speak up or remove themselves from a conversation that hints at negativity.
13. Adopt a Timeless Style
Instead of focusing on the latest Instagram fashion trend, they seem both aware of fashion-forward thinking while embracing their own style.
They are always well put together and work around body type, shape, and size to find things that complement instead of forcing a fashion trend that doesn't suit their physical assets.
14. Get Noticed
When someone asks a dynamic person, “What do you do?” they won't just say, “I'm a nurse.”
They'll explain they are a nurse who works in a pediatric center and volunteers in their spare time to help disadvantaged children get proper nutrition.
You'll be amazed at their detailed life experiences. You might have your own interesting life stories that you aren't sharing. Be as specific as possible when talking to people to get more engagement.
15. Value Independence
People with these traits will go to dinner alone or catch a movie by themselves. They don't need to be with friends or coupled up to do something they find interesting.
If nobody at work wants to go to the Saturday learning session, they'll go solo with no apologies. Since they can hold their own as much as hold others up, this isn't even an uncomfortable situation for them.
While some people just are born dynamic, anyone can work to improve these qualities. It also helps to make friends with other dynamic people. You can start simply by being more attentive when talking to people and asking good follow-up questions. Also, practice looking for silver linings in any challenges or problems that come up.