A smile is contagious, and it can boost your mood and attitude. Smiling also releases the feel-good chemicals known as endorphins, making you happier in the moment.
Studies show that working in a happy environment can be just as important as the quality of your work. If you want your colleagues to want to be around you, don't frown all day; smile and encourage your team. This could help improve your team's performance, as well as your own.
Smiling also gives off an air of positivity, which can be a good thing in the long run, especially if you want to keep a good mood when dealing with stressful situations.
STEP 1: Smile More Often
Smile more often, especially when you're about to speak in front of a group of people, when talking with your boss, or when introducing someone to someone else.
Smiling at least twice a day will go a long way towards showing that you're interested in your colleagues and your coworkers. People who smile are seen as friendly, helpful, trustworthy, friendly, and approachable, and all of those qualities are beneficial to your success.
STEP 2: Try to Stay Positive
If you're feeling negative or unhappy, make sure that you take some positive steps to change it. For example, if you're stressed, try getting outside or taking some deep breaths. If you're having a bad day, find something enjoyable. If you're stuck on a project, try brainstorming with your colleagues.
Don't force happiness though. Don't force a smile. It takes a little bit of effort to be positive and happy all the time. Just be consistent.
STEP 3: Stop Worrying about What Others Think
Do you worry about how others perceive you? This can be a very destructive thought pattern that keeps you from being the person you really want to be.
If you want to make more money, then stop worrying so much about whether others think you're successful or not. That's their problem. Let them see you smile, talk positively, and enjoy your job. If they love what you do, they'll love you.
Smile more 😊