If you're having fun being yourself and filming something that you would watch yourself, it becomes contagious for other people to watch, too.
I discovered that as a founder and now CEO, my commitment to and passion for Affectiva is super contagious. It is contagious with my team and at internal company meetings, injecting a new energy and sense of camaraderie.
Kids are so dynamic; if you're tired and you walk into a roomful of kids, your energy is brought up to their level.
People who love life have charisma because they fill the room with positive energy.
In the 2007 World Cup, Kelly Smith went to another level, scoring twice against Japan and dragging the team forward with an infectious enthusiasm. She changed the dynamic, and we all followed her lead.
You can't make people enjoy what you're doing unless you're enjoying it yourself.
My grandmother is one of the biggest inspirations of my life. She was my biggest fan, and she made sure everybody knew it. Her never-ending joy was infectious, and there wasn't anyone who could beat her at partying and having fun.
The leader continually passes on the vision to those who come around, knowing that dreams, if presented right, are contagious.
One filled with joy preaches without preaching.
Dustin Hoffman takes such pleasure in what he does and there's nothing tense about him. He exudes joy and passion for what he's doing and that infects everyone. It certainly put me at ease coming to work with him every day. I felt his confidence and freedom rubbed off. He doesn't censor himself or stop an idea because he thinks it might be wrong.
