
What does charisma really look like in high-stakes communication?In this episode of The Case for Communication, I sit down with Timo Geldenhuys — one of Mauritius’ most experienced real estate professionals — to talk about how to connect with people authentically, even when the stakes are high.Timo once held the record for the highest-value property sale in Mauritius. His secret? Not overselling. Not chasing approval. Just building trust, listening closely, and showing up with consistent presence.We talk about:The difference between connection and performanceHow to challenge clients without being pushyWhy “approval-seeking is the enemy of charisma”💡 As Daniel Pink says in To Sell Is Human, we’re all in sales — whether we’re selling homes, ideas, or decisions. But the best communicators aren’t trying to impress. They’re trying to engage.