It's human nature to want to be liked, but getting other people to like you can seem tough if you're shy or don't know how to go about it. Trying to be different than you are won't help, but adopting the following behaviors will show other people how likable and friendly you are.

Body Language

• Smile. Smiling is a great opening gesture because it signals to other people that you are a warm person who likes them.
• Open palm gesture. Another way of using non verbal communication to show that you're friendly and genuine is to show the palms of your hands when talking. Try not to over do it, but when speaking earnestly about a subject, turn your hands so that your palms face upwards. This is considered to be a sign of honesty.
• Eyes. Use more body language to signal positive intention by looking directly at the person you want to like you as you greet them or talk. There's a difference between looking and staring though, so try not to glare.
• Stance. Stand so that you're directly facing the person you're communicating with. Give them your full attention and focus on them, rather than being distracted by other things going on around you.

Conversation

• Name. Remember the name of the person you want to like you, and use it when you speak with them. Don't drop their name into every sentence, or it will seem false. However, using their name when appropriate will make them feel more special.
• Questions. Ask them questions about themselves. This is a great way to break the ice, and it shows you're interested in them as a person.
• Modesty. Some people try to impress others by bragging about their achievements. They hope this will make people like them, but it turns them off, rather than on. Instead, practice the art of modesty, so that as your skills and talents are gradually discovered naturally, they come as a nice surprise.
• Positivity. Being down and out may make people feel sorry for you, but it won't make them gravitate towards you and want to spend time with you as a friend or romantic partner. Save doom and gloom for another occasion, and try to be positive in your communication.
• Active listening. Active listening is where you let the person you're communicating with know that you've really heard what they are saying to you, so they know they have your full attention. You can do this by repeating important points they've told you back to them, but with different words, in the form of a summary.

Behavior

• Remember. Show someone that you like you're good friend/relationship material by remembering things which are important to them, such as special occasions, and things they like or dislike.
• Reliability. Always show up when you say you will, or do what you've promised to do.
• Thoughtfulness. Be kind and considerate. Think about ways of being helpful and kind.

Getting someone to like you, requires you to show that you like them, and are a friendly and likable person to know. By listening attentively to what another person has to say, being open and positive, and by behaving like a real friend, you can soon get them to like you.