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110 seem to be. Also, people mimic the expressions on the faces they see, so if you smile, you’re more likely to be smiled at. 2.  Be easily impressed and interested . Most people get more pleasure from wowing you with their humor than from being wowed by your humour. 3. Have a friendly and open behavior . Lean toward people, nod, say “Uh-huh”, turn your body to face the other person’s body. Don’t turn away, cross your arms, answer in monosyllables, or scan the room (or look at your mobile phone!) as the other person talks. 4. Remember trait transfer . What you say about other people influences how people see you. If you describe a group mate as brilliant and charismatic, your acquaintance may associate you with those qualities. If you describe a group mate as arrogant and stubborn, those traits will stick to you. So watch what you say. 5. Laugh at yourself . A sense of humor will make you more likable and approachable. However, keep it light. You’ll make others uncomfortable if you run yourself down too much. 6.  Radiate energy and good humor . Because of the phenomenon of “emotional contagion,” people catch the emotions of other people, and they prefer to catch a good, energetic mood. 7.  Show your liking for another person . We’re much more apt to like someone if we think that person likes us. Look for ways to signal that you enjoy a person’s company. 8. Try to remember the person’s name ! Studies suggest that we decide how close a relationship we’ll have with a new acquaintance within the first ten minutes of meeting that person. So make a big effort to be openly friendly the first time you meet someone. (Abridged from Eight Tips to Make Yourself Likable ) 1) What are eight ways to show people that you want to be friendly with them? 2) Which one do you find the most useful? 3) Which of them do you use? 4) Can you add anything to the list?