How to be likeable
Being likable is not something we are born with but it can be cultivated, says Harvey Deutschendorf , an emotional intelligence expert. How? By understanding what makes people like us and practicing those skills in our interactions. Here are some tips to make a good impression: Meeting someone for the first time? Give your best smile, maintain eye contact and, if you notice something positive, compliment them. Focus on what they are saying and pay attention to what gets them excited. Ask pertinent questions to encourage them to dive deeper into the subject. Try to find areas of common interest. There's ONE question you should be asking yourself on a regular basis because it impacts whether you stay or go when times get really hard. Love it or hate it - it's true: Are you likable and pleasant in your office? And do you communicate what you do? You can't control budgets or the economy. But you can control how people view you and your work. Food for thought - take a close...