Among wolves, the alphas are the leaders. They are strong and do whatever they can to protect the pack.

Similarly, an alpha male is a natural leader who oozes confidence from every pore. He’s also dependable, reliable, and undeniably masculine.

Unfortunately, there is a strong misconception that for you to be an alpha male, you should be brash, rude, or essentially a bully.

However, exhibiting these qualities doesn’t make you an alpha male. It makes you a jerk (or an asshole) that nobody can respect or admire.

That’s why it’s important to develop the traits of a true alpha male. In this article, we share the qualities of an alpha male and how to become one.

Alpha Male vs Beta Male vs Omega Male

Many men aspire to be alpha males, but this isn’t the only aura or trait you can exude. There are others that make up a vital part of the dominance hierarchy. They are the beta male and the omega male.

For the sake of clarity, here’s a short description to show how alpha males compare to beta males and omega males.

Alpha Male

Alpha males have a certain type of main character energy about them. An alpha male is someone who walks into a room and commands attention. People are naturally drawn to him because of his confident demeanor or charisma.

Alpha males are natural leaders and usually have people around them. They tend to be very popular with women because of their easy-going nature and general swagger. An alpha male is oftentimes considered the ideal male.

Beta Male

Beta males get a bad rep for being seemingly submissive and the follower of the group. They are often described as shy, introverted, and not very confident.

Beta males are often thought to be at the bottom of the relationship food chain. You’ve probably met a beta male at school or work.

It’s important to know that there’s nothing necessarily bad with being a beta male. However, failing to evolve past your timidity and lack of self-awareness is where the real problem lies.

Omega Male

Unlike a beta male, there isn’t a fixed opinion on being an omega male. Some people consider being an omega male bad while others don’t think so. Omega males are essentially the polar opposite of alpha males.

Whereas alpha males are more predisposed to extroversion and being the leader of the pack, omega males are more introverted and aren’t afraid to do their own thing and follow their own rules. This in itself is an admirable quality.

Omega males could be described as being the “cooler” and more reclusive version of the alpha male.

How to Develop the Traits of an Alpha Male

Becoming an alpha male doesn’t make you better than other men, nor does it mean developing a god-like complex. It means you’re taking the reins of your life and learning to be in control in every situation.

By following these 12 guidelines, you’ll be on your way to developing the traits of alpha males both internally and externally.

1. Project Strong Body Language

People that project strong body language are perceived as competent and confident. These are qualities that every alpha male should possess.

So how do you project strong body language? The most important thing is to never look like you’re cowering away. Open up your body and start appearing “more visible.”

You can do this by:

• Standing tall with a wide stance – Taking up space and maintaining a good posture not only commands a room, but makes you appear confident in yourself.
• Make lots of eye contact – Making eye contact when speaking with other people shows that you’re present. However, overdoing it can make you look more creepy than confident. The key is to find the perfect balance.
• Use hand gestures – According to studies, there is a strong correlation between the visuospatial and linguistic aspects of speech. This means that when you’re talking, you should accompany your words with useful hand gestures to drive home your points.

2. Speak With Conviction

Speaking with conviction doesn’t mean being forceful or loud. It’s all about commanding the attention of your audience so people listen when you speak. Here’s how to do it:

• Speak slowly – People often speak too fast, especially when they’re nervous. Maintaining a steady and relaxed pace will help you be more aware of the words that are coming out of your mouth. And as a bonus, you’ll ooze confidence and charisma.
• Raise your voice ever so slightly – While you shouldn’t scream the whole place down, people won’t take you seriously if you speak too softly. Instead of speaking with your vocal cords, speak with your diaphragm and talk a bit louder, especially when speaking to a large group of people.
• Make absolute statements – Never use words or make statements that undermine the message you’re trying to get across. Examples are, “I think”, “maybe”, etc. These words show a lack of confidence, so keep your statements clear and concise.

3. Be Impeccably Groomed

One thing an alpha male is not is unkempt. No one likes someone who looks untidy or lacks proper hygiene. You want to look and smell fresh and clean at all times.

Avoid using harsh colognes. Not only is strong cologne off putting, the alcohol content can also irritate your skin. Toss those out and instead, opt for a mild-smelling one. Leave an impression with your great personality, not your strong smell.

4. Take Charge

This doesn’t mean you should be domineering or overbearing to the people around you. As cliché as it might seem, taking charge starts from within.

Alpha males are in control of their lives and don’t let things happen to them. It takes lots of guts and determination to make a change.

That’s why, even though it’s scary, you should get out of your comfort zone. Do the things you’ve always wanted to do. Ask for that promotion, start that business, go ask that girl out.

Alpha males know that the first step to greatness is to face their fears head-on.

5. Dress Well

Dressing well doesn’t mean you have to wear a suit or sport the most expensive accessories.

Find some staple pieces that fit your body type and are your correct size. Some staple pieces are a good pair of jeans, some neutral-colored t-shirts, a few button-downs, good sneakers or loafers, and outerwear.

And remember that it doesn’t matter how expensive your outfits are. If you don’t have the confidence to go with it, you still won’t exude the alpha male aura.

6. Be Assertive (Not Aggressive)

Many people fail to find the line that distinguishes being assertive from being aggressive.

Learn how to stand up for yourself without resorting to aggressive behavior like cursing, ridiculing the other person, raising your voice, etc.

You’ll find people are more cooperative when you stay in control. By not being aggressive, your chances of getting what you want increases dramatically.

7. Know How to Defend Yourself

If you always come last at a game of wits, then learn how to stand your ground when faced with a debate.

And although this should always be the last resort, learning how to physically defend yourself is a much-needed skill that every alpha male should possess.

Sign up for a self-defense class or a boxing class when you can. You don’t need to become a black belt, but basic striking and grappling techniques are essential.

8. Be Kind

As an alpha, you have the responsibility that comes with leadership and protecting those around you.

That means you should endeavor to be kind when dealing with others, even if they have nothing to offer you. Don’t discriminate or look down on people. Show empathy and listen to other people’s points of view.

9. Take Risks

Staying in the same position all your life is not a sign of an alpha male. Learn to take risks and push yourself out of your comfort zone from time to time.

It doesn’t have to be anything too drastic like dyeing your hair green. It can be something small like signing up for dance lessons, asking a girl you like out on a date, learning a new skill, etc.

10. Develop a Strong Body

An alpha male isn’t one size fits all, but if you want to be an alpha male, you also should look the part. Join a gym and get fit or take up a new hobby that helps you in keeping your body active.

Also, be sure to eat healthily and drink lots of water as these are integral to maintaining that strong and fit body.

11. Always Seek to Improve

Nobody is perfect. This is one of the many idiosyncrasies of being human. That being said, there is always room for improvement in becoming the best version of yourself.

Anything from watching documentaries, going camping, learning martial arts, etc. are great ways to make yourself a well-rounded man.

12. Master Charm and Attraction

Knowing how to interact with women and kindle a romantic relationship are essential skills to master as an alpha male.

Learn how to flirt and work on reading body language to determine if the other person is interested. And most importantly, learn how to accept rejection gracefully.

In Conclusion

Anybody, regardless of age or social status, can cultivate the aura of an alpha male.  All it takes is practice and patience.

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