How to Appear More Attractive and Confident

Spending a few extra moments getting ready in the morning helps you appear more attractive and confident.

Even if you weren't born with model looks and killer confidence, making a few adjustments to your habits can make you appear more attractive and confident to others. Whether you're looking to make new friends, find a new job or score a promotion within your current company, polishing up your outward appearance may be the ticket to success. People generally like dealing with others who exhibit confidence. Changing your habits may feel uncomfortable at first, but keep trying and soon the confidence will come naturally.

Things You'll Need

• Comb
• Iron
• Tweezers
• Shaver

Instructions

1. Practice good grooming. Combing and styling your hair in addition to wearing unwrinkled and well-fitted clothes can both boost your confidence and make you look more attractive.

2. Maintain your personal hygiene. This includes brushing your teeth and flossing daily in addition to tweezing your eyebrows and shaving as necessary. Caring for your appearance not only helps you look better, it may make you feel better.

3. Stand tall with your shoulders back. This stance helps you convey confidence through body language.

4. Avoid crossing your arms. Instead, let them hang at your side to make yourself seem more approachable and confident.

5. Smile when you talk. Smiling helps you feel better, and also leads others to view you in a positive light.

6. Look people in the eye when you talk to them. Eye contact helps build rapport with people and makes you appear attractive and confident.

References

• University of Virginia: University Career Services: Business Etiquette Essentials
• Fox News: "10 Nightly Rituals That Improve Your Appearance"; Farah Averill; May 25, 2011
• MTD Sales Training: Confident Body Language