Quote from Lucio Buffalmano on December 1, 2021, 12:41 pm

Oh yeah, not good.

Maybe Bezos meant it as a joke -he probably did-.
But still jokes are part of reality, and that wasn't a good joke (for him).

Quote from Growfast on December 1, 2021, 1:05 pm

Quote from Matthew Whitewood on December 1, 2021, 8:59 am

My acquaintance told me about this Twitter news:
https://twitter.com/i/status/1457245864271953920

 

In this short clip, Bezos doesn't look good because

• His girlfriend looks smitten over DiCaprio
• DiCaprio wasn't even trying to flirt.
  He talked casually and even walked away first.
• DiCaprio was standing on a platform so he had the height advantage
• Jeff Bezos was quite passive and looked down
• Jeff Bezos talked to DiCaprio right after he walks away

It was a 6-second shot so it's very possible the paparazzi chose the most sensational moment.
Also, it looks like a tricky situation.

Some possible ways that Bezos could have come out better:

• Avoid going into the interaction when you are on a lower platform
• Avoid submissive body language like looking down and nervous smiles
• Interrupt more and lead the conversation - especially don't talk to someone right after he walks away
• Leave the conversation and talk to others
• Engage for a while and bring the girl away

After the tweet got viral, Jeff Bezos reacted with a jokingly defensive tweet:

https://twitter.com/JeffBezos/status/1457720343297019909

 

I think DiCaprio didn't even bother engaging in any of this viral news.
So Bezos reply made him look possessive and defensive.
Bezos added fire to the bad perception.

In my opinion, Bezos should have not replied.
This will show that it's a piece of gossip news not worth engaging in.

My acquaintance was talking about whether it's better to be a top celebrity or a top entrepreneur.
In many ways, Leonardo DiCaprio is also a successful entrepreneur.
He is a movie producer having produced successful films:
Appian Way Productions

Jeff Bezos is a part of the rising new trend of tech celebrities like Elon Musk.
And he has been the richest or second richest man during recent years.

In my opinion, it's not so much about whether you are a celebrity or entrepreneur.
I think that we all run into sticky situations from time to time.

I feel like when you run into situations where another person engages with your partner and your partner starts talking to them. Then engaging the outsider before he engages you, will put him in a higher position.

Also if you try to interrupt the conversation between your partner and the outsider by talking to the partner. It will end up seeming like you are desperate for your partners attention.

 

I feel like the best case scenario would be to look bored and get distracted by something else (if it's only 3 people) or start talking to other people if it's in a group setting.

In both cases it's better to not engage the girl until she talks to you first (fair if she disengaged from you first)

Quote from Lucio Buffalmano on December 1, 2021, 2:46 pm

Nobody mentioned her behavior yet.

It's not obvious that any woman would behave like that.

A classy woman would refrain herself.
Both out of self-respect, and out of respect for her partner.
In the end, it's not like she looked good in that either.

Of course, this is just one single instance.
And it can happen to anyone to see a movie star and be smitten for a few seconds.
So not nailing her on a cross or necessarily inferring bad personality (albeit also her choice of looks isn't exactly classy either).

But generally speaking, you'd want your partner to avoid that behavior (and especially leaning towards the guy, her boobs were almost on his crotch).

Quote from Matthew Whitewood on December 1, 2021, 5:25 pm

I see what you mean Lucio.
She didn't come across well.
It's like someone chasing after shiny objects.
Especially she's right in front of her partner.

Though, as you advised, it's a 6-second snapshot so it may not be representative.

(albeit also her choice of looks isn't exactly classy either)

Would this be the attention-grabbing, shiny dress with the bare midriff?
Overall, my impression is the same.
It doesn't look very stylish or classy.
But I'm unable to pinpoint exactly what's bad about her dressing.

I feel like when you run into situations where another person engages with your partner and your partner starts talking to them. Then engaging the outsider before he engages you, will put him in a higher position.

Also if you try to interrupt the conversation between your partner and the outsider by talking to the partner. It will end up seeming like you are desperate for your partners attention.

I feel like the best case scenario would be to look bored and get distracted by something else (if it's only 3 people) or start talking to other people if it's in a group setting.
In both cases it's better to not engage the girl until she talks to you first (fair if she disengaged from you first)

Yeah, I think it's best to remain calm and relaxed when someone comes in and talk to your partner.
Then, observe how the new person treats you and your partner.

I think you can make it difficult for him to ignore you like extending a handshake.
As for interrupting, it's possible to interrupt by asking the new person or your partner a question.
Or make a statement to drive the conversation.

If your partner is respectful, she probably won't ignore you in the conversation.

A long-time friend of your partner may be more tricky.
Maybe you could briefly engage and let them catch up.

Quote from Kellvo on December 1, 2021, 10:47 pm

There are definitely examples of high-quality feminine women in Hollywood who manage to dress in ways that simultaneously flatters them, conveys positive attributes and works alongside their man - Amal Clooney and Angelina Jolie are good examples. She is not one of them. Her dress not only solely emphasizes sexual characteristics, but it stands out like a sore thumb to Jeff; the intention is clearly to get (sexual) attention for herself, not work as part of a high-quality couple.

Leonardo, meanwhile, seems to be actively preempting any attempt by her to hookup; not only does he keep the conversation short and casual, but he maintains a neutral expression, stays courteous but not flirtatious and non-verbally scolds her (to which she submits). He clearly knows the dynamic going on and is having no part of it - a wise move, not only because he can get other higher-quality women, but to prevent bad blood.

Finally, it's clear that Jeff is investing heavily into this engagement, and the girl, by 'jokingly' threatening Leonardo, while the latter stands above it by not engaging. He overextends both during the conversation and after. He shows submissive signals, followed by aggression later. Take it from someone working with his own aggression - it comes from weakness, not strength. Jeff looks masculine, but has a weak underbelly; Leo is the real deal.

Also, my two cents on the celebrity vs. entrepreneur question: it's curious that many male entrepreneurs climb the ladder of power while remaining so socially inept, particularly with women. One would think that any man striving to be the best he can be in all areas would master that alongside business, health and more, but apparently not. Meanwhile, many celebrities seem to really get the whole package together. My hypothesis is that the latter requires a much higher gate of entry because it requires a variety of skills - physical health and looks, social skills and charisma, an array of useful skills, effectively managing money, being aware of one's surroundings, managing one's reputation and of course power dynamics. Meanwhile an entrepreneur can often get away with hyperspecializing in one or two of these and delegate most of these to others. I think entrepreneurs have higher overall potential, but their often lack of social skills of all kinds really shoots them in the foot.

Quote from Lucio Buffalmano on December 2, 2021, 12:37 am

Great analysis, Kellvo.

Both for the quality women and the dynamics at play here -and the "entrepreneur VS celebrity" thing-.

As a general rule, when you feel like you need to mate-guard too much, it can be a red flag on either partner:

• She's a game player -and is doing it on purpose to acquire power and make him insecure-
• She's generally poor partner for whom flirting around or acting slutty is just "who she is"

Or:

• He is generally insecure / feels inadequate
• He feels "less than her"

It's more likely that a man might feel insecure if for some reason he is objectively "less than" her -say, poorer, less attractive, or whatever-, but ultimately it's still about internal mindset, beliefs, and personality.
I don't know whether Bezos is insecure or feels inadequate. But looking at it from the outside in, he'd have absolutely no reason to.