Monday, 24 May 2010
Monday, 10 May 2010
Tips For Successful Dating Online
What is a successful date? Does it mean it leads on to relationship and romance? Well you that would be cool. But it doesn't have to mean that. A successful date can be one where you got on very well, had a great time and things ended on excellent terms. Not every date we go on will end this way, but they should if we plan our dating a little more carefully.
My main concern is that we often just accept dates from the next person who shows and interest and we hope that we get on okay. The problem here is that we are being passive in our dating game. We are receivers without a game plan. Our dating is bound to be far more successful if we are the ones going out and choosing who we would like to date from a selection of those who are compatible.
To do this successfully you first have to have an idea of who you are most likely to get on with and be truthful when you do it. If you insist on dating everyone, 50% of the people you meet won't be compatible straight away. In which case you will have half of all your dates as a complete waste of time. Stop doing that and start analyzing what kind of people you get on with. Okay I could say the following@
I like people who are aged 29 to 36, single and never previously married, no children but would like a child sometime. Should be Christian to an extent, well educated, reasonably tall and have long blonde hair. They should be receptive to the idea of marriage like winter sports and live within 100 miles of my home.
Okay if I do this then I can be accused of many things here but this is just an example. The effect though is to set some criteria by which I can date and from which I am likely to see some successful dating. If I don't make a dating profile then its open to all comers. That's okay. Maybe you simply don't care and want to meet anyone you can., In which case spread your net widely. The problem is though that you are not going to please everyone and once again 50% of your dates will be a complete waste of time.
Recognize that none of us are compatible with everyone. Reclines your minimum dating requirements and then ensure you match the requirements you set. There is absolutely no point in setting the following if you don't match yourself.
I am looking to meet a guy who is 6 feet 2" or taller, must be athletic and a professional sportsman with an income of over $200k a year. They must be extremely attractive, own their own house and sports car and be able to surf.
If you are five feet 1", out of shape and maybe overweight with no career and a low income and cannot swim then what you have done is just describe your ideal fantasy figure not your probable dating criteria. I am not for one second saying you won't be attractive to the character you have described but to date successfully you must establish ground where you are most likely to be compatible and will easily match.
The next thing to consider when looking at successful dating are your expectations. If you are expecting instant love at first sight followed by a perfect romance and children then that's great. The issue here is that it may not happen that way. I wish it would but it doesn't. So being realistic and expecting little is often the best way to date. If you do then one of these days you are in for a nice surprise. Greet every date with optimism but don't go over the top. If you make a new friend then you have done well. Don't expect Cupid at every turn. It will happen but maybe not just yet.
Successful dates are simple dates. They are casual and fun. Believe me when I say that desperation comes across as though you have a placard over your head announcing it. Never ever be desperate to date. If you are then this is the time to take a breather ironically. How many times has someone said that you meet a person when you least expect it. Its true, that's why. So successful dating is when its part of your monthly routine but not the be all and end all.
Successful dates are when you are at your most casual and most upbeat and most relaxed. Successful dates happen when you are focused but in a good mood. Put the rest of your house on order and your dates will naturally take on a new glow because you will be far more positive and organized.
To summarize:
* Successful dating involves setting realistic match criteria
* Successful dating involves establishing dating boundaries
* Successful dating means being prepared and upbeat
* Successful dating means keeping things simple and fun
* Successful dating means dating the right people for you
* Successful dating means being realistic about your expectations
* Successful dating means being patient
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Twitter = HHHGAME2010
Facebook = matchperfect page
Website = www.matchperfect.co.uk
You Tube = www.youtube.com/matchperfect
Wordpress = www.hhhgame.wordpress.com
My main concern is that we often just accept dates from the next person who shows and interest and we hope that we get on okay. The problem here is that we are being passive in our dating game. We are receivers without a game plan. Our dating is bound to be far more successful if we are the ones going out and choosing who we would like to date from a selection of those who are compatible.
To do this successfully you first have to have an idea of who you are most likely to get on with and be truthful when you do it. If you insist on dating everyone, 50% of the people you meet won't be compatible straight away. In which case you will have half of all your dates as a complete waste of time. Stop doing that and start analyzing what kind of people you get on with. Okay I could say the following@
I like people who are aged 29 to 36, single and never previously married, no children but would like a child sometime. Should be Christian to an extent, well educated, reasonably tall and have long blonde hair. They should be receptive to the idea of marriage like winter sports and live within 100 miles of my home.
Okay if I do this then I can be accused of many things here but this is just an example. The effect though is to set some criteria by which I can date and from which I am likely to see some successful dating. If I don't make a dating profile then its open to all comers. That's okay. Maybe you simply don't care and want to meet anyone you can., In which case spread your net widely. The problem is though that you are not going to please everyone and once again 50% of your dates will be a complete waste of time.
Recognize that none of us are compatible with everyone. Reclines your minimum dating requirements and then ensure you match the requirements you set. There is absolutely no point in setting the following if you don't match yourself.
I am looking to meet a guy who is 6 feet 2" or taller, must be athletic and a professional sportsman with an income of over $200k a year. They must be extremely attractive, own their own house and sports car and be able to surf.
If you are five feet 1", out of shape and maybe overweight with no career and a low income and cannot swim then what you have done is just describe your ideal fantasy figure not your probable dating criteria. I am not for one second saying you won't be attractive to the character you have described but to date successfully you must establish ground where you are most likely to be compatible and will easily match.
The next thing to consider when looking at successful dating are your expectations. If you are expecting instant love at first sight followed by a perfect romance and children then that's great. The issue here is that it may not happen that way. I wish it would but it doesn't. So being realistic and expecting little is often the best way to date. If you do then one of these days you are in for a nice surprise. Greet every date with optimism but don't go over the top. If you make a new friend then you have done well. Don't expect Cupid at every turn. It will happen but maybe not just yet.
Successful dates are simple dates. They are casual and fun. Believe me when I say that desperation comes across as though you have a placard over your head announcing it. Never ever be desperate to date. If you are then this is the time to take a breather ironically. How many times has someone said that you meet a person when you least expect it. Its true, that's why. So successful dating is when its part of your monthly routine but not the be all and end all.
Successful dates are when you are at your most casual and most upbeat and most relaxed. Successful dates happen when you are focused but in a good mood. Put the rest of your house on order and your dates will naturally take on a new glow because you will be far more positive and organized.
To summarize:
* Successful dating involves setting realistic match criteria
* Successful dating involves establishing dating boundaries
* Successful dating means being prepared and upbeat
* Successful dating means keeping things simple and fun
* Successful dating means dating the right people for you
* Successful dating means being realistic about your expectations
* Successful dating means being patient
Skype = powerhouse2010
Twitter = HHHGAME2010
Facebook = matchperfect page
Website = www.matchperfect.co.uk
You Tube = www.youtube.com/matchperfect
Wordpress = www.hhhgame.wordpress.com
Sunday, 9 May 2010
First Impressions: Look Good When Dating
In you stroll, looking hot in that new dress or skirt with the Manolo's or Jimmy Choo shoes. You know you look good -- after all, it cost you a fortune. You are feeling confident due to the way you are looking and you know others can see it too. Does that ring true? Well maybe, maybe not. On the other hand, in you stroll, black Armani or Hugo Boss suit, Italian leather shoes, handmade shirt. You are feeling good, you are feeling successful and you are feeling confident. Yes, my friends, in this fatuous day and age we are what we wear.
This is not to say that we need to spend a King's ransom on the latest designer gear, fashions, style and hand crafted luxury wear from Italy or wherever. But when we dress well we feel good, we believe we look good and we feel we can do anything we choose. So when dating, it's important to look good because if you do, you will feel good too. Good style means a good level of confidence.
Forget arguing about body shape and expense in your defense against my argument here, it doesn't wash. You can look stylish and classic whatever your shape within reason and whatever your budget. Black will always be classic and well tailored clothes will always look a cut above the rest. I cannot walk down any high street or through any mall these days without being inundated with a sense of style. Everywhere we look there are shops desperate to dress you well. The fact that you don't choose to go in them is not the point. Therefore turning up for your first date in a comfy sweatshirt or sports top may make you feel relaxed but it shows absolute contempt for your date who has spent the best part of the last two hours getting ready for your squalid self. Get a grip man.
While our female readership doesn't need a lecture in self presentation generally, our male readership often does. The first thing for men to remember is that a woman will judge you by looking straight down at your shoes. You may not see what the fuss is about but she may as well be looking straight past your shoes, all the way down to hell. The fact is, the truth is in the detail. You have washed and scrubbed up well, but casting a more detailed glance over you and the small discrepancies are soon revealed. Missing cufflinks, tie all over the place, missing shirt button etc. All mean that deep down either you are a deeply wild and windswept sex god or you are a disaster in the making who has no idea of style and presentation. If you can't dress yourself buddy, what makes you think you can undress her?
But shoes are the biggest giveaway because men think of them as practical necessities that are comfortable rather than looking at the style involved. It is obvious what is classic and in fashion right now, simply turn your eyes and look through the window of the nearest ubiquitous show store. Once you have bought them, ensure they match the rest of the outfit. No don't mix brown with black and if shoeshine cream is as rare as diamonds in your apartment then get back to the shop and sort it out. Good shoes mean that you have attention to detail, she has seen and she has noted!
Men often make the mistake of thinking that the woman is relaxed and kind of a casual gal so he doesn't need to go mad when meeting up. He can be smart but casual. The bad news is most men are casual, not smart but casual. It doesn't happen in my experience. Men have no idea at all what is like to get ready as a woman. The fact that you look subtle and classically understated is lost on a man. He thinks it took you 5 minutes to get ready. He has no idea. Which is why he threw on the white shirt that needed an iron and a pair of casual trousers in such a carefree fashion.
Do not believe GQ-style magazines, however marvelous they are. While there is a small core of very well dressed men out there, they are not the norm. Take your average guy shopping to the mall on a Saturday afternoon and see how long he lasts. Whilst men have a better idea about appearance and do know some label makes and names, they are still eons behind women. But all is not lost. A man with a career can sort himself out in a few easy steps, he simply needs to get his wallet out.
Every man over the age of 25 should have a black, classic, single-breasted, good-quality suit together with the same in navy blue. He should have a casual jacket and a collection of plain colored well made cotton shirts. He should have three pairs of good quality leather shoes, in black and brown and they should be modern and in good condition. A man should have a good quality masculine watch. This is very important as it is possibly the only piece of jewelry a man may ever display. Okay a watch is a timepiece and a necessity but it speaks volumes about you. Some women have expressed a liking for men with large masculine sports watches, but whatever you do wear, it should be a classic as it will speak volumes about your taste.
You should always carry on you a good quality leather wallet that is not stuffed with receipts, preferably in black which you always wear within a jacket pocket, not stuffed into a pocket of your trousers. Whilst you may begin to think I am trying to describe James Bond, you are not far wrong. You can do far worse than to watch a Bond movie to get a sense of class and style. Neither am I suggesting that you alter your image from that which is really you. But as we are discussing first impressions, then you will need to think carefully about the way you do present yourself.
I can only think of a handful of men in my lifetime who do smart but casual well. For many men, it means jeans and a crumpled shirt with the sleeves rolled up. Take a good look about you and think long and hard about your current image and get some feedback from female friends as to how they really perceive your look. You may get a nasty shock. If you are pleasantly surprised then you are on your way.
Looking good is important, as is feeling comfortable. However along with this you should smell good. For men, Aftershave and cologne of a high quality are essential, and the less mainstream the better. For a start, if it is not one of the perennial brands then your date may not have smelled the scent before and will find it unusual and possibly attractive. She will most certainly notice. This is all part of making a good impression. It shows you have made an effort for her and you care. More than one Aftershave is good, a lemon based on for day wear and a heavier woody cologne for the evening with a hint of musk. But always consult and test because many Aftershaves do not suit some types of skin. So spray and then walk round the store before deciding.
Looking and smelling good is not a one-off situation. For second and subsequent dates you need to keep up the good work so I am not recommending your first impression-making attempts are not really you. Take a long hard look at your current image and begin to change things for the better if necessary. And certainly for the long term. Finally, remember that your efforts will be appreciated even if nothing is ever said. In one short phrase, first impressions count.
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Website = www.matchperfect.co.uk
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Saturday, 8 May 2010
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Twitter = HHHGAME2010
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Friday, 7 May 2010
Dating With Confidence
To date successfully as a man or woman, you need to increase your confidence level. Some things are easy to change, while other idiosyncrasies will take some practice. One thing is certain: Nothing can be achieved without trying. If you never leave the house because you don't feel so great about yourself, then unless you use an Internet dating service, no one is going to come to you. Follow these tips give your confidence a boost, whether you're a single man or single woman:
* Establish whether you're truly ready to meet someone new. If so, then proceed. If not, take your time.
* Make a list addressing all the things you are not comfortable with about yourself. Be brutally honest.
* Establish which things you think people may not like about you and make a list. Get a second opinion, too.
* Address the way you look and the way you dress.
* Change the things you think you can do better
* By changing the most basic aspects of your looks, lifestyle and regime, you will instantly feel more confident. You will have a new you.
* Ensure you are comfortable with any changes you make.
* Make sure you are in shape or attempting to be. If you are dieting or exercising, remember to be patient as these changes will take a little while.
* Your confidence will grow as you feel better about yourself and others will sense it.
* Start to change the routines that drag you down. If you associate with people who criticize you, lose them fast.
* Start doing the things you wish you had always had the courage to do, like a hobby, sport or society. Don't look back.
* Learn to enjoy the smaller things in life and give yourself time specifically for these things. If you like to cook for friends, then start having dinner parties. Don't wait for others to invite you out.
* Stop accepting second best. Start making yourself the first priority.
* By looking and feeling good about yourself and widening your horizons, your life will begin to change for the better and your confidence levels will go up.
* Be selective about what kind of person you really like. And by the same token, talk to everyone. The more people who are interested, the higher your confidence levels.
* Start dating. If someone asks you out, accept.
* Set yourself some life goals as well as romantic goals. Other people love to be associated with driven and goal-orientated people. Confidence breeds confidence.
* Be proactive and ask someone out. Just do it, and accept freely that some people will say no. Many will also say yes.
* Learn to like and love yourself for who you are and what you want from your life. Do not allow negative family comments to influence you in any way.
* Make conversation with the nice people you meet along the way.
* Become sociable and look good at every opportunity. Be your own best advert.
* Remember that your confidence levels will become sky high by people saying yes to you. This will happen when you select the right kind of dates, so keep a realistic approach to dating.
* Walk away from anything you don't like and instill a positive mental attitude in everything you do.
* Stick with it and just keep going. Don't go back to what there was before. That's over.
Skype = Powerhouse20101
Twitter = HHHGAME2010
Website = www.matchperfect.co.uk
You Tube = www.youtube.com/matchperfect
* Establish whether you're truly ready to meet someone new. If so, then proceed. If not, take your time.
* Make a list addressing all the things you are not comfortable with about yourself. Be brutally honest.
* Establish which things you think people may not like about you and make a list. Get a second opinion, too.
* Address the way you look and the way you dress.
* Change the things you think you can do better
* By changing the most basic aspects of your looks, lifestyle and regime, you will instantly feel more confident. You will have a new you.
* Ensure you are comfortable with any changes you make.
* Make sure you are in shape or attempting to be. If you are dieting or exercising, remember to be patient as these changes will take a little while.
* Your confidence will grow as you feel better about yourself and others will sense it.
* Start to change the routines that drag you down. If you associate with people who criticize you, lose them fast.
* Start doing the things you wish you had always had the courage to do, like a hobby, sport or society. Don't look back.
* Learn to enjoy the smaller things in life and give yourself time specifically for these things. If you like to cook for friends, then start having dinner parties. Don't wait for others to invite you out.
* Stop accepting second best. Start making yourself the first priority.
* By looking and feeling good about yourself and widening your horizons, your life will begin to change for the better and your confidence levels will go up.
* Be selective about what kind of person you really like. And by the same token, talk to everyone. The more people who are interested, the higher your confidence levels.
* Start dating. If someone asks you out, accept.
* Set yourself some life goals as well as romantic goals. Other people love to be associated with driven and goal-orientated people. Confidence breeds confidence.
* Be proactive and ask someone out. Just do it, and accept freely that some people will say no. Many will also say yes.
* Learn to like and love yourself for who you are and what you want from your life. Do not allow negative family comments to influence you in any way.
* Make conversation with the nice people you meet along the way.
* Become sociable and look good at every opportunity. Be your own best advert.
* Remember that your confidence levels will become sky high by people saying yes to you. This will happen when you select the right kind of dates, so keep a realistic approach to dating.
* Walk away from anything you don't like and instill a positive mental attitude in everything you do.
* Stick with it and just keep going. Don't go back to what there was before. That's over.
Skype = Powerhouse20101
Twitter = HHHGAME2010
Website = www.matchperfect.co.uk
You Tube = www.youtube.com/matchperfect
Thursday, 6 May 2010
Wednesday, 5 May 2010
Monday, 3 May 2010
Going From Single To First Date (Finding Love Online)
When you are getting ready for that first big date, what do you do to get yourself prepared? Do you listen to country, classic rock, rap or pop music when getting ready?
Of course each person is different and may have many different ways of getting ready to meet that person you met through a popular online dating site for singles, but I think you will agree that getting those stomach butterflies are all part of making that all important first impression.
Without a doubt, the most important thing that you are looking for in your first date is that connection with the other person, something that you both have much in common, goals, interest, hobbies, or whatever it maybe. The best and sometimes the most important connections you make typically come from when you are feeling your confident self and your date will start to feed from your confidence as well. Connection made!
1. Be sure to give your full and prompt attention to your date Successful dating relationships is about the two of you together, this is what starts and keeps a great relationship going such as when two people form a mutual relationship or bond. Change in a relationship will always occur, but the change must occur naturally and not one that is forced. It's not about how you can change or define that person it's more about how the two of you can grow your relationship together. Many times the change will come from your growth that you both share and that only comes with time. Finding what is important to your date is done through simple fact finding questions without "digging" into someone's past.
2. Don't set your expectations to high before your first date So important that you get yourself into the right attitude and mood prior to meeting your date, remember the very first impressions are so critical and cannot be taken back, by this we mean do NOT set your expectations to high! You want to go into the first date with an open mind and with a positive outlook of getting to know this person for who they really are. Unequivocally, the foundation to long term mutually enjoyable relationship is built from honesty and trust. The more genuine you are from your very first date and forward the easier it will be to build and keep a long term exciting relationship. Have fun with online dating and most of all just relax be yourself and enjoy that first date.
Skype = powerhouse2010
Twitter = HHHGAME2010
Website = www.matchperfect.co.uk
Of course each person is different and may have many different ways of getting ready to meet that person you met through a popular online dating site for singles, but I think you will agree that getting those stomach butterflies are all part of making that all important first impression.
Without a doubt, the most important thing that you are looking for in your first date is that connection with the other person, something that you both have much in common, goals, interest, hobbies, or whatever it maybe. The best and sometimes the most important connections you make typically come from when you are feeling your confident self and your date will start to feed from your confidence as well. Connection made!
1. Be sure to give your full and prompt attention to your date Successful dating relationships is about the two of you together, this is what starts and keeps a great relationship going such as when two people form a mutual relationship or bond. Change in a relationship will always occur, but the change must occur naturally and not one that is forced. It's not about how you can change or define that person it's more about how the two of you can grow your relationship together. Many times the change will come from your growth that you both share and that only comes with time. Finding what is important to your date is done through simple fact finding questions without "digging" into someone's past.
2. Don't set your expectations to high before your first date So important that you get yourself into the right attitude and mood prior to meeting your date, remember the very first impressions are so critical and cannot be taken back, by this we mean do NOT set your expectations to high! You want to go into the first date with an open mind and with a positive outlook of getting to know this person for who they really are. Unequivocally, the foundation to long term mutually enjoyable relationship is built from honesty and trust. The more genuine you are from your very first date and forward the easier it will be to build and keep a long term exciting relationship. Have fun with online dating and most of all just relax be yourself and enjoy that first date.
Skype = powerhouse2010
Twitter = HHHGAME2010
Website = www.matchperfect.co.uk
Sunday, 2 May 2010
Dating Online Services
Dating online services have become so popular that they now rank as the biggest Internet based service or industry currently online. This has become especially true during the last five years with more online dating sites springing to life on the Internet daily. In fact, if you perform a search for dating online service on any of the leading search engines (Google, Yahoo or MSN) you will see millions of results, further proving just how popular these online matchmaker sites have truly become for webmasters.
With so many choices it's only natural for someone interested in finding a good online dating service to feel a bit overwhelmed and unable to decide where to begin their search. One tip to finding the right online dating site or service for your needs is to base your decision around what you hope to gain or accomplish from a membership to an online dating site. For example are you merely looking for a casual companion or are you interested in a more serious relationship? Do your goals for an online dating site include the hopes of finding a lifelong partner that you can marry? With so many different online dating sites catering to almost every conceivable niche there is no reason to doubt that you will easily find the best Internet dating service to fit your requirements.
Many online dating experts suggest sticking with the better known and respected online dating services such as match.com or eHarmony.com. This is especially true if you are in search of a lasting relationship and even hoping for the possibility of meeting someone special with the opportunity for marriage. Although the previously mentioned Internet dating sites are more expensive, they do truly offer a better chance of meeting your online dating expectations. Just keep in mind that not everyone who is signed up as a member of those dating services is looking for a looking for a long term relationship or commitment and may not even be remotely interested in marriage.
If you romantic needs are slightly less ambitious and you're simply interested in a more casual relationship then there are many other online dating services that may be better suited for your needs. However, always use caution when signing up for the smaller less known online dating sites. Sadly, many of these sites are merely scams setup to lure unsuspecting individuals looking for a little romance into emptying their pocketbooks. These types of unethical online dating services and sites should be avoided if possible and at the very least approached with caution.
Dating online services are a fantastic way to meet new people that share the same hobbies, likes and dislikes with you. Online dating services will allow you the opportunity to meet other people that ordinarily you never would have found through conventional dating. They offer a fun and exciting way to meet someone that could be your next Mr. or Ms. Right.
Skype = powerhouse20101
Twitter = HHHGAME2010
Website = www.matchperfect.co.uk
With so many choices it's only natural for someone interested in finding a good online dating service to feel a bit overwhelmed and unable to decide where to begin their search. One tip to finding the right online dating site or service for your needs is to base your decision around what you hope to gain or accomplish from a membership to an online dating site. For example are you merely looking for a casual companion or are you interested in a more serious relationship? Do your goals for an online dating site include the hopes of finding a lifelong partner that you can marry? With so many different online dating sites catering to almost every conceivable niche there is no reason to doubt that you will easily find the best Internet dating service to fit your requirements.
Many online dating experts suggest sticking with the better known and respected online dating services such as match.com or eHarmony.com. This is especially true if you are in search of a lasting relationship and even hoping for the possibility of meeting someone special with the opportunity for marriage. Although the previously mentioned Internet dating sites are more expensive, they do truly offer a better chance of meeting your online dating expectations. Just keep in mind that not everyone who is signed up as a member of those dating services is looking for a looking for a long term relationship or commitment and may not even be remotely interested in marriage.
If you romantic needs are slightly less ambitious and you're simply interested in a more casual relationship then there are many other online dating services that may be better suited for your needs. However, always use caution when signing up for the smaller less known online dating sites. Sadly, many of these sites are merely scams setup to lure unsuspecting individuals looking for a little romance into emptying their pocketbooks. These types of unethical online dating services and sites should be avoided if possible and at the very least approached with caution.
Dating online services are a fantastic way to meet new people that share the same hobbies, likes and dislikes with you. Online dating services will allow you the opportunity to meet other people that ordinarily you never would have found through conventional dating. They offer a fun and exciting way to meet someone that could be your next Mr. or Ms. Right.
Skype = powerhouse20101
Twitter = HHHGAME2010
Website = www.matchperfect.co.uk
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