19 simple social skills that will make you more likable

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Don't underestimate the power of being likable.

• Likability isn't necessarily inherent.

• You can practice certain behaviors in order to appear - and become - more likable.

• Practices range from smiling more to honing your listening skills.

Being likable is entirely under your control.

All it takes is the ability to pick up a few key social skills that build emotional intelligence.

To help you out, we sifted through the Quora thread "What are useful social skills that can be picked up quickly?," talked to an etiquette expert, and looked to some social psychology researchers.

Here are 19 simple ways to start crafting a "million-dollar personality" and become the most likable person in the room: