6 Ways to Become Well-Liked
At our Midwest summer camp, we focus on individual empowerment. Just as our campers maximize fun and sociability at camp, a recent blog by Lolly Daskal reinforces some ways that help one maximize sociability and become well-liked. See below for bullets, with the whole article at this link to become more well-liked.
Well-Liked Traits
Be positive and encouraging.
An attitude of positivity and praise goes a long way. People are drawn to positivity.
Have fun! Seriously.
Be sensitive to what’s going on around you; there will be times your playful side can have free rein, but at others, it will be necessary to hold back
Draw people out.
Be curious about other people; because people love talking about themselves, you’ll gain a reputation as a great conversationalist and extremely personable.
Pay attention to nonverbal communication.
Adopt a confident stance, smile, make eye contact, stand upright, and uncross your arms.
Be vulnerable, and present the best parts of yourself.
Have your actions match your words and present your authentic self in every situation. Our social skills and deeper relationships are happiest when we give people a bit of our heart rather than a piece of our mind.
Being smart is good; being social is better.
Smart people are especially susceptible to certain social mistakes, like interrupting, discounting other people’s input, or cultivating a know-it-all air. Don’t let your intelligence hold you back socially; be a likable person and spend more time being engaging.