7 Reasons Likable People Succeed

We all know this to be accurate, whether or not we are conscious of it. In the longer term, likable people win out over all others. It doesn't matter how intelligent, experienced, educated, or hard-working you are. Likable people are more fun to work with, inspire loyalty amongst their peers, and are "lighter to lift" within any team or organization.

I've seen many talented people fall into pessimism, office gossip, and time-consuming complaining. These people, often with absolutely zero intention, become irritating to others and, worst of all, harmful to themselves and their professional progression. And the sad part is that their lack of self-awareness paralyzes them.

At a certain level in our careers, we have the skills, talent, and capabilities to do the job. Unfortunately, their likability stops many people from reaching the next level. And managers and executives want likable people on their team when making hiring decisions and progression planning. Before we're professionals, we're all human beings. So it's natural to want to be surrounded by positive, uplifting people. If two people can do a job, sell a product or service or even sit next to us in our cubicle, the likable person will win every time.

Here are seven reasons likable people succeed:

1. No (or minimal) ego. Who likes an ego? No one.

2. Likable people elevate others. They praise, share credit, and enjoy other people's successes. Funnily enough, this quality elevates them the most. It's a testament to the lovely old truth that we keep what we give away.

3. They make us feel relaxed. Less-likable people create stress, tension and can even make people defensive and on edge. That's not enjoyable.

4.?"All else being equal, people do business with people they like,"?says Jeffrey Gitomer in?The Little Red Book of Selling.?This doesn't just stop with salespeople. It applies to all relationships - internally and even socially.

5. Positive attracts positive. Negativity repels. This is simple and yet so often misunderstood. A negative attitude, even if not directed at us, makes us want to avoid the person generating it. Positivity, on the other hand, is beautiful.

6. More so than ever, employers focus on creating supportive company cultures and understanding how much it contributes to an organization's success. Well-liked people supply much value to a professional culture.

7. Likable people are often inclusive and are, therefore, always included. They don't operate out of fear in the workplace but out of happiness and generosity. As a result, likable people are often consulted for their points of view and hold clout when decisions are being made.

Shawn Achor in?The Happiness Advantage?explains it best:?"Success orbits around happiness, not the other way around."

What have your observations been of likable people in the workplace? I'm keen to hear about them in the comments below.

Love and ease,?

Susie

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