I never knew likeability played such a huge role in how the world goes around. Hey, everybody knows they enjoy being around people they like, but I don’t think many of us consider why, or for that matter, try to be more likeable ourselves.
Some people might say working on being more likeable is caring too much about what other people think and working to please others. I disagree. I think being likeable is an absolute necessity for successful living. Here is why.
Think of it this way. You go in for an interview. You dress in a blue shirt and dark grey pants. Your shoes are shined to a perfect gloss. Your teeth are freshly whitened and glow when you smile. Your stylish leather Saddleback bag is draped over your shoulder and you feel great! Your introduction speech is perfectly memorized; your resume, flawless. You are confident you will get the job.
