A Man’s Guide To Online Dating

Posted by admin at 11:14 PM on 28, Mar 2011 Filed under:General, Meeting New People

Dating in general is more difficult for men than it is for women. However, finding dates online can be even more challenging. There isn’t a magic recipe for the perfect profile, but there are several things you can do to increase your odds without coming across as a creep. Here are a few tips for men who want to date online.

Profiles

You want to fill out your profile as completely as possible. But this doesn’t mean you should go overboard. In sections like music and hobbies, just list general genres or the most important hobbies you have. Try to avoid creating lists. Lists are going to do two things against you – first they are tedious to read through, and second they are limiting. Also avoid listing anything as far as dislikes go. If the profile has a section for pet peeves or dislikes, just list something general like ‘ask me’.

Photos

While many people will say that looks aren’t a priority, we have to be honest and understand that a poor profile photo will limit your chances. You don’t have to be GQ material to come up with some great photos. You want to avoid photos that come across as aggressive, so don’t make obscene gestures at the camera. This won’t make you look cool. Leave the props and editing out of the photos, you want real photos. Take shots from different angles and get a good combination of face and body shots. Leave your clothes on too. Don’t put up genital shots, even if you are putting an ad on a swingers,/a> site, most women know what they look like and willbe more impressed with a face and torso shot.

Honesty

You may think you have a better chance if women think you are 6’4” over the actual 5’9” that you are, but this will not end well for you. In fact, playing it down is a better idea. Don’t come up with outrageous income statements, weight, or build. Be honest and modest. If you play it down, the women will be more apt to actual like you at the first meeting.

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