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“Your day usually goes the way the corners of your mouth turn. The most powerful single thing you can do to influence others is to smile at them.” quote by Harvey Mackay
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“Your day usually goes the way the corners of your mouth turn. The most powerful single thing you can do to influence others is to smile at them.”

Harvey Mackay

About This Quote

Source Book: The 7 Secrets of the 7‑Figure Salesman, 2008

Your facial expression influences how others perceive you; smiling can positively affect interactions.

In simple terms: Smiling influences others positively.

Key Takeaway

Smile to improve influence.

Themes

communication social influence emotions behavior

Mood

optimistic encouraging

Type

motivational practical

When to use this quote

  • customer service
  • team meetings
  • public speaking
  • networking
  • teaching

Key Concepts

Psychology social dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • When have you used a smile to change a situation?
  • Can a smile be misinterpreted?
A Different Perspective

Smiles may not change deep attitudes, only surface perception.

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