How to be popular

It's OK to admit it - we all want to be liked. Today share some fail safe tips

Don't smile at people too soon
"If you beam too quickly, you risk looking insincere," When you meet
someone, pause and look for something you
really like - their smile, their
shoes, whatever - then let a warm, genuine smile spread across your face.
This signals 'discerning approval' rather than a carpet-bomb approach and
makes them feel they've earned your respect.

Let them 'showpony'
It's not enough to ask people about themselves. "The real trick is to give
them a chance to showcase a story about themselves," Instead of, "How was
work today?" ask, "What was your worst job?" Swap, "Is that top vintage?"
for, "I love your outfit. Who are your biggest style influences?" As Katy
Perry says of her husband Russell Brand, "His eye for detail was impeccable.
He made me realise he was listening and understanding me and wanting to jump
into my world."

Self-depreciate, slightly
"If someone says they love your new haircut and you reply, 'Ugh, I hate it,'
it sounds like you're saying they have bad taste," "Their compliment took
guts, and the only response is to smile and thank them." But if you're
telling a complimentary story about yourself, it's smart to slip in a joke,