We have put together a list of tips to help you get that date you’ve been waiting for.
1. Use an attractive and recent photo. Chose a photo that looks like you now. After all you don’t want people to be disappointed when they meet you.
2. Be honest in your profile. Lies tend to catch up with you and besides wouldn’t you rather people liked you for who you really are and not because of some false image you have created?
3. Put your best foot forward. You are advertising yourself so try to think about the unique factors that make you different from other people.
4. Be flexible in what you are looking for as may be surprised. Decide what things you are not willing to compromise on and then be open about the rest. The fussier you are the more you limit your choices.
5. Be kind in your responses. Treat people, as you would want to be treated. If you aren’t keen – send a polite reply to say you are not interested.
6. Guard your privacy. Avoid giving your personal details to anyone until you feel happy that it is safe. Get to know people on Skype or over email before meeting them as you can learn a lot about them. Always plan a first date in a public place and never at home. Let someone know where you are going and when you are due back.
7. Plan a short first date. Keep the first date short and simple. It is always better to finish a date wanting more. And if it is a disaster, at least it won’t have wasted too much of your time.
8. Give people a chance. If a first date isn’t a disaster but you aren’t totally sure whether you like the other person, try going on another date with them. Sometimes we can be too quick to judge people and we can miss out on a great potential partner.
9. Get to know people in context. If a date progresses into a relationship, make sure that you see them in the context of their friends and family. Be very wary if they never introduce you to anyone – it could suggest they have something to hide.
10. Enjoy it. Dating and meeting new people should be fun, so relax and try not to worry. And maintain your sense of humour because online dating is likely to involve the odd bad date amongst hopefully lots of good ones.
Now go out there and get that date and good luck!
MatchMeHappy.co.uk Team