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5 Reasons You Should Smile More as a Leader
Smiling is important for leadership
- It helps others relax. A smile communicates that you are safe and can be trusted.
- It draws people to you. If you want others to follow you, you can start by smiling more.
- It enables you to connect.Even if you don’t speak the same language, a smile is universally appreciated.
- It creates positive culture. Smiles communicate that your organization is a happy place to work.
It elevates your mood. Smiling has numerous physical and psychological benefits, including relieving stress, lowering your blood pressure, and boosting your immune system.
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Smiling is important for leadership
- It helps others relax. A smile communicates that you are safe and can be trusted.
- It draws people to you. If you want others to follow you, you can start by smiling more.
- It enables you to connect.Even if you don’t speak the same language, a smile is universally appreciated.
- It creates positive culture. Smiles communicate that your organization is a happy place to work.
It elevates your mood. Smiling has numerous physical and psychological benefits, including relieving stress, lowering your blood pressure, and boosting your immune system.
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