How To Appear More Approachable To Others

No matter the career path that you’ve chosen, one of the most essential things that you can have if you want to grow is good people skills. Being able to make your coworkers and clients comfortable talking to you is invaluable, but managing to become a “people person” is much easier said than done.

There are hundreds (if not thousands) of books and courses that claim to be able to make people more personable, and some of the advice is more valuable than others. However, there are a few tried-and-true methods to come off as more affable. Here are some examples.

Open Up your Body Language

It’s common for people to think that they’re the only ones who are nervous about how they come off to others, but the truth is that no one wants to be a bother. If you’re conveying with your body language that you aren’t interested in talking, people may avoid you.

You can become much more approachable by simply opening up your body language. Avoid crossing your arms in front of you and stand up straight. It sounds a little silly, but this “open” body posture makes you seem much more… well… open to others.

Stay Focused

Nobody likes being ignored—it makes them feel boring, or like they aren’t all that important to you. For that reason, becoming a good listener is critical to making yourself appear more personable.

While remaining focused on every word someone says may be a little bit of a challenge to pull off consistently, even just consciously making an effort to engage with what other people are saying may help. You should also consider whether you use your phone too much while others are talking, and how that may appear.

Greet People With a Smile!

Smiling constantly while talking to someone may feel a little bit unnatural, but that’s okay—forcing it may look a little unnatural as well. You don’t have to plaster a grin on your face every moment you talk to someone, but a well-timed smile when meeting someone for the first time makes you seem warm and inviting.

If you find that you don’t have much confidence in your smile, you might want to ask your dentist about cosmetic dentistry. Teeth whitening, dental bonding, and even veneers can beautify your smile and make those kinds of introductions a little easier.

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At Care 32 Dental, we know that there are plenty of dentists on the market, which is why everyone on our team works hard to continuously earn your trust whenever you visit our office. We make an effort to not only provide you with excellent dental care but also to make sure that you’ll be completely comfortable every moment that you’re in our office.

If you have any questions about how a beautiful smile can improve the impression you make on others, we can be reached at our website or by phone at (469) 837-8351.