A friend of mine was asked how it was possible for her to be happy at work every day. She responded by saying, “I am paid to smile!” What a refreshingly simple concept!

Do you remember when you were interviewed for the job?
I bet you were all smiles then! Employers don’t intentionally hire people with sour dispositions to interact with their customers or to build morale within the office. But, somewhere along the way you gave yourself permission to be grumpy. Maybe it was just for one day, at first.

Did you know that if you smile
 People will perceive you to be more confident and successful
 You are more likely to be promoted
 Your smile will have a powerful impact on closing sales and resolving customer service issues
 You will feel better

Today
The moment you step into the office, smile. Smile big! Smile at your co-workers. Smile while you talk on the phone. Smile at yourself. You are paid to smile.