Get Your Profile Some Help - Dating Tips for Guys

by: ChrisBenjamin
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Meeting women online is a great way to practice a few techniques that will get you far in the long run. Online dating has the advantage of putting you in control of the situation, and avoiding the awkwardness of real-life rejection. But how do you get her to notice you? Your online profile is the key to success.

Your profile is your chance to make a first impression with potential dates online, so you need to take care to do it right. If you blow it, you will find yourself asking why you aren't getting any responses. Writing a profile is actually an art form, and it is actually pretty simple when you get down to it.

Knowing what to avoid is as important as knowing what to include. These common mistakes will generate a complete lack of interest. Making a big show of being a "nice guy" is a huge bore, because you will end up sounding like everyone else. Including too many personal details is also a losing tactic. Posting a picture that is poorly lit, old, or completely unflattering is not going to do you any favors. If you do the above, you will find yourself wondering why no one is responding to you.

If these are examples of how to do it wrong, then how do you get it right? Let's use some of David Deangelo's priceless advice. For starters, use "cocky & funny" to get noticed. If you start out sounding like a suck-up, women will think you are needy and desperate. When in doubt, be funny.

David Deangelo suggests using the "cocky-funny" technique to generate interest in real life, and online. Use it in your profile and watch how well it works. Instead of writing, "looking for a nice girl to spoil" try to spin it, "looking for girl who wants to spoil me rotten." Be sure to make it clear that you are joking, otherwise you might end up sounding like a jerk.

Maybe the most important piece of advice is this next bit. Leave out as many details as possible. I know, it sounds crazy, but believe me, it works. This is called "being mysterious", and it means making her do some guess work. This gets her imagination going, and makes her want to know more.

Last, but not least, use a photo that is current, interesting, and unique to you. If you are an outdoorsy type, use a good shot from a hike. If you travel a lot, post an image of yourself in an exotic place. Do not post a picture from 5 years ago. Be certain that the lighting and angle are flattering. The idea is to look like yourself, at your best.

So, as a quick review for your profile: be "cocky and funny", be mysterious, and use an image that generates interest. By sticking to these very simple guidelines, you will have more success with online dating than you ever thought possible.