Being likeable is one of the rarest human characteristics anyone can embody because it can make you get almost anything from people with ease. In fact, being likeable is the foundation of influence and leadership in both family and the workplace.
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When people are endeared to you, you’ll be amazed how you’ll get so much done in just a little time. The opposite of being likeable can get you frustrated regardless of your sweat and toil. In this article, I discuss five ways to build a likeable personality.
Put On A Friendly Countenance
The quickest way to end your sympathy is to appear fake, distant, or indifferent. Most likely, you don’t mean to be viewed as negative or disinterested; You may be uncomfortable in some social settings, or naturally more reserved. Do away with being seen as a snob, but rather put a cheerful smile – at most.
Listen First, Then Speak
To be a likeable person, you must be a good listener; having an interest in what people have to say before speaking. This can go a long way in avoiding conflict when it arises. Being a good listener is a people skill that can also help in effective communication.
Don’t Be A Spotlight Freak
If you want to be likeable, then you must not be hellbent on seeking the spotlight or trying to always be the centre of attention. People are often turned off by attention seekers, especially those who’re conceited. However, likeable people love to share their spotlight with others.
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Focus On Those In Front Of You
Likeable people always focus on those who are in front of them during a conversation. Most people dislike it when they’re ignored even when they are there for you or with you during a conversation. If you want to be likeable, you must ditch your devices and focus on who’s in front of you. With this, you can get to understand their feelings and also respond in equal proportion. When the conversation is on the same wavelength, you can sure be loved by people.
Be Open-minded
Being open-minded means you accommodate the opinions and feelings of others concerning a matter. It also means that you’re not discriminatory on the account of religion, sex, race, beliefs, rather, you’re aware of human differences. Being open-minded makes you do away with preconceived notions and becoming judgemental. It means you’re in for healthy discussions and robust communication regardless of who’s involved.
Look For Shared Interests
One of the ways to be likeable is to associate with those with whom you have shared interest. If you want to build a likeable personality always identify with people of shared interest, hobbies, goals, belief systems, which can be a basis for conversations and friendship.
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