[header] How to make people want to be your best friend [title] Exude confidence. [step] People tend to flock to those who have a good sense of self-confidence. They often admire them and want to be around them. 
Project self-confidence to others, even if you don't have much, and you'll likely attract more friends. [substeps] The key to effective and attractive self-confidence is to not come off as cocky or self-centered.