Online Dating Tips

When you are not in a relationship, it seems everyone else is paired off. It is complicated trying to date, especially while working to become a professional administrative assistant. There is no magic answer, but hopefully I can help guide you through the murky waters. 

One of the most popular ways to find a potential partner is online dating. Here are a few hints about how to get the right attention:

• Limit information - sometimes people want to put who they are out there so there is no question. Sometimes you put too much on your profile and it can scare off people. You want something to talk about in person right?
• Suggest a place to meet right in your profile. A friend posted on her profile that she knows the best place in town for a cup of coffee. She went there on numerous dates because it took some of the pressure off the first date. It was quite enough for talking yet right in the middle of town so it felt safe if the person turns out to be a creep. 
• Post a few good photos. You don't want to have too many or too few; I would recommend 3 or 4. You want one of yourself with a big smile showing you are pleasurable, but you also want to show off what you enjoy doing. A friend had one of her riding a jet-ski, she said that since she allured to her love of water, guys would inquire further. 
• Be cautious if they come across too much of anything. I have had guys come across too fast sexually, or guys be too demanding of setting up the first date after chatting online for a day or two. If there is any sign of them being too aggressive, reconsider them. 
• When you are on a date, make sure that is the only thing you are doing. You agreed to set time aside and go out, make sure you are giving them your attention. Silence your phone and put it away, the world can wait for an hour. If you have to be available for work, explain that, only take immediate work related calls/texts. If possible, please reply to work that you will get back to them a.s.a.p. 

If it goes well, great! If it doesn't go well, it's no big deal. Take a deep breath and remember that you will be fine without someone. Dating is only a part of your life; you have other things that make you a great person. Remember to maintain the other aspects of your life so you stay that great person someone will appreciate one day.