There are a lot of Good Reasons to be Likable

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Likability opens the gateway to a lot of worthwhile connections. The Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines likability as “having qualities that bring about favorable regard.” That is surely something all would like to have. It might help you to get what you want out of a relationship whether it is at work, or in some other situation.

Some people are naturally likable. When they show up, the room lights up. They appeal to a wide range of people. Others naturally gravitate to them and they make friends easily.
Unless you have a natural God-given talent for being likable, you will need to work at it constantly. Prior to meetings and interactions with others you will need to remind yourself to practice likable behavior. For example if you are naturally more of an introvert, then you may have the tendency to feel insecure around strangers. This insecurity translates into behavior like avoiding eye contact or displaying body language that suggests that you lack confidence. Trade this for a happy smile. There are few things that will change the atmosphere more rapidly.

When you are smiling more people will connect with you and consider you likable. Victor Borge once said “The shortest distance between two people is a smile. Prove this to yourself. When you encounter someone who has a solemn expression facial expression, smile at them and most of the time they will smile right back and you will have established a valuable relationship.

You will also be reminded that there are a lot of good reasons to be likable.

Gregory B. Anderson–director