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Show And Tell And Date?
By Gary Kelly

Three simple steps for getting kissed online.

We all want to make a good first impression.

When we go out on a first date, the average person will spend about an hour getting ready. We make sure we look good, our hair is combed and we have the breath mints just in case. We take the time to put our best foot forward. We want the other person to find us attractive. Attractiveness, for many, is based initially on how another person looks.

If we all know this, the question becomes, why is it so many people do not post their picture in their online dating profile?

Regardless of ones personal feelings, it has been shown repeatedly that people who post their picture in their online dating profile are much more likely to have interaction with other members of the site.

So if you usually take an hour to get ready to go out, why not take ten minutes and freshen up your profile.

If you do these three simple things, you should see positive changes and hopefully, more virtual kisses.

1. Post Your Picture!

People who post their picture have more interaction with other members of online dating sites. Many people are still are somewhat weary about posting their picture online. Perhaps some may feel there is a stigma associated with online dating. Many people do not realize exactly how many other people are using online dating as an added way to meet new friends.

Fact is, online dating is still growing strong. It recently has been reported by CNN that in 2004, 40 Million people logged onto personals sites each and every month.

Regardless if you are a busy professional who literally does not have the time or recently retired and looking for a person with similar interests, online dating can be very helpful in expanding your social network of friends. Remember 40 million can’t be wrong. Why not let some of them see your picture?

2. Don’t Describe Yourself!

That’s Right – Don’t Describe Yourself. Talk about yourself instead!

You should try and describe what you like to do on the weekends or what your hobbies are, rather then what you physically look like. People should already know what you look like if you have completed step one.

Tell people about something interesting you have done or a vacation you have been on. People can get your basic stats from your profile. Use the opening space as an opportunity to show others what kind of person you are. Show them what interests you as a person.

Why is it important to describe yourself properly?

In a recent Nielsen/Netratings pole, 70% of respondents said, “how people described themselves” was the second most important reason for contacting someone. Remember, a sense of humor goes a long way in your opening profile as well.

3. Be Honest!

Sounds simple because it is.

Be honest about your picture.

Be honest when describing yourself.

Post a current picture and don’t forget to smile!!

I know this may sound odd but there are many reports out there of people posting pictures that are very old and the quality is poor. Other pictures look like mug shots taken after a night on the town.

As a general rule of thumb - Don’t post any picture where you are wearing something that is finally coming back into style.

Ladies should be aware that men are much more likely to be cheating on a spouse / partner if they do not have a picture posted in their profile.

Not certain where to start?

Increasingly, there are more dating websites focusing on a particular niche or activity. Members will join a particular dating site because the site is based on an activity that the person likes to do. For many, having an activity as a common starting point can be a great icebreaker. Talking about your golf game is a great way to get the conversation flowing.

If you are interested in expanding your golf network, why not visit www.DateAGolfer.com?

Gary Kelly
www.DateAGolfer.com