Swift is famously generous. She gave huge bonuses to the Eras Tour employees, including its truck drivers. The three-and-a-half hour length of the tour’s performances was another form of generosity.

Likability is a tricky concept as a leader. While we recognize that being likable could be important, in general we aim to be competent. For some personality types, being likable might even seem to be ...

To connect with others, we can't hide large parts of ourselves. We have to be willing to reveal, to some extent, what we think, do, feel and relate to in order to give our conversation partner ...

This article follows the Direct Message methodology, designed to cut through the noise and reveal the deeper truths behind the stories we live. Who doesn’t want to be more likable? We all strive to be ...

"Other people's opinions of you are none of your business" is a popular saying in some corners of the Internet. Indeed, placing a premium on popularity and external validation has its pitfalls, like ...

In a world driven by social connection, being likable is a powerful tool. It can open doors, build lasting relationships, and make navigating life a more pleasant experience. But sometimes, people ...

Tension: Some of the most likable people you know—the ones who light up a room—go home feeling unseen and emotionally disconnected. Noise: Our culture confuses being liked with being known, and ...