Highly likable people do these 4 things when talking to others, say communication experts: ‘Make this a daily habit’

People who are well-liked at work tend to be good communicators.

They often know how to talk to all kinds of other people, no matter the setting. Strong communication can help strengthen relationships and build respect in the workplace, says Vanessa Van Edwards, a behavioral researcher and bestselling author who teaches a Harvard University program on “effective organizational communication.”

You can make a couple small changes. to get the most of your interactions with your colleagues — starting with your first greeting to them, says Van Edwards. “Make it a habit to greet people warmly, whether it’s a smile, a nod or a quick, ‘Good morning.’”

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Then, when you’re talking, remember to be cognizant of your inflections, or how you change your vocal pitch and tone, adds Van Edwards, who’s also the instructor of MasterClass’ “People Intelligence” course. “Speak on the downward inflection. Don’t accidentally use uptalk — the question inflection — on a statement. This is especially important on your first impression and when you mention important information,” she says. “Make this a daily habit.”