Positive people generally have positive outcomes. How many times do you meet someone at networking event who is a downer? Does this person only talk about negative stories from the news? Does this person only talk about negative aspects of his/her job? While there is a time and place for such negativity, it shouldn’t happen when just getting to know people.
Therefore, I suggest that you focus your energy on positivity when around others. Individuals don’t want to be around negative people. We have enough daily bad news that we heard about.
Below are 15 reasons why you should have a positive attitude when getting to know others:
1. It is a downer to be around negative people
2. You will make someone’s day with your uplifting spirit and smile
3. You will continue to build your personal brand in a positive way
4. You should treat people how they you would want to be treated
5. You will be more successful in building relationships and your business
6. You will have greater potential to reach your networking goals
7. You will enjoy meeting new people
8. You will be open to new opportunities
9. People will gravitate towards you
10. You will build a sizable network
11. People will like you
12. You will feel better about yourself
13. You will lead a fulfilling life
14. People will introduce you to other individuals
15. You will tend to be proactive and want to get to know people
What other reasons can you come up with?
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2. You will make someone’s day with your uplifting spirit and smile
I can't say enough about this one! My wife was in horticulture for years. All the growers and landscapers loved her. Their reason? She was always smiling! A smile puts people at ease. The best thing we can ALL do is learn to smile more!
Posted by: Jim O'Donnell | January 17, 2008 at 07:05 AM
Thanks for sharing Jim. Yes, a smile can go along way. It shows that you are open to conversation and makes you approachable.
Posted by: Jason Jacobsohn | January 17, 2008 at 08:39 PM