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Monday, June 16, 2008
WHAT YOU MUST KNOW BEFORE
A lot of our members are always asking what the should know about someone before they meet offline. So we have prepared a top ten list to help you all out.
1) The person’s real name
2) Whether the person lives on his/her own or with others or even still lives with mum and dad
3) Something about the person’s “roots” to get a sense of where they came from
4) How the person makes a living
5) The person’s personal values
6) What the person does for fun – his/her leisure preferences and energy level
7) The degree to which the person uses any legal or illicit substances
8) What the person is currently seeking in a relationship (causal, serious or up for grabs)
9) The person’s criminal history, if any
10) Whether the person has any children and how many
1) The person’s real name
2) Whether the person lives on his/her own or with others or even still lives with mum and dad
3) Something about the person’s “roots” to get a sense of where they came from
4) How the person makes a living
5) The person’s personal values
6) What the person does for fun – his/her leisure preferences and energy level
7) The degree to which the person uses any legal or illicit substances
8) What the person is currently seeking in a relationship (causal, serious or up for grabs)
9) The person’s criminal history, if any
10) Whether the person has any children and how many
Labels: dating, do's and don'ts, online dating, potential date, safety, tips, trying online dating
Wednesday, April 30, 2008
Online Dating Great Icebeaking emails
It's not always easy figuring out how to break the ice in the first e-mail you send to someone who's caught your eye online. So we asked online dating users for some great ways to break the ice online and this was the response.
* If our moms were setting us up on a blind date, what three things would your mom tell mine about you?
*if you could have a conversation with three people, living or dead, who would they be and why?
*Favorite movie of all time?
*Last concert you saw?
* What's your favorite beach in the world?
*Who was your favorite public figure, be in inside or outside of politics.
* What's the next country you want to visit?
* What one thing are you craving today?
*If you change one law perminantly what law would it be?
* What music is in your car or home stereo right now?
* What are three of your guilty pleasures?
* What was the last book you read? Did you enjoy it?
* What is must-see TV for you?
* If you met the right person, how many children would you have?
* If our moms were setting us up on a blind date, what three things would your mom tell mine about you?
*if you could have a conversation with three people, living or dead, who would they be and why?
*Favorite movie of all time?
*Last concert you saw?
* What's your favorite beach in the world?
*Who was your favorite public figure, be in inside or outside of politics.
* What's the next country you want to visit?
* What one thing are you craving today?
*If you change one law perminantly what law would it be?
* What music is in your car or home stereo right now?
* What are three of your guilty pleasures?
* What was the last book you read? Did you enjoy it?
* What is must-see TV for you?
* If you met the right person, how many children would you have?
Labels: email, ice breaker, icebreaking emails, online dating, tips, writing
Monday, April 07, 2008
Better ONline Dating Communication
If your looking to find true love online, there are numerous aspects of online dating you need to know and understand first. Below are a few things to know before you delve into online dating:
Tips For Building Your Online Dating Profile
Tip #1
Improve Your Matches by Being Clear About what your looking for
The first step in increasing others interests in you is to be clear about what you are looking for and write that into your profile.
Be clear in your profile about what you are looking for in order to weed out others. If you only want to date local men who are within 3 years of your age then you should clearly state:
I'm interested only in communicating with 22-28 year old men who live within 20 miles of Phoenix, Arizona."
Tip #2:
Use the Subject Header as a Filter
If you cant think of anything to say in your profile header then use it as a filter like:
interested only in 22-28 year old men
Tip #3:
State What Action You Want Interested People to Take
There are so many options to take when contacting a member of the opposite sex online eg. kisses ,IM ,emails etc. So be specific about the type of action you will respond to. like..
"If you're interested in communicating, send me a kiss and I'll send an email your way."
When Communicating Via Email or Chat
Tip #4:
Be Respectful
It's amazing what people will say to each other when they feel protected from harm behind a computer screen.
When you're communicating with someone via email or chat keep in mind that there is a real person on the other end with real feelings. Be respectful with the words you use.
In addition, if you are no longer interested in communicating with the person, don't just "fall off the face of the earth". Send them a short and respectful note that you are pursuing some other matches and wish them the best of luck. It is the respectable thing to do.
Tip #5:
For Conversation Ideas, Closely Reread the Person's Profile
One of the keys to good communication is talking about something that interests the other person. You can get amazing clues to their interests by carefully rereading every aspect of that person's profile and by closely analyzing the background of any pictures they have posted.
For example, if someone says in their profile "I love to travel" then that is your cue to ask questions like "what's the most fascinating place you've ever traveled to?"
By showing an interest in the other person's interests you are improving the communication that the two of you share
Tips For Building Your Online Dating Profile
Tip #1
Improve Your Matches by Being Clear About what your looking for
The first step in increasing others interests in you is to be clear about what you are looking for and write that into your profile.
Be clear in your profile about what you are looking for in order to weed out others. If you only want to date local men who are within 3 years of your age then you should clearly state:
I'm interested only in communicating with 22-28 year old men who live within 20 miles of Phoenix, Arizona."
Tip #2:
Use the Subject Header as a Filter
If you cant think of anything to say in your profile header then use it as a filter like:
interested only in 22-28 year old men
Tip #3:
State What Action You Want Interested People to Take
There are so many options to take when contacting a member of the opposite sex online eg. kisses ,IM ,emails etc. So be specific about the type of action you will respond to. like..
"If you're interested in communicating, send me a kiss and I'll send an email your way."
When Communicating Via Email or Chat
Tip #4:
Be Respectful
It's amazing what people will say to each other when they feel protected from harm behind a computer screen.
When you're communicating with someone via email or chat keep in mind that there is a real person on the other end with real feelings. Be respectful with the words you use.
In addition, if you are no longer interested in communicating with the person, don't just "fall off the face of the earth". Send them a short and respectful note that you are pursuing some other matches and wish them the best of luck. It is the respectable thing to do.
Tip #5:
For Conversation Ideas, Closely Reread the Person's Profile
One of the keys to good communication is talking about something that interests the other person. You can get amazing clues to their interests by carefully rereading every aspect of that person's profile and by closely analyzing the background of any pictures they have posted.
For example, if someone says in their profile "I love to travel" then that is your cue to ask questions like "what's the most fascinating place you've ever traveled to?"
By showing an interest in the other person's interests you are improving the communication that the two of you share
Labels: do's and don'ts, online, online dating, s, trying online dating
Thursday, March 13, 2008
Dating sites VS social networking
Ok so we all recognize and understand the importance of social networking sites like myspace and youtube but are they taking the dating sites on or merely creating more confusion for online dating participants.
We asked Rod Davies and Expert in online dating trends what his thoughts were. " I have been on myspace for a few years now and studied other users activities closely. Its funny but I honestly believe the ratio of business users on myspace by far outnumbers any profile that even looks like its real.
The evidence is clear for all to see. myspace is constantly re-engineering their entire platform to keep spammers and FAKE USERS from stealing traffic?
When I first joined myspace you could actually send thousands of friends request without having to fill in a security code. Now they only let you send 10.
You also used to be able to send unlimited comments to friends without having to fill in those silly security codes.
And now every time you hit a link on someone’s profile you are re-directed to a myspace page warning you about people (phishing your profile).
So naturally when I see all these items changing in the world of social networking, I can’t help but think of the type of people that need to be controlled to this extent.
Personally, I think a lot of social networking sites are full of time wasters just wanting to plug their own business. And that’s fine if your into that kind of thing. But when your actually looking for real life people that actually want to meet new friends and socialize Dating sites are around 90% more successful."
Ticket4one is gaining pace with the trends of dating sites and social networking all rolled into one. WHY? Because Ticket4one.com's profile approval process is 100% human edited. Weeding out those fake profiles.
Feel free to leave your comment and let us know your thoughts on the subject
We asked Rod Davies and Expert in online dating trends what his thoughts were. " I have been on myspace for a few years now and studied other users activities closely. Its funny but I honestly believe the ratio of business users on myspace by far outnumbers any profile that even looks like its real.
The evidence is clear for all to see. myspace is constantly re-engineering their entire platform to keep spammers and FAKE USERS from stealing traffic?
When I first joined myspace you could actually send thousands of friends request without having to fill in a security code. Now they only let you send 10.
You also used to be able to send unlimited comments to friends without having to fill in those silly security codes.
And now every time you hit a link on someone’s profile you are re-directed to a myspace page warning you about people (phishing your profile).
So naturally when I see all these items changing in the world of social networking, I can’t help but think of the type of people that need to be controlled to this extent.
Personally, I think a lot of social networking sites are full of time wasters just wanting to plug their own business. And that’s fine if your into that kind of thing. But when your actually looking for real life people that actually want to meet new friends and socialize Dating sites are around 90% more successful."
Ticket4one is gaining pace with the trends of dating sites and social networking all rolled into one. WHY? Because Ticket4one.com's profile approval process is 100% human edited. Weeding out those fake profiles.
Feel free to leave your comment and let us know your thoughts on the subject
Labels: dating, dating site, networking, online dating, social, social networking
Wednesday, February 20, 2008
What Users Say are the best tips for Dating
We Recently asked users what they thought were the best dating tips they knew and the response was great.
This is the top ten list of tips (not in any specific order)
#1 by crkian
I haven't been out dating for so long.
Be yourself is a must though
#2 by gmoney
radical honesty. Be honest at all expenses.... if she can handle real honesty (not brutal honesty) but radical honesty then it will be all good. To many people send out a representative of themselves out on a date. This means they are not their real self. Be you and practice radical honesty!!!
#3 by acousticguitarist
don't try and be over amorous on the first date
#4 by rileycentral
Do something you both are relaxed and make sure if its an early date that you meet somewhere. It sucks when you feel like you are trapped and can't leave. This is going way back for me though, I got married in 2002
#5 by wozog
Here is my first advice. When your on the date you will probably go to a shopping area, just to look around. Keep your ears open and see if she is interested in anything. For example, you see her pick up a perfume and tries it on and she likes it. Remember which one she liked. After you go somewhere else, tell her you have to go to the bathroom. Run to the store and buy it. Now this is the hard part. All woman have purses. They love their purse and never let it out of their site. You have to somehow put the perfume into her purse. I suggest in the movie theater where it is very dark. After the date is over. She will go home and maybe that night or the next day she will find that wonderful surprise. She will HAVE to give you a call. That gift got you, a second call, showed your not cheap, showed your romantic, and most likely got you a second date. You know she will tell her girlfriends and her girlfriends will LOVE you which is another plus. Doing this will not make you look creepy, it works! Woman love this kind of stuff.
#6 by Kiwipulse
Don't try to make your partner drunk..
#7 by Anok
Hmmm, From a gal's perspective as to what we want on a date....
I haven't dated in some time now....but.....let's see. Don't puke on her shoes (I think it's relatively OK for a gal to puke on his shoes, but like I said, it's been a while), and, what else...
Oh yeah, there will be no giving of the Christmas "goose" early, got it? Chicks don't dig that.
Other than that, let the gal go into the mosh pit first, giver first crack at the bastard who did goose her (then thoroughly pummel him, thats chivalry), let her buy her own beers....and don't piss off anyone in her circle of friends. They are likely to be larger and meaner than you.
Yup, thats about it.
#8 by kdawg68
don't go out with a loaded weapon.
#9 by kdawg68
Well, I think I've learned today that no matter how tempting it is, you should probably avoid dressing up like Lion-O of the Thundercats if you are trying to impress a woman on a date.
(sorry folks but this next one was just too funny not to add)
#10 by aningeniousname
1/When on a date be interested in her and try not to go on about your wife.
2/Never pay for the date as women find his offensive.
3/Tell her before the date starts the level of intimacy she will be allowed to achieve afterwards, this should stop any embarrassing moments.
4/Women enjoy football immensely so try to steer the conversation towards this topic she will be impressed by our thoughtfulness.
5/Don't bother dressing up for your date, women like a project and she will see your lack of style and basic hygiene as an interesting challenge
This is the top ten list of tips (not in any specific order)
#1 by crkian
I haven't been out dating for so long.
Be yourself is a must though
#2 by gmoney
radical honesty. Be honest at all expenses.... if she can handle real honesty (not brutal honesty) but radical honesty then it will be all good. To many people send out a representative of themselves out on a date. This means they are not their real self. Be you and practice radical honesty!!!
#3 by acousticguitarist
don't try and be over amorous on the first date
#4 by rileycentral
Do something you both are relaxed and make sure if its an early date that you meet somewhere. It sucks when you feel like you are trapped and can't leave. This is going way back for me though, I got married in 2002
#5 by wozog
Here is my first advice. When your on the date you will probably go to a shopping area, just to look around. Keep your ears open and see if she is interested in anything. For example, you see her pick up a perfume and tries it on and she likes it. Remember which one she liked. After you go somewhere else, tell her you have to go to the bathroom. Run to the store and buy it. Now this is the hard part. All woman have purses. They love their purse and never let it out of their site. You have to somehow put the perfume into her purse. I suggest in the movie theater where it is very dark. After the date is over. She will go home and maybe that night or the next day she will find that wonderful surprise. She will HAVE to give you a call. That gift got you, a second call, showed your not cheap, showed your romantic, and most likely got you a second date. You know she will tell her girlfriends and her girlfriends will LOVE you which is another plus. Doing this will not make you look creepy, it works! Woman love this kind of stuff.
#6 by Kiwipulse
Don't try to make your partner drunk..
#7 by Anok
Hmmm, From a gal's perspective as to what we want on a date....
I haven't dated in some time now....but.....let's see. Don't puke on her shoes (I think it's relatively OK for a gal to puke on his shoes, but like I said, it's been a while), and, what else...
Oh yeah, there will be no giving of the Christmas "goose" early, got it? Chicks don't dig that.
Other than that, let the gal go into the mosh pit first, giver first crack at the bastard who did goose her (then thoroughly pummel him, thats chivalry), let her buy her own beers....and don't piss off anyone in her circle of friends. They are likely to be larger and meaner than you.
Yup, thats about it.
#8 by kdawg68
don't go out with a loaded weapon.
#9 by kdawg68
Well, I think I've learned today that no matter how tempting it is, you should probably avoid dressing up like Lion-O of the Thundercats if you are trying to impress a woman on a date.
(sorry folks but this next one was just too funny not to add)
#10 by aningeniousname
1/When on a date be interested in her and try not to go on about your wife.
2/Never pay for the date as women find his offensive.
3/Tell her before the date starts the level of intimacy she will be allowed to achieve afterwards, this should stop any embarrassing moments.
4/Women enjoy football immensely so try to steer the conversation towards this topic she will be impressed by our thoughtfulness.
5/Don't bother dressing up for your date, women like a project and she will see your lack of style and basic hygiene as an interesting challenge
Labels: advice, best, dating, dating blog, online dating, tips
Friday, January 18, 2008
Online Dating Women to Men Ratios
One of the facts of online dating is that there are more men than women online. For example, Match.com recently told ABC News that 59% of their subscribers are men and 41% are women. However Ticket4one.com Has also released that they have atleast 70% women and 30% men
The high male/female ratio of online dating is not the fault of the online dating services, but it reflects the unfortunate realities of the real world. Over a decade ago I recall reading a New York Times article that stated that there were approximately 6 single men in their twenties for every five single women.
How is this possible? Aren't there an approximately equal number of boy and girl babies born each year? The biggest contributor to the skewed ratio is serial polygamy. A man in his twenties marries a woman in her twenties, then in his thirties he divorces her and marries another woman in her twenties, then in his forties he marries another women in her twenties. This happens. I have a friend who's in his fifties and his current wife is in her twenties.
There is also parallel polygamy. I woman I know, when she was in her twenties, knew a guy who had two girlfriends at the same time (neither, of course, knew of the other one's existence). And at the same time he was also hitting on her, trying to bring his harem up to three!
What's going on in the real world is reflected in the virtual world of online dating. In fact, it's skewed worse than in the real world, because online dating sites attract a much greater percentage of people who have trouble finding dates. So not only will there be more men, there will be more undesirable (for whatever reasons) members of both sexes.
Men who use online dating services will initially try to contact the few women they are interested in. But because the desirable women receive more emails than they can respond to, male subscribers eventually figure out that they have to send out massive numbers of emails because the response rate is so low. So we wind up in the situation we're in now. Female subscribers to online dating services receive more emails than they can respond to, and male subscribers send out large numbers of emails and rarely get a response.
Women actually complain about this, but I think they are in a far better situation than men. If you are a man, how do you fix the problem? The answer is that you need to move to Manhattan. There are more single women in Manhattan than men. If you do searches in Ticket4one.com for Manhattan, you will find about 50% more female profiles than male profiles. The opposite of the ratio for the rest of the United States.
Living in Manhattan and using Ticket4one.com, I've been quite happy with how many women respond to my emails. And being a nerdy IT professional, I'm not a high priority catch for most women. They'd rather be going out with the good looking athletic men. You also get to meet women of a caliber you'd never find in Phoenix, Arizona, like graduates of Harvard and Yale law schools.
The high male/female ratio of online dating is not the fault of the online dating services, but it reflects the unfortunate realities of the real world. Over a decade ago I recall reading a New York Times article that stated that there were approximately 6 single men in their twenties for every five single women.
How is this possible? Aren't there an approximately equal number of boy and girl babies born each year? The biggest contributor to the skewed ratio is serial polygamy. A man in his twenties marries a woman in her twenties, then in his thirties he divorces her and marries another woman in her twenties, then in his forties he marries another women in her twenties. This happens. I have a friend who's in his fifties and his current wife is in her twenties.
There is also parallel polygamy. I woman I know, when she was in her twenties, knew a guy who had two girlfriends at the same time (neither, of course, knew of the other one's existence). And at the same time he was also hitting on her, trying to bring his harem up to three!
What's going on in the real world is reflected in the virtual world of online dating. In fact, it's skewed worse than in the real world, because online dating sites attract a much greater percentage of people who have trouble finding dates. So not only will there be more men, there will be more undesirable (for whatever reasons) members of both sexes.
Men who use online dating services will initially try to contact the few women they are interested in. But because the desirable women receive more emails than they can respond to, male subscribers eventually figure out that they have to send out massive numbers of emails because the response rate is so low. So we wind up in the situation we're in now. Female subscribers to online dating services receive more emails than they can respond to, and male subscribers send out large numbers of emails and rarely get a response.
Women actually complain about this, but I think they are in a far better situation than men. If you are a man, how do you fix the problem? The answer is that you need to move to Manhattan. There are more single women in Manhattan than men. If you do searches in Ticket4one.com for Manhattan, you will find about 50% more female profiles than male profiles. The opposite of the ratio for the rest of the United States.
Living in Manhattan and using Ticket4one.com, I've been quite happy with how many women respond to my emails. And being a nerdy IT professional, I'm not a high priority catch for most women. They'd rather be going out with the good looking athletic men. You also get to meet women of a caliber you'd never find in Phoenix, Arizona, like graduates of Harvard and Yale law schools.
Labels: dating, european women, men, online dating, ratio
Tuesday, January 15, 2008
Online Dating is B.S
It's true. With 80 million people searching for love online the chances of actually finding someone worth dating are 1 in 100 million.
Approx 70% of all visitors are already married and just looking for a bit of side action.
Another 20% are either scammers or not what their pictures say they are.
Through in a few idiots and time wasters and what are you left with? A VERY SMALL AMOUNT OF REAL ONLINE DATING ENTHUSIASTS.
So how are you going to find them? Most of our articles will show you some tips on how to avoid the wrong types of people but now I am going to show you a very quick way to attract the right ones.
Most sites now are allowing you to have a friends list. And this is one of the major sources of keeping it real. Start adding people to your friends list and keep doing it. Accept invites as well. The majority of people on a dating site will find your profile easier if your in someone’s friends list.
Everyone wants a huge friends list but only genuine singles write proper emails and comments. Avoid the profiles that send you picture comments repetitively and nothing else. They are just creating links for one of their own websites.
REMEBER REAL PEOPLE SEND REAL MESSAGES
Start your friends list right now and watch as the amount of new people visit your profile immediately.
Approx 70% of all visitors are already married and just looking for a bit of side action.
Another 20% are either scammers or not what their pictures say they are.
Through in a few idiots and time wasters and what are you left with? A VERY SMALL AMOUNT OF REAL ONLINE DATING ENTHUSIASTS.
So how are you going to find them? Most of our articles will show you some tips on how to avoid the wrong types of people but now I am going to show you a very quick way to attract the right ones.
Most sites now are allowing you to have a friends list. And this is one of the major sources of keeping it real. Start adding people to your friends list and keep doing it. Accept invites as well. The majority of people on a dating site will find your profile easier if your in someone’s friends list.
Everyone wants a huge friends list but only genuine singles write proper emails and comments. Avoid the profiles that send you picture comments repetitively and nothing else. They are just creating links for one of their own websites.
REMEBER REAL PEOPLE SEND REAL MESSAGES
Start your friends list right now and watch as the amount of new people visit your profile immediately.
Labels: bs, dating site, friends, online, online dating, statistics
Monday, January 07, 2008
Spot The Scammers
I have written to Thousands of people online over the years. One thing I have defiantly learnt is how to pick the fakes from the real people. And now your going to have my secrets to use totally free.
Here are some of my tips.
Tip # 1 Read the profile.
Sounds simple but its not. I mean really look at the writing, study it. Is it written properly? And I don't mean little speling errors. I mean was it carefully written? Does it tell you much about the person? Or was it just thrown together quick or sound like they copied it right out of a magazine?
Nigerian scammers are online and preying on innocent people, fortunately not all of them are smart. Generally you will see a "god fearing" statements written somewhere in their profile. (It’s a warning sign only)
Tip # 2 The Profile Picture
Where is he/she pics from? If it looks too good to be true (it could be)
Tip #3 Nickname Tricks.
Luckily enough there are massive amounts of singles online who are honest and more then happy to share information. Go To www.google.com and do a search for the Nickname. And do many... Searches like "Nickname scammer" or "Nickname" or "Hate Nickname".
You may be lucky and someone has written about there experiences with your new love in the past.
Tip # 3 Get video.
Everyone has access to a webcam. If they can post a pic of themselves. Then it is possible. NEVER NEVER NEVER Believe someone that does not show themselves via webcam first. They are hiding something I promise.
Now that you have a bit of advice for online dating there is just one more thing to remember..... Regardless of your current situation you are unique and special in this world, even if you don’t feel it right now you are. SO PLEASE NEVER SEND MONEY TO ANYONE FOR ANYTHING. YOU’RE TOO GOOD TO BE PLAYED FOR A FOOL.
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Here are some of my tips.
Tip # 1 Read the profile.
Sounds simple but its not. I mean really look at the writing, study it. Is it written properly? And I don't mean little speling errors. I mean was it carefully written? Does it tell you much about the person? Or was it just thrown together quick or sound like they copied it right out of a magazine?
Nigerian scammers are online and preying on innocent people, fortunately not all of them are smart. Generally you will see a "god fearing" statements written somewhere in their profile. (It’s a warning sign only)
Tip # 2 The Profile Picture
Where is he/she pics from? If it looks too good to be true (it could be)
Tip #3 Nickname Tricks.
Luckily enough there are massive amounts of singles online who are honest and more then happy to share information. Go To www.google.com and do a search for the Nickname. And do many... Searches like "Nickname scammer" or "Nickname" or "Hate Nickname".
You may be lucky and someone has written about there experiences with your new love in the past.
Tip # 3 Get video.
Everyone has access to a webcam. If they can post a pic of themselves. Then it is possible. NEVER NEVER NEVER Believe someone that does not show themselves via webcam first. They are hiding something I promise.
Now that you have a bit of advice for online dating there is just one more thing to remember..... Regardless of your current situation you are unique and special in this world, even if you don’t feel it right now you are. SO PLEASE NEVER SEND MONEY TO ANYONE FOR ANYTHING. YOU’RE TOO GOOD TO BE PLAYED FOR A FOOL.
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Labels: dating, online dating, people, safety, scam, scammer, secret, security
Saturday, January 05, 2008
Online Dating: The Facts
In a recent study, it was found that 2 out of every 5 single people between the ages of 24 and 50 use, or have used, Online Dating services.
Imagine That !
Think about walking into a room where there are 100 strangers and finding out that 20 of them use the same mechanic that you do. The odds are mind boggling.
They would easily confess to using the same mechanic but they won’t confess to using an Online Dating service.
Why? There still seems to be some stigma attached to Online Dating no matter how effective and rewarding it has become. Yet, it thrives and it would be a pretty safe bet that if all 100 strangers are single and between the ages of 24 and 50 that 20 of them do use, or have used, Online Dating services.
Another fact is that only about 5% of people who use Online Dating services actually establish a relationship with someone they first make contact with.
OK, think about another room full of 100 strangers only this time they all are of the opposite sex and eligible. If you walked into that room in the real world, how many would you be attracted to? Maybe 10 if you are really lucky, right? Internet dating is no different so don’t expect miracles.
Only 10% of people who join Online Dating sites actually get any replies and that is a truly sad fact.
The reason is that 90% don’t bother to write an interesting profile or upload pictures of themselves.
That’s a lot like fishing without baiting the hook. I wonder what they expected. The 10% who do get noticed have posted upbeat profiles and pictures.
Last but not least is that paid sites are better than free sites. The reason is that they work.
On free sites there is absolutely NO screening process at all! The fee for joining a paid site is small as compared to going out for dinner or buying movie tickets and you meet a lot more people in a lot less time if you work at it.
Imagine That !
Think about walking into a room where there are 100 strangers and finding out that 20 of them use the same mechanic that you do. The odds are mind boggling.
They would easily confess to using the same mechanic but they won’t confess to using an Online Dating service.
Why? There still seems to be some stigma attached to Online Dating no matter how effective and rewarding it has become. Yet, it thrives and it would be a pretty safe bet that if all 100 strangers are single and between the ages of 24 and 50 that 20 of them do use, or have used, Online Dating services.
Another fact is that only about 5% of people who use Online Dating services actually establish a relationship with someone they first make contact with.
OK, think about another room full of 100 strangers only this time they all are of the opposite sex and eligible. If you walked into that room in the real world, how many would you be attracted to? Maybe 10 if you are really lucky, right? Internet dating is no different so don’t expect miracles.
Only 10% of people who join Online Dating sites actually get any replies and that is a truly sad fact.
The reason is that 90% don’t bother to write an interesting profile or upload pictures of themselves.
That’s a lot like fishing without baiting the hook. I wonder what they expected. The 10% who do get noticed have posted upbeat profiles and pictures.
Last but not least is that paid sites are better than free sites. The reason is that they work.
On free sites there is absolutely NO screening process at all! The fee for joining a paid site is small as compared to going out for dinner or buying movie tickets and you meet a lot more people in a lot less time if you work at it.
Labels: case study, facts, online, online dating, statistics, truth, trying online dating
Friday, January 04, 2008
Online Dating | Minimize Your Risk Factors
As you probably accept by now, Online Dating is an efficient and fun way to meet new and interesting people. However, Online Dating can be risky business and you need to protect yourself.
Most people you meet on line are exactly who they say they are but there are the perverts and sexual predators so you should use some good judgment while getting to know the stranger you have just met.
Risk Management #1:
Don’t Give Out Any Personal Information until You Have Gotten to Know the Person.
Never give your real name, address or phone number until you are sure the person you are talking to is who they say they are. Perverts, sexual predators and just plain garden variety weirdoes come in both sexes, all ages and in all shapes and sizes.
It’s truly better to be safe than sorry.
Risk Management #2:
Take Your Time Getting to Know the Other Person.
You will see a picture sooner or later of him or her. Don’t be fooled by outward appearances. The real person is the one you need to get to know.
Honest and faithful are qualities that will last but beautiful and handsome will fade with time. You don’t have to spend 24/7 with a person to find out who they are. You do need to listen to what he or she is saying carefully.
Once you think you know this person well enough to exchange personal information, don’t stop there. The Internet is a wonderful place where you can learn just about anything and everything about anybody and in just a few minutes.
Risk Management #3:
Do your Homework!
Check them out. There is an old saying among journalists. “Your mother says she loves you but check it out.” That is good advice for Online Dating and for “real world” dating too. Don’t take everything the other person tells you at face value.
Most people you meet on line are exactly who they say they are but there are the perverts and sexual predators so you should use some good judgment while getting to know the stranger you have just met.
Risk Management #1:
Don’t Give Out Any Personal Information until You Have Gotten to Know the Person.
Never give your real name, address or phone number until you are sure the person you are talking to is who they say they are. Perverts, sexual predators and just plain garden variety weirdoes come in both sexes, all ages and in all shapes and sizes.
It’s truly better to be safe than sorry.
Risk Management #2:
Take Your Time Getting to Know the Other Person.
You will see a picture sooner or later of him or her. Don’t be fooled by outward appearances. The real person is the one you need to get to know.
Honest and faithful are qualities that will last but beautiful and handsome will fade with time. You don’t have to spend 24/7 with a person to find out who they are. You do need to listen to what he or she is saying carefully.
Once you think you know this person well enough to exchange personal information, don’t stop there. The Internet is a wonderful place where you can learn just about anything and everything about anybody and in just a few minutes.
Risk Management #3:
Do your Homework!
Check them out. There is an old saying among journalists. “Your mother says she loves you but check it out.” That is good advice for Online Dating and for “real world” dating too. Don’t take everything the other person tells you at face value.
Labels: dating, men, online, online dating, security, single, women
Thursday, January 03, 2008
Online Dating Today
Online Dating services expand daily. There are over 40 million Americans who are using them… they can’t all be wrong.
Online Dating is just plain fun! You meet people from all over the world and
it’s safe and easy. It doesn’t matter whether you are looking for someone
close to home or from half way around the world, Online Dating offers all
those possibilities.
Millions of singles are right there at your fingertips ready for a conversation
with you. Hundreds of thousands of new people sign up every month.
The benefits are innumerable. Right now there are millions of active
members online just waiting to talk to someone like you.
You can quickly separate those who are looking for casual relationships
from those who are looking for long term relationships and choose the
people who share your own goals and interests.
Unlike meeting a stranger in a bar, you have the answers to a lot of questions
before you ever say, “Hello”.
The features on most Online Dating sites are wonderful. You will have
access to thousands of profiles, photos and even audio and video clips. Some
services even match you up with others according to your profiles.
Dating has never been more fun, not to mention, less expensive. Yes, you
pay to join any dating service that is good.
The free ones don’t offer much. But the benefits of Online Dating are many
and certainly worth the small fee that you pay for so much fun and opportunity.
Online Dating is just plain fun! You meet people from all over the world and
it’s safe and easy. It doesn’t matter whether you are looking for someone
close to home or from half way around the world, Online Dating offers all
those possibilities.
Millions of singles are right there at your fingertips ready for a conversation
with you. Hundreds of thousands of new people sign up every month.
The benefits are innumerable. Right now there are millions of active
members online just waiting to talk to someone like you.
You can quickly separate those who are looking for casual relationships
from those who are looking for long term relationships and choose the
people who share your own goals and interests.
Unlike meeting a stranger in a bar, you have the answers to a lot of questions
before you ever say, “Hello”.
The features on most Online Dating sites are wonderful. You will have
access to thousands of profiles, photos and even audio and video clips. Some
services even match you up with others according to your profiles.
Dating has never been more fun, not to mention, less expensive. Yes, you
pay to join any dating service that is good.
The free ones don’t offer much. But the benefits of Online Dating are many
and certainly worth the small fee that you pay for so much fun and opportunity.
Labels: dating, dating blog, dating site, latest, online, online dating, today
Wednesday, January 02, 2008
Your Profile is Your Asset
Once you have chosen an Online Dating service, you will be required to write a profile. Writing your profile is usually one of the first things you do.It’s also one of the most crucial factors to your Online Dating success – you either land on a date, or stay single.
Important! The most important thing to remember is that “Honesty is the best policy” because it IS the best policy.
The object is to find someone who will really like (and maybe eventually love) the real you. It’s hard to write the truth about yourself and not what you hope others think of you but you must try. You need to be honest with yourself and honest about yourself. It’s the first step in meeting that special someone.
THE “someone” who will love you, quirks, imperfections and all but you don’t need to sell yourself short either.
Important! The most important thing to remember is that “Honesty is the best policy” because it IS the best policy.
The object is to find someone who will really like (and maybe eventually love) the real you. It’s hard to write the truth about yourself and not what you hope others think of you but you must try. You need to be honest with yourself and honest about yourself. It’s the first step in meeting that special someone.
THE “someone” who will love you, quirks, imperfections and all but you don’t need to sell yourself short either.
Labels: dating blog, online dating, profile, secret, writing
Tuesday, January 01, 2008
Online Dating Mistakes to Avoid
While you search the internet for that special lady…the one of your dreams…your soul-mate... the other half of yourself, you can do a lot of things right. Sadly, you can, also, do a lot of things wrong... things that will guarantee failure and a broken heart.
Out in the “real” world, being aggressive, demanding perfection and even little white lies are all ingredients for success. However, those same qualities are killers when you are dating online and off line, too, for that matter.
There is a big difference between being aggressive or confident and being too aggressive, over-confident, or just plain sleazy or slimy from a woman’s point of view. If you push too hard for a face-to-face, you will come across as too aggressive... maybe even, scary.
Try to remember that you are not trying to close a business deal and keep the relationship progressing at a slow but steady pace. Patience is the key.
Nobody is perfect. We are all flawed in some way or another... and that includes you, as well. If you expect the woman to be absolutely perfect and demand that, you will always be disappointed. Demanding perfectionism in your work is one thing.
Demanding perfectionism from a friend, co-worker or a lady you are interested in is not just fine. It won’t happen. Expect flaws and just deal with them. Decide the ones you can live with and those you can’t.
Little white lies and false fronts won’t work. Be honest from the beginning of a relationship. Write your profile. Make it interesting but don’t make false statements.
The truth will come out eventually anyway. If you say you are a lawyer who makes a million bucks a year and you are really an electrician that makes $75,000, you have set yourself up for failure.
Remember, don’t be too aggressive, expect to ever find perfection or put on a false front.
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Out in the “real” world, being aggressive, demanding perfection and even little white lies are all ingredients for success. However, those same qualities are killers when you are dating online and off line, too, for that matter.
There is a big difference between being aggressive or confident and being too aggressive, over-confident, or just plain sleazy or slimy from a woman’s point of view. If you push too hard for a face-to-face, you will come across as too aggressive... maybe even, scary.
Try to remember that you are not trying to close a business deal and keep the relationship progressing at a slow but steady pace. Patience is the key.
Nobody is perfect. We are all flawed in some way or another... and that includes you, as well. If you expect the woman to be absolutely perfect and demand that, you will always be disappointed. Demanding perfectionism in your work is one thing.
Demanding perfectionism from a friend, co-worker or a lady you are interested in is not just fine. It won’t happen. Expect flaws and just deal with them. Decide the ones you can live with and those you can’t.
Little white lies and false fronts won’t work. Be honest from the beginning of a relationship. Write your profile. Make it interesting but don’t make false statements.
The truth will come out eventually anyway. If you say you are a lawyer who makes a million bucks a year and you are really an electrician that makes $75,000, you have set yourself up for failure.
Remember, don’t be too aggressive, expect to ever find perfection or put on a false front.
feel free to leave a comment on this article!
Labels: dating, dating blog, do's and don'ts, mistakes, online dating, potential date
Monday, June 11, 2007
Online Flirting – A New Art Form
Many of the same things work for online flirting that work for “brick and mortar” flirting and all relationships begin with successful flirting.
Flirting is an art that requires oozing confidence without being OTT. If you go too far, she will label you “slimy” If you don’t go far enough, she will label you “wimpy”.
So how do you achieve that point half way between slimy and wimpy and do it online without using eye contact or body language?
All you have is a computer an internet connection and membership in an online dating site, right?
1. Have fun! Be light-hearted, funny and entertaining. Make her eager to talk to you again. Flirting is playful.
2. Ooze confidence. Successful flirts have a positive outlook on life. You need to transmit the “feel good” factor. An optimistic attitude attracts females like honey attracts flies.
3. 3. Compliment her…and do it often and sincerely. Nothing opens doors like making her feel good about herself. She will want to spend more time with you and if she pays you a compliment say “thank you”. Do Not be self depreciating.
4. Listen…listen….listen. Pay attention to what she says and ask appropriate questions. Get her to open up and talk about herself. Make her feel like she is interesting and that you are interested in her. Works wonders!
5. Don’t be rude. Flirting does not include being sexually explicit nor taking offence if the lady isn’t responding to you. If she isn’t interested, take the hint and move on to the next prospect. If you get a lot of rejections, you should probably consider a different approach.
6. Send an email after you chat. This ranks right up there with sending a thank you note for a gift and it is vital to successful flirting.
Don’t try to go too fast. Flirting is the first step to a successful relationship.
Until the next time!
Flirting is an art that requires oozing confidence without being OTT. If you go too far, she will label you “slimy” If you don’t go far enough, she will label you “wimpy”.
So how do you achieve that point half way between slimy and wimpy and do it online without using eye contact or body language?
All you have is a computer an internet connection and membership in an online dating site, right?
1. Have fun! Be light-hearted, funny and entertaining. Make her eager to talk to you again. Flirting is playful.
2. Ooze confidence. Successful flirts have a positive outlook on life. You need to transmit the “feel good” factor. An optimistic attitude attracts females like honey attracts flies.
3. 3. Compliment her…and do it often and sincerely. Nothing opens doors like making her feel good about herself. She will want to spend more time with you and if she pays you a compliment say “thank you”. Do Not be self depreciating.
4. Listen…listen….listen. Pay attention to what she says and ask appropriate questions. Get her to open up and talk about herself. Make her feel like she is interesting and that you are interested in her. Works wonders!
5. Don’t be rude. Flirting does not include being sexually explicit nor taking offence if the lady isn’t responding to you. If she isn’t interested, take the hint and move on to the next prospect. If you get a lot of rejections, you should probably consider a different approach.
6. Send an email after you chat. This ranks right up there with sending a thank you note for a gift and it is vital to successful flirting.
Don’t try to go too fast. Flirting is the first step to a successful relationship.
Until the next time!
Labels: dating site, online, online dating, online flirting, relationship
Sunday, January 07, 2007
Online Dating Safety For Men
Almost everything you read about online dating safety is directed at women but men need to be concerned as well.
Perverts, sexual predators and weirdoes come in both sexes, all sizes, and all ages…as do, liars and cheaters. So men need to stay on guard, too.
It is common knowledge not to readily give out personal information to strangers.
The reason for not doing so is as large as the number of strangers who want that information. If you come across a person who is giving out personal information and asking others to do the same, don’t do it.
You don’t know what they want to use it for….and you had better believe they want to use it for something. That “something” will not be for your benefit.
Men, also, need to guard their real names, addresses, phone numbers, and place of employment.
Do not give that information to anyone online until you are confident that they are who they say they are.
Men, be wary of women who seem too financially needy. If they ask for money, in any of a dozen ways women can ask for money, cut the relationship off immediately. They are not looking for love or even friendship….they are looking for financial help.
If a woman gives you a contact number but you cannot ever reach her at that number, beware.
If you always have to page them or text them and have them call you back, this could be a sign that what they are telling you is not the complete truth.
A need to get married and insecurity are other signs men should be very wary of. If the woman is pushing too hard for a commitment you aren’t ready to make, it might be a good time to head for the nearest exit.
Until then....
Perverts, sexual predators and weirdoes come in both sexes, all sizes, and all ages…as do, liars and cheaters. So men need to stay on guard, too.
It is common knowledge not to readily give out personal information to strangers.
The reason for not doing so is as large as the number of strangers who want that information. If you come across a person who is giving out personal information and asking others to do the same, don’t do it.
You don’t know what they want to use it for….and you had better believe they want to use it for something. That “something” will not be for your benefit.
Men, also, need to guard their real names, addresses, phone numbers, and place of employment.
Do not give that information to anyone online until you are confident that they are who they say they are.
Men, be wary of women who seem too financially needy. If they ask for money, in any of a dozen ways women can ask for money, cut the relationship off immediately. They are not looking for love or even friendship….they are looking for financial help.
If a woman gives you a contact number but you cannot ever reach her at that number, beware.
If you always have to page them or text them and have them call you back, this could be a sign that what they are telling you is not the complete truth.
A need to get married and insecurity are other signs men should be very wary of. If the woman is pushing too hard for a commitment you aren’t ready to make, it might be a good time to head for the nearest exit.
Until then....
Labels: dating blog, men, online, online dating, online dating safety for men
Thursday, December 14, 2006
Online Dating is NOT a Contest!
Online dating is not a competition between competing males for the attention of a female. Grow up. Change your mind set from “winning” to “searching”. This isn’t high school.
You are all grown up and have been for quite some time, now. Your attitude is the most important asset you have. You should like yourself and not concentrate of all of the things that aren’t YOUR idea of the perfect guy…the one the all women want.
What is that women want, you ask?
That’s the age old question. Being of the female persuasion myself, I can tell you a few things women want and don’t want.
Women want a man to be confident... NOT an arrogant jerk.
There’s a big difference. You need to like yourself and not be self depreciating but you don’t need to come across like you believe that you are a gift to them from God and have just fallen from the sky. They don’t want you to think that THEY just fell from heaven and are some kind of perfect being, either.
They can’t live up to that expectation.
Women want a communicator. The “strong silent type” really isn’t appealing at all.
They think you probably don’t have an original thought in your head and you probably haven’t heard a word they said, either or that you just don’t care what they said or didn’t even hear what they said.
They want you to be interesting enough to want to know more about you and they want you to think that they are interesting enough to ask intelligent questions about what is important to them, too.
Women do NOT want to be a prize to be won. They don’t want to be a trophy.
They want to be the ONE woman that you want to be with.
You are all grown up and have been for quite some time, now. Your attitude is the most important asset you have. You should like yourself and not concentrate of all of the things that aren’t YOUR idea of the perfect guy…the one the all women want.
What is that women want, you ask?
That’s the age old question. Being of the female persuasion myself, I can tell you a few things women want and don’t want.
Women want a man to be confident... NOT an arrogant jerk.
There’s a big difference. You need to like yourself and not be self depreciating but you don’t need to come across like you believe that you are a gift to them from God and have just fallen from the sky. They don’t want you to think that THEY just fell from heaven and are some kind of perfect being, either.
They can’t live up to that expectation.
Women want a communicator. The “strong silent type” really isn’t appealing at all.
They think you probably don’t have an original thought in your head and you probably haven’t heard a word they said, either or that you just don’t care what they said or didn’t even hear what they said.
They want you to be interesting enough to want to know more about you and they want you to think that they are interesting enough to ask intelligent questions about what is important to them, too.
Women do NOT want to be a prize to be won. They don’t want to be a trophy.
They want to be the ONE woman that you want to be with.
Labels: dating, dating blog, men, online dating, women
Sunday, December 03, 2006
Online Dating for Single Men
No matter what your age, height, weight or physical appearance, there are thousands of women out there eager to meet you and eager for your company…whether short-term or long-term relationships are what you want.
If you have found yourself suddenly “on-the-market” again after a relationship has dissolved or are just too busy with your work to spend a lot of time looking for a lady to keep you company, online dating can open the door to the dating scene for you.
The good news is that all you need is a computer and an internet connection to get started.
The first thing to do is find an online dating site that fits your needs. There are the large sites that offer many extras like live video chat and even match you up with ladies using your profiles and, also, a lot of sites that cater to special interests like religious preferences, outdoor enthusiasts, gays, etc.
You need to choose one or two that will meet your needs. I don’t recommend the free sites. The paid sites have a money back guarantee if you aren’t satisfied and the investment is small. A whole month costs less than one dinner and movie date.
The next thing you need to do is write a killer, but honest, profile and upload a recent but flattering picture of yourself.
Now you are all set. Start contacting ladies whose profiles sound interesting to you and answer any lady who contacts you…and do so promptly…not, however, on holidays or weekends.
You don’t want to appear that desperate. Don’t give up after a month and think you will never find the right lady for you.
New people join online dating services daily and at least half of them are ladies many, of whom, will want to meet you.
Until the next time!
If you have found yourself suddenly “on-the-market” again after a relationship has dissolved or are just too busy with your work to spend a lot of time looking for a lady to keep you company, online dating can open the door to the dating scene for you.
The good news is that all you need is a computer and an internet connection to get started.
The first thing to do is find an online dating site that fits your needs. There are the large sites that offer many extras like live video chat and even match you up with ladies using your profiles and, also, a lot of sites that cater to special interests like religious preferences, outdoor enthusiasts, gays, etc.
You need to choose one or two that will meet your needs. I don’t recommend the free sites. The paid sites have a money back guarantee if you aren’t satisfied and the investment is small. A whole month costs less than one dinner and movie date.
The next thing you need to do is write a killer, but honest, profile and upload a recent but flattering picture of yourself.
Now you are all set. Start contacting ladies whose profiles sound interesting to you and answer any lady who contacts you…and do so promptly…not, however, on holidays or weekends.
You don’t want to appear that desperate. Don’t give up after a month and think you will never find the right lady for you.
New people join online dating services daily and at least half of them are ladies many, of whom, will want to meet you.
Until the next time!
Labels: dating blog, men, online, online dating, single, single men
Tuesday, November 28, 2006
More Dating Success Tips
Interviews with several happy couples, show that successful dating comes from a combination of small steps that lead up to the dating relationship.
Here are some steps they.
Be Happy
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Examine your mindset. What do you think about? If not happy thoughts, change and stat thinking happier thoughts. You are in charge!
A positive mind and happy, upbeat attitude will help you succeed, while a bad attitude can pull you down.
Don’t Go it alone!
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Seek help and advice from others. Look for local or online support groups, seek self help or inspirational mentors and coaches like Zig Ziglar, who has many books and cassettes available through local libraries.
Listen Faster and Better
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Put the other person’s needs first in a relationship. Hear what they have to say and don’t let your mind wander while the other person is talking, trying to jump in or ahead of the conversation.
Relax and really actively listen.
Be Proactive
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Spend 10 minutes or so a day planning for tomorrow during quite time. Try to cut out unnecessary running around and useless tasks or time-wasters.
Get & Stay Healthy
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Eat right and work in plenty of activity into your day. No need to join a gym. Park farther away during errands. Get up and stretch during the day.
Exercise in front of the television at night instead of eating junk food.
So learn from happy couples. Create your own successful dating relationships!
Until the next time,
Here are some steps they.
Be Happy
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Examine your mindset. What do you think about? If not happy thoughts, change and stat thinking happier thoughts. You are in charge!
A positive mind and happy, upbeat attitude will help you succeed, while a bad attitude can pull you down.
Don’t Go it alone!
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Seek help and advice from others. Look for local or online support groups, seek self help or inspirational mentors and coaches like Zig Ziglar, who has many books and cassettes available through local libraries.
Listen Faster and Better
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Put the other person’s needs first in a relationship. Hear what they have to say and don’t let your mind wander while the other person is talking, trying to jump in or ahead of the conversation.
Relax and really actively listen.
Be Proactive
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Spend 10 minutes or so a day planning for tomorrow during quite time. Try to cut out unnecessary running around and useless tasks or time-wasters.
Get & Stay Healthy
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Eat right and work in plenty of activity into your day. No need to join a gym. Park farther away during errands. Get up and stretch during the day.
Exercise in front of the television at night instead of eating junk food.
So learn from happy couples. Create your own successful dating relationships!
Until the next time,
Labels: couples, dating, dating blog, online dating, relationship
Tuesday, November 14, 2006
Dating Tips
Here are some basic tips to help develop better relationships while dating. Try one or two, then add others and watch your relationships chart better courses.
Be Responsible and Alter-Abled
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Many famous actors, music artists, inventors, etc., had special challenges ranging from learning disabilities to physical disabilities. For example, Beethoven was born deaf, yet went on to become one of the world’s greatest composers. And Joni Erickson, paralyzed from the neck down, learned to paint with her mouth. If you are faced with a special challenge of your own, get help and discover your own unique alter-abilities.
Push Past Fears
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Don’t let them paralyze you. Many out there dating are afraid of meeting new people. Join the club. And many fear getting close, losing someone, building relationships long term, etc.
Grab a journal, write out your fears, then read about others who have had similar experiences and how they overcame them. Jot down ways to overcome yours and get moving ahead.
Be Good to Yourself
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Reward yourself for learning how to date online and taking the plunge and signing up for a dating service. Stick to a budget, and don’t go overboard. Even the smallest of budgets can squeeze in bubble bath for a relaxing soak, for instance.
So take care while dating – of you and your date. Borrow music from the local library and sing along while you journal and plan for a happier tomorrow!
Until the next time!
Live love Learn
Be Responsible and Alter-Abled
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Many famous actors, music artists, inventors, etc., had special challenges ranging from learning disabilities to physical disabilities. For example, Beethoven was born deaf, yet went on to become one of the world’s greatest composers. And Joni Erickson, paralyzed from the neck down, learned to paint with her mouth. If you are faced with a special challenge of your own, get help and discover your own unique alter-abilities.
Push Past Fears
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Don’t let them paralyze you. Many out there dating are afraid of meeting new people. Join the club. And many fear getting close, losing someone, building relationships long term, etc.
Grab a journal, write out your fears, then read about others who have had similar experiences and how they overcame them. Jot down ways to overcome yours and get moving ahead.
Be Good to Yourself
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Reward yourself for learning how to date online and taking the plunge and signing up for a dating service. Stick to a budget, and don’t go overboard. Even the smallest of budgets can squeeze in bubble bath for a relaxing soak, for instance.
So take care while dating – of you and your date. Borrow music from the local library and sing along while you journal and plan for a happier tomorrow!
Until the next time!
Live love Learn
Labels: advice, dating, dating blog, online dating, relationships, tips
Monday, November 13, 2006
Dating Success Tips
Successful dating comes from a combination of small steps that lead up to the dating relationship.
Based upon interviews with several happy couples who met online, here are what they advise to get the most out of your dating experience.
Move Past the Past
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Everyone has failures or mistakes from the past, be it a failed relationship, career choice, educational goal or whatever. To become successful, you need to learn from your past, value those difficult lessons but do not dwell on them. Instead, simply move forward and make better, more educated decisions.
Don’t Give Up Dreams
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You need to have dreams and aspirations. Be honest with yourself as to what you want out of life and what you want to give of your life. Allow your mind to dream and think big - -and keep at it, persevere. You may have to test different dating sites, date several people. So keep at your dreams, even when it becomes challenging.
Grasp Change
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You have a choice in life to accept many things in your life or change them. For example, if you feel inferior because you never completed college, go back and finish. Ditto with technology. Don’t understand emailing attachments, learn. Ditto with relationships. Forget about staying in abusive situations. Take charge, get help and change your environment. If your circumstances lower the chances of success, change them.
So learn from the pros. Take charge and create your own successful dating relationships!
Until then...
Sincerely,
Ticket4one.com
Based upon interviews with several happy couples who met online, here are what they advise to get the most out of your dating experience.
Move Past the Past
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Everyone has failures or mistakes from the past, be it a failed relationship, career choice, educational goal or whatever. To become successful, you need to learn from your past, value those difficult lessons but do not dwell on them. Instead, simply move forward and make better, more educated decisions.
Don’t Give Up Dreams
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You need to have dreams and aspirations. Be honest with yourself as to what you want out of life and what you want to give of your life. Allow your mind to dream and think big - -and keep at it, persevere. You may have to test different dating sites, date several people. So keep at your dreams, even when it becomes challenging.
Grasp Change
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You have a choice in life to accept many things in your life or change them. For example, if you feel inferior because you never completed college, go back and finish. Ditto with technology. Don’t understand emailing attachments, learn. Ditto with relationships. Forget about staying in abusive situations. Take charge, get help and change your environment. If your circumstances lower the chances of success, change them.
So learn from the pros. Take charge and create your own successful dating relationships!
Until then...
Sincerely,
Ticket4one.com
Labels: advice, dating, dating blog, online dating, successful dating, tips
Wednesday, November 08, 2006
Online Flirting – A New Art Form
Many of the same things work for online flirting that work for “brick and mortar” flirting and all relationships begin with successful flirting.
Flirting is an art that requires oozing confidence without being OTT. If you go too far, she will label you “slimy” If you don’t go far enough, she will label you “wimpy”.
So how do you achieve that point half way between slimy and wimpy and do it online without using eye contact or body language?
All you have is a computer an internet connection and membership in an online dating site, right?
1. Have fun! Be light-hearted, funny and entertaining. Make her eager to talk to you again. Flirting is playful.
2. Ooze confidence. Successful flirts have a positive outlook on life. You need to transmit the “feel good” factor. An optimistic attitude attracts females like honey attracts flies.
3. 3. Compliment her…and do it often and sincerely. Nothing opens doors like making her feel good about herself. She will want to spend more time with you and if she pays you a compliment say “thank you”. Do Not be self depreciating.
4. Listen…listen….listen. Pay attention to what she says and ask appropriate questions. Get her to open up and talk about herself. Make her feel like she is interesting and that you are interested in her. Works wonders!
5. Don’t be rude. Flirting does not include being sexually explicit nor taking offence if the lady isn’t responding to you. If she isn’t interested, take the hint and move on to the next prospect. If you get a lot of rejections, you should probably consider a different approach.
6. Send an email after you chat. This ranks right up there with sending a thank you note for a gift and it is vital to successful flirting.
Don’t try to go too fast. Flirting is the first step to a successful relationship.
Until the next time!
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Flirting is an art that requires oozing confidence without being OTT. If you go too far, she will label you “slimy” If you don’t go far enough, she will label you “wimpy”.
So how do you achieve that point half way between slimy and wimpy and do it online without using eye contact or body language?
All you have is a computer an internet connection and membership in an online dating site, right?
1. Have fun! Be light-hearted, funny and entertaining. Make her eager to talk to you again. Flirting is playful.
2. Ooze confidence. Successful flirts have a positive outlook on life. You need to transmit the “feel good” factor. An optimistic attitude attracts females like honey attracts flies.
3. 3. Compliment her…and do it often and sincerely. Nothing opens doors like making her feel good about herself. She will want to spend more time with you and if she pays you a compliment say “thank you”. Do Not be self depreciating.
4. Listen…listen….listen. Pay attention to what she says and ask appropriate questions. Get her to open up and talk about herself. Make her feel like she is interesting and that you are interested in her. Works wonders!
5. Don’t be rude. Flirting does not include being sexually explicit nor taking offence if the lady isn’t responding to you. If she isn’t interested, take the hint and move on to the next prospect. If you get a lot of rejections, you should probably consider a different approach.
6. Send an email after you chat. This ranks right up there with sending a thank you note for a gift and it is vital to successful flirting.
Don’t try to go too fast. Flirting is the first step to a successful relationship.
Until the next time!
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Please feel free to add this article to your website all we ask in return is that you post a link back to our website http://www.ticket4one.com
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Labels: dating, dating blog, online, online dating, online flirting
Tuesday, June 13, 2006
Dating Online Profile Security
Dating online is becoming more and more popular, with people from all over the world logging online to search for a soul mate in cyberspace. However, like all other businesses that are conducted online, hackers are always out there to track you down for your personal information. Here some sharp tips to protect yourself from any attempts of having your personal information stolen and abused online.
Ok so you have found your chat room, dating site, that matches your interest, introduce yourself with information that you know people cannot trace back to you, Leave things in a more general perspective. NEVER write your phone number, email address, real name, home address anywhere on the site where other members can see it. You only need to write your email address for the dating sites administrator to verify who you are but after that, KEEP IT TO YOURSELF. Wait until you have started chatting with someone whom you truly click with and have spoken to for a while.
Join the chat room regularly start to form friendships with the regular members there. Again keep your personal email address to yourself until you are certain you want to meet someone from there. Be honest, and be yourself – after all, being natural is what will endear you to a particular mate.
Once you have made up your mind to start emailing someone keep your correspondence limited until you get to know the person well enough to feel comfortable sharing your phone number and talking for the first time. If you need a good icebreaker, start off the chat by talking about the website or chat room where you met and any special interests that brought you two together.
If you are interested in a few online people, consider setting up a free e-mail account like hotmail or yahoo to share information with each other.
Avoid extremely large, public chat rooms. A lot of people visit these chat rooms to see what they can get away with. Try focusing on smaller, targeted websites or chat rooms that come from a reputable site you can trust.
If you decide to meet each other in person, choose a neutral, public place. You may even choose a town or city that’s not the same as the one where you live. Restaurants, parks, theaters and other public places where people gather often are a good place to start. Alternately, you could choose to attend a special event in your area together, perhaps a concert, festival or fair.
If you follow these tips, chances are you will have a great time with your online dating. Remember to be honest and be yourself! If you do, chances are that you will find that perfect special someone who enjoys you for who you are.
Ok so you have found your chat room, dating site, that matches your interest, introduce yourself with information that you know people cannot trace back to you, Leave things in a more general perspective. NEVER write your phone number, email address, real name, home address anywhere on the site where other members can see it. You only need to write your email address for the dating sites administrator to verify who you are but after that, KEEP IT TO YOURSELF. Wait until you have started chatting with someone whom you truly click with and have spoken to for a while.
Join the chat room regularly start to form friendships with the regular members there. Again keep your personal email address to yourself until you are certain you want to meet someone from there. Be honest, and be yourself – after all, being natural is what will endear you to a particular mate.
Once you have made up your mind to start emailing someone keep your correspondence limited until you get to know the person well enough to feel comfortable sharing your phone number and talking for the first time. If you need a good icebreaker, start off the chat by talking about the website or chat room where you met and any special interests that brought you two together.
If you are interested in a few online people, consider setting up a free e-mail account like hotmail or yahoo to share information with each other.
Avoid extremely large, public chat rooms. A lot of people visit these chat rooms to see what they can get away with. Try focusing on smaller, targeted websites or chat rooms that come from a reputable site you can trust.
If you decide to meet each other in person, choose a neutral, public place. You may even choose a town or city that’s not the same as the one where you live. Restaurants, parks, theaters and other public places where people gather often are a good place to start. Alternately, you could choose to attend a special event in your area together, perhaps a concert, festival or fair.
If you follow these tips, chances are you will have a great time with your online dating. Remember to be honest and be yourself! If you do, chances are that you will find that perfect special someone who enjoys you for who you are.
Labels: dating, dating blog, online, online dating, security
Wednesday, June 07, 2006
Dating sites review
Ticket4one dating sites review: Thinking about trying Online Dating but not really sure if it’s the right thing for you? I have been surfing the net for years wondering in and out of websites cruising for the right one and the right people. Finally I have found my wife to be and i am here to share with you my finest secrets on how to use Internet dating to its maximum and find your soul mate.
If your trying online dating or just about to take that exciting plunge into finding your souls companion online. Then you must read this free Dating info article first. I am going to save you years off your search and teach you how to avoid the thousands of annoying fake profiles currently online for free. THAT’S RIGHT FREE!
Ok so your tired of sitting at home waiting for Mr. or Mrs. right to walk in through your lounge room door and sweep you off your feet. And you have probably been wondering where people go to meet other singles that think about life the way you do. Night clubs are cool and full of a lot of singles, but its really hard to meet genuine heart felt people that have a dozen beers under their belt.
You are an amazing human being and you should wake up everyday and tell yourself that. There are literally millions of single people out there that are just dying inside for someone to just talk to. A lot of these singles have already joined the online dating scene and often log onto their favorite site to just say hi to people after a long day at work.
There are loads of websites on the market that offer everything. Some free, and others that are very expensive. So what’s the main difference between them? and how can you choose which ones are better suited to you? To be honest I believe I would be a member of at leaast 10 dating sites. And let me say that at least 9 of them are garbage. Some Great site Qualities to look for when trying online dating:
Opening of the site is professional
Members pics on front page
Choose a site that isn’t afraid to show how many members it has
Often a site with fewer numbers gives you greater chances to be noticed by others
Choose a site that you can join for free before you have to pay for sending emails.
Look for a description of what the site offers before joining; make sure it’s not a porn site.
Professional Dating sites are by order of the law, under strict guidelines in regards to your personal information are therefore prohibited from distributing any of your personal information onto second or third parties. As a rule of thumb its always good practice to read their terms of use and privacy policies first. If a site doesn’t have both of these DON’T JOIN. Normally you will find these tags at the bottom of the page.
Sitting at home or at work will not improve your chances of finding that someone special. If you were going to buy a car would you be more inclined to buy a car sitting in the back of someone’s garage not advertised, or do you think that you would more then likely buy a car from a car yard. You know the one with the red display flags hanging all over it. That’s right, you would definitely buy the car from the car yard cause it’s advertised. The same thing applies to your dating life.
Once you have joined a website don’t pay right away for email usage. Upload a picture if you can, it increases your chances of people emailing you. Search for other member’s profiles and send Virtual kisses first. Once you can see other members are interested in you and that they are roughly the type of people you want to get to know then upgrade for a paid membership and begin communicating.
Now you have all the tools needed for a successful online dating campaign. Before you read this article you were probably a bit apprehensive about joining a dating site but think about all the things you just learnt.
How to find real people
How to pick a professional site
How to play the numbers game successfully
How to get noticed quicker
How to test a site before you buy in
The importance of advertising yourself
Online dating security
How to find your real soul mate
Trying online dating is easy Ticket4one.com is one the most trustworthy sources of online participants available to daters. Full of events and activities worldwide set up to bring people like you together. Our events and activities are similar to speed dating events only we don’t do it at a bar or restaurant. We actually get out in the real world and do things like 4x4 tours, Mystery bus tours, learn2surf, poker nights, self-help and motivational course and many many more. Our statement is “ Real events for real people. To meet others in a No obligation stress free environment.”
If your trying online dating or just about to take that exciting plunge into finding your souls companion online. Then you must read this free Dating info article first. I am going to save you years off your search and teach you how to avoid the thousands of annoying fake profiles currently online for free. THAT’S RIGHT FREE!
Ok so your tired of sitting at home waiting for Mr. or Mrs. right to walk in through your lounge room door and sweep you off your feet. And you have probably been wondering where people go to meet other singles that think about life the way you do. Night clubs are cool and full of a lot of singles, but its really hard to meet genuine heart felt people that have a dozen beers under their belt.
You are an amazing human being and you should wake up everyday and tell yourself that. There are literally millions of single people out there that are just dying inside for someone to just talk to. A lot of these singles have already joined the online dating scene and often log onto their favorite site to just say hi to people after a long day at work.
There are loads of websites on the market that offer everything. Some free, and others that are very expensive. So what’s the main difference between them? and how can you choose which ones are better suited to you? To be honest I believe I would be a member of at leaast 10 dating sites. And let me say that at least 9 of them are garbage. Some Great site Qualities to look for when trying online dating:
Opening of the site is professional
Members pics on front page
Choose a site that isn’t afraid to show how many members it has
Often a site with fewer numbers gives you greater chances to be noticed by others
Choose a site that you can join for free before you have to pay for sending emails.
Look for a description of what the site offers before joining; make sure it’s not a porn site.
Professional Dating sites are by order of the law, under strict guidelines in regards to your personal information are therefore prohibited from distributing any of your personal information onto second or third parties. As a rule of thumb its always good practice to read their terms of use and privacy policies first. If a site doesn’t have both of these DON’T JOIN. Normally you will find these tags at the bottom of the page.
Sitting at home or at work will not improve your chances of finding that someone special. If you were going to buy a car would you be more inclined to buy a car sitting in the back of someone’s garage not advertised, or do you think that you would more then likely buy a car from a car yard. You know the one with the red display flags hanging all over it. That’s right, you would definitely buy the car from the car yard cause it’s advertised. The same thing applies to your dating life.
Once you have joined a website don’t pay right away for email usage. Upload a picture if you can, it increases your chances of people emailing you. Search for other member’s profiles and send Virtual kisses first. Once you can see other members are interested in you and that they are roughly the type of people you want to get to know then upgrade for a paid membership and begin communicating.
Now you have all the tools needed for a successful online dating campaign. Before you read this article you were probably a bit apprehensive about joining a dating site but think about all the things you just learnt.
How to find real people
How to pick a professional site
How to play the numbers game successfully
How to get noticed quicker
How to test a site before you buy in
The importance of advertising yourself
Online dating security
How to find your real soul mate
Trying online dating is easy Ticket4one.com is one the most trustworthy sources of online participants available to daters. Full of events and activities worldwide set up to bring people like you together. Our events and activities are similar to speed dating events only we don’t do it at a bar or restaurant. We actually get out in the real world and do things like 4x4 tours, Mystery bus tours, learn2surf, poker nights, self-help and motivational course and many many more. Our statement is “ Real events for real people. To meet others in a No obligation stress free environment.”
Labels: dating, dating blog, dating site, online dating, review
Tuesday, May 30, 2006
Free Dating Online
Free online dating is everywhere. If your just about to take that exciting plunge into finding your souls companion online. Then you must read this free info article first. I am going to save you years off your search and teach you how to avoid the thousands of annoying fake profiles currently online for free. THAT’S RIGHT FREE!
I have been surfing the net for years wondering in and out of websites cruising for the right one and the right people. Finally I have found my wife to be and i am here to share with you my finest secrets on how to use Free Online dating to its maximum and find your soul mate for little or No cost.
There are loads of websites on the market that offer everything. Some free and others that are very expensive. So what’s the main difference between them? And how can you choose which ones are better suited to you? To be honest I believe I would be a member of at leaast 10 dating sites. And let me say that at least 9 of them are garbage. Some Great site Qualities to look for when finding dating sites:
Opening of the site is professional.
Members pics on front page.
Choose a site that isn’t afraid to show how many members it has
Often a site with fewer numbers gives you greater chances to be noticed by others.
Look for a description of what the site offers before joining; make sure it’s not a porn site.
The problem with the majority of free online dating sites is they attract a huge number of members from poor foreign countries. Often these members want to try and send you a scam offering huge financial returns for helping them out. And the whole time all they really want is your banking details so they can rob you blind. I strongly suggest staying away from these sites. Find a site that charges very minimal rates to email others. And free to join. IT’S SAFER
Once you have joined a website don’t pay right away for email usage. Upload a picture if you can, it increases your chances of people emailing you. Search for other member’s profiles and send Virtual kisses first. Once you can see other members are interested in you and that they are roughly the type of people you want to get to know then upgrade for a paid membership and begin communicating.
Now you have all the tools needed for a successful online dating campaign. Before you read this article you were probably a bit apprehensive about joining a dating site but think about all the things you just learnt.
How to find real people
How to pick a professional site
How to play the numbers game successfully
How to get noticed quicker
How to test a site before you buy in
The importance of advertising yourself
Online dating security
How to find your real soul mate
What kind of sites to avoid
Free online dating is easy. Ticket4one.com is one the most trustworthy sources of online participants available to daters. Full of events and activities worldwide set up to bring people like you together. Our events and activities are similar to speed dating events only we don’t do it at a bar or restaurant. We actually get out in the real world and do things like 4x4 tours, Mystery bus tours, learn2surf, poker nights, self-help and motivational course and many more. Our statement is “ Real events for real people. To meet others in a No obligation stress free environment.”http://www.ticket4one.com
I have been surfing the net for years wondering in and out of websites cruising for the right one and the right people. Finally I have found my wife to be and i am here to share with you my finest secrets on how to use Free Online dating to its maximum and find your soul mate for little or No cost.
There are loads of websites on the market that offer everything. Some free and others that are very expensive. So what’s the main difference between them? And how can you choose which ones are better suited to you? To be honest I believe I would be a member of at leaast 10 dating sites. And let me say that at least 9 of them are garbage. Some Great site Qualities to look for when finding dating sites:
Opening of the site is professional.
Members pics on front page.
Choose a site that isn’t afraid to show how many members it has
Often a site with fewer numbers gives you greater chances to be noticed by others.
Look for a description of what the site offers before joining; make sure it’s not a porn site.
The problem with the majority of free online dating sites is they attract a huge number of members from poor foreign countries. Often these members want to try and send you a scam offering huge financial returns for helping them out. And the whole time all they really want is your banking details so they can rob you blind. I strongly suggest staying away from these sites. Find a site that charges very minimal rates to email others. And free to join. IT’S SAFER
Once you have joined a website don’t pay right away for email usage. Upload a picture if you can, it increases your chances of people emailing you. Search for other member’s profiles and send Virtual kisses first. Once you can see other members are interested in you and that they are roughly the type of people you want to get to know then upgrade for a paid membership and begin communicating.
Now you have all the tools needed for a successful online dating campaign. Before you read this article you were probably a bit apprehensive about joining a dating site but think about all the things you just learnt.
How to find real people
How to pick a professional site
How to play the numbers game successfully
How to get noticed quicker
How to test a site before you buy in
The importance of advertising yourself
Online dating security
How to find your real soul mate
What kind of sites to avoid
Free online dating is easy. Ticket4one.com is one the most trustworthy sources of online participants available to daters. Full of events and activities worldwide set up to bring people like you together. Our events and activities are similar to speed dating events only we don’t do it at a bar or restaurant. We actually get out in the real world and do things like 4x4 tours, Mystery bus tours, learn2surf, poker nights, self-help and motivational course and many more. Our statement is “ Real events for real people. To meet others in a No obligation stress free environment.”http://www.ticket4one.com
Labels: dating, dating blog, dating site, free, online dating
Monday, May 22, 2006
long distance relationships
Long distance relationships and some helpful tips to get through the tough times of being so far away from a loved one.
If your in a Long Distance relationship or thinking about entering one here is all the help you will need to make sure that your relationship stands the test of time.
With all the high tech advances going on in the word today, long distance love is actually starting to work. There are loads of various online companies with free software that will keep you in very close contact with anyone any where in the world, Such as:
Skype, Skype is a computer program that can be used to make free voice calls over the Internet to anyone else who is also using Skype. It's free and considered easy to download and use, and works with most computers. Once you download, register and install the software, you'll need to plug in a headset, speakers or USB phone to start using Skype.
MSN Messenger, MSN Messenger is another source similar to skype and only its more personalized so that you only chat with the people you invite into your system. MSN Messenger also offers web cam viewing and live video all you have to do is download and add the email addresses of the people you wish to communicate with. Yahoo also has a version of this kind of software, I have used all three from time to time and find that for broadband users that Skype is the easiest and the best quality.
If you’re in a long distance relationship, and for the purpose of this article I am going to example a relationship of 2 people on other sides of the world to each other. Send an email so that your partner wakes up to you first thing in the mornings. It’s always nice to wake up to a loving thought in the morning.
Mobile phones are expensive to use and not everyone has the money to talk on them every night but send an SMS message from time to time, let your partner know that you always have them on your mind.
Time differences are a hazard but they can also make you look like a superstar. Every women loves waking up to a romantic poem sent to her phone when she was asleep or even an email.
If you’re just starting a long distance relationship learn all the important dates and write them down like birthdays etc.. Dating someone on the other side of the world does not mean they don’t get older.
If your doing something special yourself make sure you take a few pictures and send them to your partner they will appreciate seeing your face. And again will conform in their mind that they are important to you.
The more you can make your partner feel like they are only living just down the road from you the better chances you have of making your new relationship work. Its hard being so far away from someone you love but it’s not impossible. Use technology to its fullest and even send each other small gifts through the post office. The more personal things seem for both of you the more your going to succeed.
Long distance relationships do work and with today’s technologies available for free. Seeing someone face to face is as easy as turning on your computer and saying hello. Download a couple of the programs I have suggested, you want be disappointed it’s free easy and they all come with great help instructions.Ticket4one
If your in a Long Distance relationship or thinking about entering one here is all the help you will need to make sure that your relationship stands the test of time.
With all the high tech advances going on in the word today, long distance love is actually starting to work. There are loads of various online companies with free software that will keep you in very close contact with anyone any where in the world, Such as:
Skype, Skype is a computer program that can be used to make free voice calls over the Internet to anyone else who is also using Skype. It's free and considered easy to download and use, and works with most computers. Once you download, register and install the software, you'll need to plug in a headset, speakers or USB phone to start using Skype.
MSN Messenger, MSN Messenger is another source similar to skype and only its more personalized so that you only chat with the people you invite into your system. MSN Messenger also offers web cam viewing and live video all you have to do is download and add the email addresses of the people you wish to communicate with. Yahoo also has a version of this kind of software, I have used all three from time to time and find that for broadband users that Skype is the easiest and the best quality.
If you’re in a long distance relationship, and for the purpose of this article I am going to example a relationship of 2 people on other sides of the world to each other. Send an email so that your partner wakes up to you first thing in the mornings. It’s always nice to wake up to a loving thought in the morning.
Mobile phones are expensive to use and not everyone has the money to talk on them every night but send an SMS message from time to time, let your partner know that you always have them on your mind.
Time differences are a hazard but they can also make you look like a superstar. Every women loves waking up to a romantic poem sent to her phone when she was asleep or even an email.
If you’re just starting a long distance relationship learn all the important dates and write them down like birthdays etc.. Dating someone on the other side of the world does not mean they don’t get older.
If your doing something special yourself make sure you take a few pictures and send them to your partner they will appreciate seeing your face. And again will conform in their mind that they are important to you.
The more you can make your partner feel like they are only living just down the road from you the better chances you have of making your new relationship work. Its hard being so far away from someone you love but it’s not impossible. Use technology to its fullest and even send each other small gifts through the post office. The more personal things seem for both of you the more your going to succeed.
Long distance relationships do work and with today’s technologies available for free. Seeing someone face to face is as easy as turning on your computer and saying hello. Download a couple of the programs I have suggested, you want be disappointed it’s free easy and they all come with great help instructions.Ticket4one
Labels: dating, dating blog, dating site, long distance, long distance relationships, online dating, relationships
Friday, May 19, 2006
love in the new millenium
Romance in the new world is currently undergoing a total face lift. Embracing technology via the Internet is proving extremely popular. We all have our fantasies of our ideal man/women. Through online dating meeting Mr or Mrs right is very easy. Getting to know wether someone is right or wrong for you is unbelievable quick. Leaving you a lot more time to find the person that is your dream soul mate. Online dating really allows you to get to know someone a lot better before setting up a meeting.
Dating sites are professionally managed with great care given to make it a safe experience. Searching for the ideal partner is streamlined. You fill in your requirements and the site will search its database to find you the most suitable partners matching your criteria. All you need to do is to look through the lists, read their profiles, and start contacting them through e-mails or "chat" services provided. Once you have established a mutual friendship with someone online its then time to proceed to step 2 and meet your newest friend face to face. Studies show, the success rate is 94% Compatibility. With more than 700 dating sites throughout the World Wide Web. The statistics of love speak for themselves.
Professionally managed dating sites offer free articles that discuss different aspects on how to go about dating online. Majority of members using online dating techniques are tech savvy before they join. Those who are new to the world of online are generally helped through an online support center offered by the site of choice. And anyone that wants to get to know you will always be more then accommodating to help you through this learning curve.
Dating Online is a stress free and affordable way to meet thousands of people, which is always a bonus when looking for Mr or Mrs right. You set the pace, boundaries, decide whether you are looking for a long-term relationship or a casual one. You can access the site anytime and from anyplace. 24 hours a day and seven days a week the choice is yours.
Find your hearts truest companion by using online dating sites. I found my wife online, a woman who I would have thought was well out of my league, a woman I could have only dreamed of, that is until I went online. We were from two totally different parts of the world. The possibility of me ever meeting her in the real world was 0% I wakeup every morning, look across at her and laugh to myself, thinking " this has got to be a dream" but it's a dream I never wake from and I'm not the only one that has had this kind of good fortune. 84 million people are online looking for love worldwide everyday. Online dating sites are safe and there is nothing to be afraid of. Ask around and you will find that many of your friends or colleagues have been quite successful at online dating. http://www.ticket4one.com
Dating sites are professionally managed with great care given to make it a safe experience. Searching for the ideal partner is streamlined. You fill in your requirements and the site will search its database to find you the most suitable partners matching your criteria. All you need to do is to look through the lists, read their profiles, and start contacting them through e-mails or "chat" services provided. Once you have established a mutual friendship with someone online its then time to proceed to step 2 and meet your newest friend face to face. Studies show, the success rate is 94% Compatibility. With more than 700 dating sites throughout the World Wide Web. The statistics of love speak for themselves.
Professionally managed dating sites offer free articles that discuss different aspects on how to go about dating online. Majority of members using online dating techniques are tech savvy before they join. Those who are new to the world of online are generally helped through an online support center offered by the site of choice. And anyone that wants to get to know you will always be more then accommodating to help you through this learning curve.
Dating Online is a stress free and affordable way to meet thousands of people, which is always a bonus when looking for Mr or Mrs right. You set the pace, boundaries, decide whether you are looking for a long-term relationship or a casual one. You can access the site anytime and from anyplace. 24 hours a day and seven days a week the choice is yours.
Find your hearts truest companion by using online dating sites. I found my wife online, a woman who I would have thought was well out of my league, a woman I could have only dreamed of, that is until I went online. We were from two totally different parts of the world. The possibility of me ever meeting her in the real world was 0% I wakeup every morning, look across at her and laugh to myself, thinking " this has got to be a dream" but it's a dream I never wake from and I'm not the only one that has had this kind of good fortune. 84 million people are online looking for love worldwide everyday. Online dating sites are safe and there is nothing to be afraid of. Ask around and you will find that many of your friends or colleagues have been quite successful at online dating. http://www.ticket4one.com
Labels: dating, dating blog, dating site, love, online dating
Speed dating events
Speed Dating Events have been growing in population since early 1999. Wondering where you go to meet people with the same interests as you? Tired of the bar scene and weary of blind dates, speed dating offers a fun and safe alternative.Rabbi Yaacov Deyo established speed dating in 1999, based on a Jewish tradition of chaperoned gatherings of young Jewish singles.
Originally intended as a way of keeping Jewish singles from marrying outside the faith; the speed-dating movement is now flourishing in communities throughout the world.The old speed dating methods: How it works- a group of singles gathers at a cafe or similar venue. Armed with a nametag, a scorecard and their sparkling personality, couples are paired up to begin their first date. They are allowed to discuss anything, except their careers, or where the live.Following seven minutes of conversation, a bell is rung, and the men move on to meet their next date.
Think of it as a flirt's version of musical chairs.Following each date, participants mark on a card whether they would have an interest in meeting their date again. If a mutual interest is noted, speed-dating organizers provide each party with the other's phone number.
Ticket4one.com’s Speed Dating: A group of singles selects a speed dating event such as Mystery bus tours, 4x4 tours, poker nights, learn to sail, cooking etc. from the “events &r Courses “ page at ticket4one.com and is given a nametag, couples are paired up ate the events and constantly broken up and moved onto the next partner. At the end of the event the participants then head back to the website and submit there interests in members they just met. When a mutual interest is registered both participants are informed via email of their compatibility.Meeting fresh and interesting people has never been easier or safer. You are in control the whole time. There is no obligation from anyone to disclose their personal information. Speed dating has proven to be fairly successful, with approximately half of all participants coming away with a potential match. Take a look at Ticket4one.com’s latest events and join for Free lifetime membership.http://www.ticket4one.com
Originally intended as a way of keeping Jewish singles from marrying outside the faith; the speed-dating movement is now flourishing in communities throughout the world.The old speed dating methods: How it works- a group of singles gathers at a cafe or similar venue. Armed with a nametag, a scorecard and their sparkling personality, couples are paired up to begin their first date. They are allowed to discuss anything, except their careers, or where the live.Following seven minutes of conversation, a bell is rung, and the men move on to meet their next date.
Think of it as a flirt's version of musical chairs.Following each date, participants mark on a card whether they would have an interest in meeting their date again. If a mutual interest is noted, speed-dating organizers provide each party with the other's phone number.
Ticket4one.com’s Speed Dating: A group of singles selects a speed dating event such as Mystery bus tours, 4x4 tours, poker nights, learn to sail, cooking etc. from the “events &r Courses “ page at ticket4one.com and is given a nametag, couples are paired up ate the events and constantly broken up and moved onto the next partner. At the end of the event the participants then head back to the website and submit there interests in members they just met. When a mutual interest is registered both participants are informed via email of their compatibility.Meeting fresh and interesting people has never been easier or safer. You are in control the whole time. There is no obligation from anyone to disclose their personal information. Speed dating has proven to be fairly successful, with approximately half of all participants coming away with a potential match. Take a look at Ticket4one.com’s latest events and join for Free lifetime membership.http://www.ticket4one.com
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Thursday, May 11, 2006
Online Dating & Statistics
Online Dating: Romance in the new world is currently undergoing a total facelift. Embracing technology via the Internet is proving extremely popular. We all have our fantasies of our ideal man/women. Through online dating meeting Mr or Mrs right is very easy. Getting to know wether someone is right or wrong for you is unbelievable quick. Leaving you a lot more time to find the person that is your dream soul mate. Online dating really allows you to get to know someone a lot better before setting up a meeting.
Dating sites are professionally managed with great care given to make it a safe experience. Searching for the ideal partner is streamlined. You fill in your requirements and the site will search its database to find you the most suitable partners matching your criteria. All you need to do is to look through the lists, read their profiles, and start contacting them through e-mails or "chat" services provided. Once you have established a mutual friendship with someone online its then time to proceed to step 2 and meet your newest friend face to face. Studies show, the success rate is 94% Compatibility. With more than 700 dating sites throughout the World Wide Web. The statistics of love speak for themselves.
Professionally managed dating sites offer free articles that discuss different aspects on how to go about dating online. Majority of members using online dating techniques are tech savvy before they join. Those who are new to the world of online are generally helped through an online support centre offered by the site of choice. And anyone that wants to get to know you will always be more then accommodating to help you through this learning curve.
Online dating is a stress free and affordable way to meet thousands of people, which is always a bonus when looking for Mr or Mrs right. You set the pace, boundaries, decide whether you are looking for a long-term relationship or a casual one. You can access the site anytime and from anyplace. 24 hours a day and seven days a week the choice is yours.
Find your hearts truest companion by using online dating sites. I found my wife online, a woman who I would have thought was well out of my league, a woman I could have only dreamed of, that is until I went online. We were from two totally different parts of the world. The possibility of me ever meeting her in the real world was 0% I wakeup every morning, look across at her and laugh to myself, thinking “ this has got to be a dream” but it’s a dream I never wake from and I’m not the only one that has had this kind of good fortune. 84 million people are online looking for love worldwide everyday. Online dating sites are safe and there is nothing to be afraid of. Ask around and you will find that many of your friends or colleagues have been quite successful at online dating.http://www.ticket4one.com
Dating sites are professionally managed with great care given to make it a safe experience. Searching for the ideal partner is streamlined. You fill in your requirements and the site will search its database to find you the most suitable partners matching your criteria. All you need to do is to look through the lists, read their profiles, and start contacting them through e-mails or "chat" services provided. Once you have established a mutual friendship with someone online its then time to proceed to step 2 and meet your newest friend face to face. Studies show, the success rate is 94% Compatibility. With more than 700 dating sites throughout the World Wide Web. The statistics of love speak for themselves.
Professionally managed dating sites offer free articles that discuss different aspects on how to go about dating online. Majority of members using online dating techniques are tech savvy before they join. Those who are new to the world of online are generally helped through an online support centre offered by the site of choice. And anyone that wants to get to know you will always be more then accommodating to help you through this learning curve.
Online dating is a stress free and affordable way to meet thousands of people, which is always a bonus when looking for Mr or Mrs right. You set the pace, boundaries, decide whether you are looking for a long-term relationship or a casual one. You can access the site anytime and from anyplace. 24 hours a day and seven days a week the choice is yours.
Find your hearts truest companion by using online dating sites. I found my wife online, a woman who I would have thought was well out of my league, a woman I could have only dreamed of, that is until I went online. We were from two totally different parts of the world. The possibility of me ever meeting her in the real world was 0% I wakeup every morning, look across at her and laugh to myself, thinking “ this has got to be a dream” but it’s a dream I never wake from and I’m not the only one that has had this kind of good fortune. 84 million people are online looking for love worldwide everyday. Online dating sites are safe and there is nothing to be afraid of. Ask around and you will find that many of your friends or colleagues have been quite successful at online dating.http://www.ticket4one.com
Labels: dating, dating blog, dating site, online, online dating, statistics
Thursday, May 04, 2006
Online Dating profile do's and don'ts
Online Dating profile: Do's and Don'ts: Creating a great profile means selling your greatest strengths and attributes. Like creating your personal resume. Most reputable online dating sites provide a multiple choice matching as well as a brief description of yourself and what you are looking for. After someone finds his or her "match", it is your description of yourself that makes you shine. So take your time and fill in your description completely, Two to three sentences are considered perfect. You can always come back to your description later to update it People who don't fill out their descriptions properly are not taken seriously and often get passed on for other profiles that look more genuine. Be honest in your ad. Describe yourself accurately and most important honestly in your online dating profile. Include real data like your height, body type, weight and educational background. Show your personality. Talk about hobbies, activities you enjoy, movies, interests, books, or music you enjoy, do you like to travel, (don't disclose your place of employment.... keep it general: I am a nurse, an accountant, etc). Don't give away too much information...just write enough to spark an interested. Leave something to talk about later. Share your thoughts, you don't have to just write facts. Nobody wants to read a profile that's all touchy-feely, Keep your profile alive. Write as if you're talking to your best friend. We want to know more about the Real you like where you're from, what you want from life, what makes you laugh, what you love about life. DON'T focus on only one part of your life: You may love dogs, love to ski, those are great things to mention in your profile. Say something about you, add your personality and humour into what people are reading. Don't try to make false impressions. False impressions will back fire as much as they will in the rest of your life. Relax, and let your true self show through. There are people who will like who you are. Believe in yourself and the fact that you are worthy of that someone special.Keep it all Positive Don't dwell on your problems and limitations. Now is not the time to be talking about why you got divorced, or problems at work. Those are things that you can mention, you can talk about these things once you have gotten to know someoneWhat you are looking for: Keep your options broad. If you write you are looking for the love of your life and nothing less then there is a good chance your going to scare potential candidates away before even talking to them. Remember the majority of relationships you have been in have started from being friends first and then something developed from that so treat your online dating profile the same. Words to Use and Avoid with you online dating profile: Good Words: Affectionate, Likes to cuddle, interested in a committed relationship, sensitive, great cook, romantic, caring, monogamous, down to earth, looking for best friend, educated, sophisticated, loving, generous, cute, reliable, my colleagues describe me as handsome, great legs, petite, curvaceous, hourglass figure, gentleman. Words to Avoid: Here is what NOT to put in a personal on a regular/metro site: Well hung, great in bed, I'd love to satisfy you, sexually insatiable, animal, great lover, oral, fuck, blow, make love, erotic, uninhibited and any other sexual words. If these words want work for you in real life what makes you think they will work online for you. At the end of the day the people your talking to online are the exact same as those you walk past in the streets.http://www.ticket4one.com
Labels: dating, dating blog, dating site, do's and don'ts, online, online dating, profile
Wednesday, May 03, 2006
Online Dating Answering Emails
Remember that hers/his friends may read your email response as well: He/she may open it at work, or in front of friends. (' We have all shown OUR love letters to friends, haven't we?) So don't write things you will be embarrassed to be confronted with later, like when you meet his/her friends a few months from now. Even in the largest cities, people tend to move in certain social circles. Even in anonymous ads or emails, someone can tell who you are by a just a few things that you write about yourself.Test the water first. If your relationship is moving from friendship to something a little steamier, start introducing your intimate exchanges gradually. Rather than long outpours of your every thought, try something brief, for example. "I was in the middle of work today and I found myself thinking about you in a manner that surprised me. Want to know more?"Respond promptly to all emails or any romantic advances you wish to encourage. It's tough hanging out, wondering whether your message was hit or missed. If you didn’t get a reply, you can revise your response and try again. It might be that your first email didn't even get to the person. It does happen. Or it might be that you just still didn't express yourself properly. Try again, if your second attempt failed, shrug it off, and start searching for someone else again. Most importantly don't take it personally. Keep learning, and keep trying. As with anything else, practice makes perfect. Practice expressing yourself, practice reading thru peoples profiles, and practice getting to know the real you. When you get a reply, try to keep the same conversation running, but don't get too long winded. Talk about what your interests and hobbies are. And ask about her/his interests. Start building the friendship. Never respond to any correspondence that makes you feel uncomfortable. Reputable matchmaking systems always offer you the blocking of unwanted email from other members you don't want to receive from. If you have problems, write to the system administrator about changing your screen name. Report any obscene or Spam E-mails you receive to the system administrator. On non-adult/alternative lifestyles systems, obscenities, foul language, and abusive behaviour are usually reasons for termination in the rules and regulations you agreed to when you sign up. Provide the system administrator with the users details and copy and paste all emails that were sent to you.Never believe everything you read. Online it's very easy to misguide someone via correspondence. Remember that the person on the other end may or mat not be who they say they are. Getting inspired: Writing to someone you don't know is never easy. When you’re in the romantically impaired category, keep trying, don't give up. Online romance correspondence is 50% talent and 50% inspiration." Here are some helpful tips for translating what's in your heart into words in an email:Relax yourself, get in the right mood. Have a glass of wine, play some music. The more you loosen up the easier the right words will come.Write about your feelings, not facts: "I was a little excited to find your email waiting for me when I got home from work.""I noticed that you like surfing. I have 3 boards and can often be found down at xyz beach. I am always looking for someone to surf with."
Answering dating emails is easy and fun, there is no preasure to write everthing down as quck as it comes out of your head. take your time and let the right words flow with ease.follow our guidlines to answering dating emails and i know that you will have alot of success. So log into your free profile at ticket4one.com and start answering dating emails now! http://www.ticket4one.com
Answering dating emails is easy and fun, there is no preasure to write everthing down as quck as it comes out of your head. take your time and let the right words flow with ease.follow our guidlines to answering dating emails and i know that you will have alot of success. So log into your free profile at ticket4one.com and start answering dating emails now! http://www.ticket4one.com
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Tuesday, May 02, 2006
Writing to a Potential Date
Writing to a potential date: Writing that one email that catches the eye of Mr or Mrs right has always been a difficult and sometimes nerve wrecking experience, until now. I have been playing the singles online game for at least 5-6 yrs now. My days are over since I met my wife online but that doesn't mean that I can't pass on my years of knowledge to you. By the time you have finished reading this article you will know exactly what it takes to catch the eye of the one person you want the most.
Email people whose profiles interest you. When you are successful with someone you've met, great. If not, don't despair; thousands of new People are posted every week on dating sites. Even if you have success with one, keep sending emails out and corresponding with several people at the same time. Until you are in a committed relationship, you should always keep your options open.
Creating good first impressions: When it comes to writing that first email, tentatively putting your heart out on the line, many of us get the online equivalent of dry mouth -- or even worse, we say things better said down the line out of nervousness. How do you judge the line between being friendly and over-anxious when writing to a potential date?
Experiment; find a style that works for you. When writing to a potential date use the subject line like a newspaper headline, proofread, and be creative, honest and positive. Avoid anything canned or trite. Pick-up lines don't work online, and you will want make a good first impression, or get a response using one. Firstly your emails should always be individually written and work best when conversational in style. Members can tell when someone is sending a cut and paste of the same thing to everyone. It's usually all about them and says nothing about you, or what they liked about your profile.
Reference something about the recipient's profile. When writing to a potential date remember who your writing to.There has to be something said that interested you? Ask questions and include some brief information about yourself. What common interests do you both share. It's okay to flirt and tease a little during your first contact, but keep it light and friendly. Don't write anything about sex, using any sex related words, or talk about how you are their perfect match or soul mate. You are getting to know a perfect stranger. Again, keep it light and friendly.... as if you were meeting a new colleague that is works with you.
If the email doesn't convey the right message, you may not hear anything back from him/her. Remember you probably aren't the only one that liked him/her. Your email can be one of many. Make what you say stand out. Give him/her reason to write back. Ask questions, and offer to answer questions. This is your big chance to get to know more about each other.
By now you should have a really strong grounding for what it takes to get your email noticed or replied to. These principles do work, I know cause I am now a very happily married man to an amazing women. No tricks, No games just straight out winning tactics http://www.ticket4one.com
Email people whose profiles interest you. When you are successful with someone you've met, great. If not, don't despair; thousands of new People are posted every week on dating sites. Even if you have success with one, keep sending emails out and corresponding with several people at the same time. Until you are in a committed relationship, you should always keep your options open.
Creating good first impressions: When it comes to writing that first email, tentatively putting your heart out on the line, many of us get the online equivalent of dry mouth -- or even worse, we say things better said down the line out of nervousness. How do you judge the line between being friendly and over-anxious when writing to a potential date?
Experiment; find a style that works for you. When writing to a potential date use the subject line like a newspaper headline, proofread, and be creative, honest and positive. Avoid anything canned or trite. Pick-up lines don't work online, and you will want make a good first impression, or get a response using one. Firstly your emails should always be individually written and work best when conversational in style. Members can tell when someone is sending a cut and paste of the same thing to everyone. It's usually all about them and says nothing about you, or what they liked about your profile.
Reference something about the recipient's profile. When writing to a potential date remember who your writing to.There has to be something said that interested you? Ask questions and include some brief information about yourself. What common interests do you both share. It's okay to flirt and tease a little during your first contact, but keep it light and friendly. Don't write anything about sex, using any sex related words, or talk about how you are their perfect match or soul mate. You are getting to know a perfect stranger. Again, keep it light and friendly.... as if you were meeting a new colleague that is works with you.
If the email doesn't convey the right message, you may not hear anything back from him/her. Remember you probably aren't the only one that liked him/her. Your email can be one of many. Make what you say stand out. Give him/her reason to write back. Ask questions, and offer to answer questions. This is your big chance to get to know more about each other.
By now you should have a really strong grounding for what it takes to get your email noticed or replied to. These principles do work, I know cause I am now a very happily married man to an amazing women. No tricks, No games just straight out winning tactics http://www.ticket4one.com
Labels: date, dating, dating blog, dating site, email, emails, online dating, potential date, writing
Monday, May 01, 2006
Speed Dating Events
Speed Dating Events have been growing in population since early 1999. Wondering where you go to meet people with the same interests as you? Tired of the bar scene and weary of blind dates, speed dating offers a fun and safe alternative.
Rabbi Yaacov Deyo established speed dating in 1999, based on a Jewish tradition of chaperoned gatherings of young Jewish singles. Originally intended as a way of keeping Jewish singles from marrying outside the faith; the speed-dating movement is now flourishing in communities throughout the world.Read On...
Rabbi Yaacov Deyo established speed dating in 1999, based on a Jewish tradition of chaperoned gatherings of young Jewish singles. Originally intended as a way of keeping Jewish singles from marrying outside the faith; the speed-dating movement is now flourishing in communities throughout the world.Read On...
Labels: dating, dating blog, dating site, online dating, singles events, speed dating, speeddating
Saturday, April 29, 2006
Free Online Dating
Free online dating is everywhere. If your just about to take that exciting plunge into finding your souls companion online. Then you must read this free info article first. I am going to save you years off your search and teach you how to avoid the thousands of annoying fake profiles currently online for free. THAT’S RIGHT FREE!
I have been surfing the net for years wondering in and out of websites cruising for the right one and the right people. Finally I have found my wife to be and i am here to share with you my finest secrets on how to use Free Online dating to its maximum and find your soul mate for little or No cost.
There are loads of websites on the market that offer everything. Some free and others that are very expensive. So what’s the main difference between them? And how can you choose which ones are better suited to you? To be honest I believe I would be a member of at leaast 10 dating sites. And let me say that at least 9 of them are garbage. Some Great site Qualities to look for when finding dating sites:
Opening of the site is professional.
Members pics on front page.
Choose a site that isn’t afraid to show how many members it has
Often a site with fewer numbers gives you greater chances to be noticed by others.
Look for a description of what the site offers before joining; make sure it’s not a porn site.
The problem with the majority of free online dating sites is they attract a huge number of members from poor foreign countries. Often these members want to try and send you a scam offering huge financial returns for helping them out. And the whole time all they really want is your banking details so they can rob you blind. I strongly suggest staying away from these sites. Find a site that charges very minimal rates to email others. And free to join. IT’S SAFER
Once you have joined a website don’t pay right away for email usage. Upload a picture if you can, it increases your chances of people emailing you. Search for other member’s profiles and send Virtual kisses first. Once you can see other members are interested in you and that they are roughly the type of people you want to get to know then upgrade for a paid membership and begin communicating.
Now you have all the tools needed for a successful online dating campaign. Before you read this article you were probably a bit apprehensive about joining a dating site but think about all the things you just learnt.
How to find real people
How to pick a professional site
How to play the numbers game successfully
How to get noticed quicker
How to test a site before you buy in
The importance of advertising yourself
Online dating security
How to find your real soul mate
What kind of sites to avoid
Free online dating is easy. Ticket4one.com is one the most trustworthy sources of online participants available to daters. Full of events and activities worldwide set up to bring people like you together. Our events and activities are similar to speed dating events only we don’t do it at a bar or restaurant. We actually get out in the real world and do things like 4x4 tours, Mystery bus tours, learn2surf, poker nights, self-help and motivational course and many more. Our statement is “ Real events for real people. To meet others in a No obligation stress free environment.”http://www.ticket4one.com
I have been surfing the net for years wondering in and out of websites cruising for the right one and the right people. Finally I have found my wife to be and i am here to share with you my finest secrets on how to use Free Online dating to its maximum and find your soul mate for little or No cost.
There are loads of websites on the market that offer everything. Some free and others that are very expensive. So what’s the main difference between them? And how can you choose which ones are better suited to you? To be honest I believe I would be a member of at leaast 10 dating sites. And let me say that at least 9 of them are garbage. Some Great site Qualities to look for when finding dating sites:
Opening of the site is professional.
Members pics on front page.
Choose a site that isn’t afraid to show how many members it has
Often a site with fewer numbers gives you greater chances to be noticed by others.
Look for a description of what the site offers before joining; make sure it’s not a porn site.
The problem with the majority of free online dating sites is they attract a huge number of members from poor foreign countries. Often these members want to try and send you a scam offering huge financial returns for helping them out. And the whole time all they really want is your banking details so they can rob you blind. I strongly suggest staying away from these sites. Find a site that charges very minimal rates to email others. And free to join. IT’S SAFER
Once you have joined a website don’t pay right away for email usage. Upload a picture if you can, it increases your chances of people emailing you. Search for other member’s profiles and send Virtual kisses first. Once you can see other members are interested in you and that they are roughly the type of people you want to get to know then upgrade for a paid membership and begin communicating.
Now you have all the tools needed for a successful online dating campaign. Before you read this article you were probably a bit apprehensive about joining a dating site but think about all the things you just learnt.
How to find real people
How to pick a professional site
How to play the numbers game successfully
How to get noticed quicker
How to test a site before you buy in
The importance of advertising yourself
Online dating security
How to find your real soul mate
What kind of sites to avoid
Free online dating is easy. Ticket4one.com is one the most trustworthy sources of online participants available to daters. Full of events and activities worldwide set up to bring people like you together. Our events and activities are similar to speed dating events only we don’t do it at a bar or restaurant. We actually get out in the real world and do things like 4x4 tours, Mystery bus tours, learn2surf, poker nights, self-help and motivational course and many more. Our statement is “ Real events for real people. To meet others in a No obligation stress free environment.”http://www.ticket4one.com
Labels: dating, dating blog, dating site, free, online, online dating
Thursday, April 27, 2006
Trying Online Dating
Trying online dating: Thinking about trying Online Dating but not really sure if it’s the right thing for you? I have been surfing the net for years wondering in and out of websites cruising for the right one and the right people. Finally I have found my wife to be and i am here to share with you my finest secrets on how to use Internet dating to its maximum and find your soul mate.
If your trying online dating or just about to take that exciting plunge into finding your souls companion online. Then you must read this free info article first. I am going to save you years off your search and teach you how to avoid the thousands of annoying fake profiles currently online for free. THAT’S RIGHT FREE!
Ok so your tired of sitting at home waiting for Mr. or Mrs. right to walk in through your lounge room door and sweep you off your feet. And you have probably been wondering where people go to meet other singles that think about life the way you do. Night clubs are cool and full of a lot of singles, but its really hard to meet genuine heart felt people that have a dozen beers under their belt.
You are an amazing human being and you should wake up everyday and tell yourself that. There are literally millions of single people out there that are just dying inside for someone to just talk to. A lot of these singles have already joined the online dating scene and often log onto their favorite site to just say hi to people after a long day at work.
There are loads of websites on the market that offer everything. Some free, and others that are very expensive. So what’s the main difference between them? and how can you choose which ones are better suited to you? To be honest I believe I would be a member of at leaast 10 dating sites. And let me say that at least 9 of them are garbage. Some Great site Qualities to look for when trying online dating:
Opening of the site is professional
Members pics on front page
Choose a site that isn’t afraid to show how many members it has
Often a site with fewer numbers gives you greater chances to be noticed by others
Choose a site that you can join for free before you have to pay for sending emails.
Look for a description of what the site offers before joining; make sure it’s not a porn site.
Professional Dating sites are by order of the law, under strict guidelines in regards to your personal information are therefore prohibited from distributing any of your personal information onto second or third parties. As a rule of thumb its always good practice to read their terms of use and privacy policies first. If a site doesn’t have both of these DON’T JOIN. Normally you will find these tags at the bottom of the page.
Sitting at home or at work will not improve your chances of finding that someone special. If you were going to buy a car would you be more inclined to buy a car sitting in the back of someone’s garage not advertised, or do you think that you would more then likely buy a car from a car yard. You know the one with the red display flags hanging all over it. That’s right, you would definitely buy the car from the car yard cause it’s advertised. The same thing applies to your dating life.
Once you have joined a website don’t pay right away for email usage. Upload a picture if you can, it increases your chances of people emailing you. Search for other member’s profiles and send Virtual kisses first. Once you can see other members are interested in you and that they are roughly the type of people you want to get to know then upgrade for a paid membership and begin communicating.
Now you have all the tools needed for a successful online dating campaign. Before you read this article you were probably a bit apprehensive about joining a dating site but think about all the things you just learnt.
How to find real people
How to pick a professional site
How to play the numbers game successfully
How to get noticed quicker
How to test a site before you buy in
The importance of advertising yourself
Online dating security
How to find your real soul mate
Trying online dating is easy Ticket4one.com is one the most trustworthy sources of online participants available to daters. Full of events and activities worldwide set up to bring people like you together. Our events and activities are similar to speed dating events only we don’t do it at a bar or restaurant. We actually get out in the real world and do things like 4x4 tours, Mystery bus tours, learn2surf, poker nights, self-help and motivational course and many many more. Our statement is “ Real events for real people. To meet others in a No obligation stress free environment.”http://www.ticket4one.com
If your trying online dating or just about to take that exciting plunge into finding your souls companion online. Then you must read this free info article first. I am going to save you years off your search and teach you how to avoid the thousands of annoying fake profiles currently online for free. THAT’S RIGHT FREE!
Ok so your tired of sitting at home waiting for Mr. or Mrs. right to walk in through your lounge room door and sweep you off your feet. And you have probably been wondering where people go to meet other singles that think about life the way you do. Night clubs are cool and full of a lot of singles, but its really hard to meet genuine heart felt people that have a dozen beers under their belt.
You are an amazing human being and you should wake up everyday and tell yourself that. There are literally millions of single people out there that are just dying inside for someone to just talk to. A lot of these singles have already joined the online dating scene and often log onto their favorite site to just say hi to people after a long day at work.
There are loads of websites on the market that offer everything. Some free, and others that are very expensive. So what’s the main difference between them? and how can you choose which ones are better suited to you? To be honest I believe I would be a member of at leaast 10 dating sites. And let me say that at least 9 of them are garbage. Some Great site Qualities to look for when trying online dating:
Opening of the site is professional
Members pics on front page
Choose a site that isn’t afraid to show how many members it has
Often a site with fewer numbers gives you greater chances to be noticed by others
Choose a site that you can join for free before you have to pay for sending emails.
Look for a description of what the site offers before joining; make sure it’s not a porn site.
Professional Dating sites are by order of the law, under strict guidelines in regards to your personal information are therefore prohibited from distributing any of your personal information onto second or third parties. As a rule of thumb its always good practice to read their terms of use and privacy policies first. If a site doesn’t have both of these DON’T JOIN. Normally you will find these tags at the bottom of the page.
Sitting at home or at work will not improve your chances of finding that someone special. If you were going to buy a car would you be more inclined to buy a car sitting in the back of someone’s garage not advertised, or do you think that you would more then likely buy a car from a car yard. You know the one with the red display flags hanging all over it. That’s right, you would definitely buy the car from the car yard cause it’s advertised. The same thing applies to your dating life.
Once you have joined a website don’t pay right away for email usage. Upload a picture if you can, it increases your chances of people emailing you. Search for other member’s profiles and send Virtual kisses first. Once you can see other members are interested in you and that they are roughly the type of people you want to get to know then upgrade for a paid membership and begin communicating.
Now you have all the tools needed for a successful online dating campaign. Before you read this article you were probably a bit apprehensive about joining a dating site but think about all the things you just learnt.
How to find real people
How to pick a professional site
How to play the numbers game successfully
How to get noticed quicker
How to test a site before you buy in
The importance of advertising yourself
Online dating security
How to find your real soul mate
Trying online dating is easy Ticket4one.com is one the most trustworthy sources of online participants available to daters. Full of events and activities worldwide set up to bring people like you together. Our events and activities are similar to speed dating events only we don’t do it at a bar or restaurant. We actually get out in the real world and do things like 4x4 tours, Mystery bus tours, learn2surf, poker nights, self-help and motivational course and many many more. Our statement is “ Real events for real people. To meet others in a No obligation stress free environment.”http://www.ticket4one.com
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Wednesday, April 26, 2006
Ohio Valley Singles
Ohio Valley singles have many approaches to dating. It is important for Ohio valley singles to know just what is that he/she is expecting from dating if they are to know the proper means to reaching the end. Does the Ohio valley single dater want just to get out and around, be seen and have fun at exciting places? Do they want to dance the night away at every possible venue? Or do they want something different out of their dating experience? Perhaps they are looking for a person with whom to share a life.
If, the purpose of Ohio Valley singles is to find more permanent companionship, they might want to experiment with one of the more innovative trends on the Ohio dating horizon: Dating events and Activities also known as speed dating. The concept of speed dating is meeting people in a secure environment. All the people get to know a little about the others who sit at their tables for. Speed dating allows those who are uncomfortable with the traditional bar scene in Ohio dating to maximize their opportunities for meeting a match without the hassle and potential embarrassment of a one on one first date.
Ticket4one.com is busy on its way to revamping the entire speed dating scene by offering an event or activity for singles to participate in, such as: Learn to surf, Poker, Self help and Motivational seminars, 4X4 camping weekends and mystery bus tours. Their new approach to online dating and speed dating seems to be a massive success with the launch of its company on 14/4/2006. The staggering amount of new members everyday is an indication that this is what singles want.People of like interests and careers meet in a large group. They can mingle with the entire crowd and enjoy the thrill of learning or participating a new activity, while meeting genuine singles with the same common interests. At the end of the events. All the participants Return to the website and enter the names of those people they met whom they would like to meet again. Whenever two people have put down each other’s name, an email is then sent forward alerting each other of their mutual interest. An Ohio Valley female can thus meet a variety of eligible Ohio valley singles partners within a safe, casual and stress free atmosphere. http://www.ticket4one.com
If, the purpose of Ohio Valley singles is to find more permanent companionship, they might want to experiment with one of the more innovative trends on the Ohio dating horizon: Dating events and Activities also known as speed dating. The concept of speed dating is meeting people in a secure environment. All the people get to know a little about the others who sit at their tables for. Speed dating allows those who are uncomfortable with the traditional bar scene in Ohio dating to maximize their opportunities for meeting a match without the hassle and potential embarrassment of a one on one first date.
Ticket4one.com is busy on its way to revamping the entire speed dating scene by offering an event or activity for singles to participate in, such as: Learn to surf, Poker, Self help and Motivational seminars, 4X4 camping weekends and mystery bus tours. Their new approach to online dating and speed dating seems to be a massive success with the launch of its company on 14/4/2006. The staggering amount of new members everyday is an indication that this is what singles want.People of like interests and careers meet in a large group. They can mingle with the entire crowd and enjoy the thrill of learning or participating a new activity, while meeting genuine singles with the same common interests. At the end of the events. All the participants Return to the website and enter the names of those people they met whom they would like to meet again. Whenever two people have put down each other’s name, an email is then sent forward alerting each other of their mutual interest. An Ohio Valley female can thus meet a variety of eligible Ohio valley singles partners within a safe, casual and stress free atmosphere. http://www.ticket4one.com
Labels: dating, dating blog, dating site, ohio, ohio singles, ohio valley, ohio valley singles, online dating, singles events, speed dating, speeddating
Tuesday, April 25, 2006
Lasting Teenage Relationships
Lasting Teenage Relationships are always considered dificult. Generally the most important step when dating someone is the anticipation moment which refers to your own decisions and also the preparing for dating someone. And as the most important aspects are also the most difficult ones, people generally leave them aside or neglect them and this always proves to be harmful for a relationship. This is the exact purpose of this article: to make people understand the importance of this first preparing for dating and to propose some ways to turn it into something unbelievable:
1) The right state of mind
Turning to optimism can have a decisive effect for meeting your soulmate. A self-assured person, a confident one generally attracts many persons as these are qualities sought by everybody. Shyness and pessimism give the impression of a troubled person who is not willing to meet someone not to mention dating that person. That is why you should always give the sensation of a person who is eager to live new experiences.
2) Beware of your priorities
You should always be sure of what you want: just dating or meet your soulmate? This awareness or clarity in your thoughts preserves equilibrium between hope and fear. Decide what you most want from a long-term relationship: look over the ones who are not to be changed and the ones which can be compromised.
3) Always preserve your values
The key to lasting teenage relationships is to become aware of your values which cannot be changed by any means. If you will try to forget about them for the sake of the person you are dating, you will encounter lots of problems as you can't escape your personality and thoughts for a relationship. Then see if the relationship can respect these values or not.
4) That's me, alright!
What is it that you want? What are your needs? What makes you happy?
What are your ideals and purposes in life? What are your strong and week points? What are your fears? You should always be very specific about your options and needs so that you can get help from the persons who love you. Being specific and showing exactly what you want can become like a magnet for possible' candidates' not only because of your tastes but also because of your preciseness.
5) Being a little selfish can be a wonderful thing!
Do what you want and what makes you happy. This means taking care of yourself and paying a lot of attention to your person. If you are happy you are prone to make the others happy too.
6) Don't say no to your friends!
Don't refuse help from your friends but first make sure that they are real friends, not the type who would stab you behind your back. You could recognize your true friends by their opinions which might not always be similar to yours but are intended to help you. Knowing that you have reliable friends can help you a lot with your attitude.
7) The outside mirror technique
Others can become your outside mirror. You can see many reflections according to your state of mind and not only...You can become aware of your flaws and acknowledge your qualities. You can also observe if you are capable of making people laugh or happy and in this, you can find other qualities. Awareness enables choice.
8) Forget about the past!
Forget about your past and especially your past experiences as they can do harm to your present relationship. Sometimes memories should be forgotten as they can ensnare people. Nothing can be changed from your past experiences so there is no time for regrets or 'what if's. It is always beneficial to start over.
9) Everything is so fascinating about you!
It is natural that you always remember about the life you had before dating> Maybe this is what attracted the person you are dating: your relationship with your friends, your commitment and passions. Don't try to change or forget about your old habits. They characterize you and what makes you fascinating.The main key to lasting teenage relationships is to show your partner who you really are. That way you can both grow tegether.
10) So this is it!
It is claimed that relationships are what shapes our personality: all kind of relationships and experiences as well.
These are basically the patterns by which we can gain wonderful lasting teenage relationships. I am sure that everybody knows them but they have to be highlighted sometimes. It is the only recipe for success in a relationship. Be yourself and know that! http://www.ticket4one.com
1) The right state of mind
Turning to optimism can have a decisive effect for meeting your soulmate. A self-assured person, a confident one generally attracts many persons as these are qualities sought by everybody. Shyness and pessimism give the impression of a troubled person who is not willing to meet someone not to mention dating that person. That is why you should always give the sensation of a person who is eager to live new experiences.
2) Beware of your priorities
You should always be sure of what you want: just dating or meet your soulmate? This awareness or clarity in your thoughts preserves equilibrium between hope and fear. Decide what you most want from a long-term relationship: look over the ones who are not to be changed and the ones which can be compromised.
3) Always preserve your values
The key to lasting teenage relationships is to become aware of your values which cannot be changed by any means. If you will try to forget about them for the sake of the person you are dating, you will encounter lots of problems as you can't escape your personality and thoughts for a relationship. Then see if the relationship can respect these values or not.
4) That's me, alright!
What is it that you want? What are your needs? What makes you happy?
What are your ideals and purposes in life? What are your strong and week points? What are your fears? You should always be very specific about your options and needs so that you can get help from the persons who love you. Being specific and showing exactly what you want can become like a magnet for possible' candidates' not only because of your tastes but also because of your preciseness.
5) Being a little selfish can be a wonderful thing!
Do what you want and what makes you happy. This means taking care of yourself and paying a lot of attention to your person. If you are happy you are prone to make the others happy too.
6) Don't say no to your friends!
Don't refuse help from your friends but first make sure that they are real friends, not the type who would stab you behind your back. You could recognize your true friends by their opinions which might not always be similar to yours but are intended to help you. Knowing that you have reliable friends can help you a lot with your attitude.
7) The outside mirror technique
Others can become your outside mirror. You can see many reflections according to your state of mind and not only...You can become aware of your flaws and acknowledge your qualities. You can also observe if you are capable of making people laugh or happy and in this, you can find other qualities. Awareness enables choice.
8) Forget about the past!
Forget about your past and especially your past experiences as they can do harm to your present relationship. Sometimes memories should be forgotten as they can ensnare people. Nothing can be changed from your past experiences so there is no time for regrets or 'what if's. It is always beneficial to start over.
9) Everything is so fascinating about you!
It is natural that you always remember about the life you had before dating> Maybe this is what attracted the person you are dating: your relationship with your friends, your commitment and passions. Don't try to change or forget about your old habits. They characterize you and what makes you fascinating.The main key to lasting teenage relationships is to show your partner who you really are. That way you can both grow tegether.
10) So this is it!
It is claimed that relationships are what shapes our personality: all kind of relationships and experiences as well.
These are basically the patterns by which we can gain wonderful lasting teenage relationships. I am sure that everybody knows them but they have to be highlighted sometimes. It is the only recipe for success in a relationship. Be yourself and know that! http://www.ticket4one.com
Labels: dating, dating blog, dating site, long distance relationships, love, online dating, single, singles events, speed dating, speeddating, teen, teenage, teenagers
Single european women
Single European Women
Single European women are everywhere. In some places, the guys have it made. Whether it's the long-term effects of past wars or a simple genetic fluke, some places simply have a high women-to-men ratio. Not only are there more lovely things to behold, but also these lovely things are most likely anxious to find a mate while supplies last.
Thanks to the wonders of the Internet, Ticket4one.com can measure these figures and find the top spots for easy loving. Search our profiles or head over to these statistical godsends, which also happen to be great destinations themselves.
Note: The ratios in the listed countries were measured, while the specified cities are suggested destinations.
Number 10 Number 5
Dakar, Senegal Beirut, Lebanon 52% women 52% women
Number 9 Number 4
San Juan, Puerto Rico Budapest, Hungary
52% women 53% women
Number 8 Number 3
Willemstad, Curacao,Dutch Antilles Mahe Island, Seychelles
52% women 53% women
Number 7 Number 2
Moscow, Russia Croix, Virgin Islands
52% women 54% women
Number 6 Number 1
Sozopol, Bulgaria Kiev, Ukraine
52% women 54% women
For years now men and women have met and married from using Internet dating services all over the world.
Why would a Single European Woman want to leave her country to get married. Well, this is easy to answer since 95% of the men and women online have the same basic desires and hopes relative to love and marriage. Most of Single European women have a sense that there is a special person some place on this great planet of ours who will love them for exactly who theyare and they do not want to be limited to just their city, town, state or even country when looking for their true love and they are open to the idea of a foreign bride.
Some of these women come from war torn countries and the live poverty.
Ticket4one.com general guidlines:
Not every man or woman who advertises online is looking for love and marriage. There will always be the 10% who are up to something else, so use your common sense and follow our simple guidelines for your own protection.
1. Do not give out your personal contact information i.e. your email address, postal mailing address and phone numbers. Wait until you know someone for a while.
2. If you are a mature man writing to a young woman, there will be an emotional maturity gap between you two. Our experience shows that a 5 to 15 year age difference is best for most people, but Not 20 to 30 years. Almost all (95%) of the scams that happen are when 50+ men are chasing after women under 25. C’mon guys be smarter then that, what could you both possibly have in common?
3. Do not send money. NEVER NEVER NEVER send anyone for any reason at all any money. It’s the easiest way to empty your bank account ever, so "do not send money", and please if you join a dating site and meet someone overseas that asks you for money. Let the site managers know who they are. All professionally run websites will automatically remove that particular member.
4. Make sure you know what's really most important to you. Take the time that you need to get to know them and do not be in a hurry about love. Ticket4one.com has some terrific articles and information regarding online dating. Take your time.
5. Talk about real things such as health, happiness, love, family and Spiritual progress. In doing so, you will screen out 99% of the people who have other ideas besides love and marriage and then be able to find your love today.The Internet is a terrific source to meeting single European women from any where in the world. Ticket4one.com has taken into consideration the normal hazards encountered with online dating and has taken drastic measures in securing its members in the highest degree.
http://www.ticket4one.com
Ticket4one
Single European women are everywhere. In some places, the guys have it made. Whether it's the long-term effects of past wars or a simple genetic fluke, some places simply have a high women-to-men ratio. Not only are there more lovely things to behold, but also these lovely things are most likely anxious to find a mate while supplies last.
Thanks to the wonders of the Internet, Ticket4one.com can measure these figures and find the top spots for easy loving. Search our profiles or head over to these statistical godsends, which also happen to be great destinations themselves.
Note: The ratios in the listed countries were measured, while the specified cities are suggested destinations.
Number 10 Number 5
Dakar, Senegal Beirut, Lebanon 52% women 52% women
Number 9 Number 4
San Juan, Puerto Rico Budapest, Hungary
52% women 53% women
Number 8 Number 3
Willemstad, Curacao,Dutch Antilles Mahe Island, Seychelles
52% women 53% women
Number 7 Number 2
Moscow, Russia Croix, Virgin Islands
52% women 54% women
Number 6 Number 1
Sozopol, Bulgaria Kiev, Ukraine
52% women 54% women
For years now men and women have met and married from using Internet dating services all over the world.
Why would a Single European Woman want to leave her country to get married. Well, this is easy to answer since 95% of the men and women online have the same basic desires and hopes relative to love and marriage. Most of Single European women have a sense that there is a special person some place on this great planet of ours who will love them for exactly who theyare and they do not want to be limited to just their city, town, state or even country when looking for their true love and they are open to the idea of a foreign bride.
Some of these women come from war torn countries and the live poverty.
Ticket4one.com general guidlines:
Not every man or woman who advertises online is looking for love and marriage. There will always be the 10% who are up to something else, so use your common sense and follow our simple guidelines for your own protection.
1. Do not give out your personal contact information i.e. your email address, postal mailing address and phone numbers. Wait until you know someone for a while.
2. If you are a mature man writing to a young woman, there will be an emotional maturity gap between you two. Our experience shows that a 5 to 15 year age difference is best for most people, but Not 20 to 30 years. Almost all (95%) of the scams that happen are when 50+ men are chasing after women under 25. C’mon guys be smarter then that, what could you both possibly have in common?
3. Do not send money. NEVER NEVER NEVER send anyone for any reason at all any money. It’s the easiest way to empty your bank account ever, so "do not send money", and please if you join a dating site and meet someone overseas that asks you for money. Let the site managers know who they are. All professionally run websites will automatically remove that particular member.
4. Make sure you know what's really most important to you. Take the time that you need to get to know them and do not be in a hurry about love. Ticket4one.com has some terrific articles and information regarding online dating. Take your time.
5. Talk about real things such as health, happiness, love, family and Spiritual progress. In doing so, you will screen out 99% of the people who have other ideas besides love and marriage and then be able to find your love today.The Internet is a terrific source to meeting single European women from any where in the world. Ticket4one.com has taken into consideration the normal hazards encountered with online dating and has taken drastic measures in securing its members in the highest degree.
http://www.ticket4one.com
Ticket4one
Labels: dating, dating blog, dating site, european women, online dating, single, single european women, single women, women european women
Thursday, April 20, 2006
Speed Dating – Case study!
New research shows that singletons are flocking to Speed dating events across the globe in their quest to find Mr or Ms right. Yet, they may be forgetting that small but crucial things like a clean white smile are ruining their chances of making the right impression on the night with the opposite sex!
In a world where everyone wishes for a 25th hour, speed dating has become one of the hottest ways to meet that very special person in just one night you can even host your own event online free. With this in mind, Ticket4one.com has commissioned new research to discover just how important white teeth and a bright smile can be when creating a first impression.
The report shows that over 60% of speed daters said that they wouldn't give a person with stained or yellow teeth the time of day, and 70% are first attracted to someone by their smile. With speed dating allowing just three short minutes to create a lasting impression, Tracey Cox, TV's dating expert reveals her ‘top tips' on how to make get noticed. when it counts: Here are your free tips....
In a world where everyone wishes for a 25th hour, speed dating has become one of the hottest ways to meet that very special person in just one night you can even host your own event online free. With this in mind, Ticket4one.com has commissioned new research to discover just how important white teeth and a bright smile can be when creating a first impression.
The report shows that over 60% of speed daters said that they wouldn't give a person with stained or yellow teeth the time of day, and 70% are first attracted to someone by their smile. With speed dating allowing just three short minutes to create a lasting impression, Tracey Cox, TV's dating expert reveals her ‘top tips' on how to make get noticed. when it counts: Here are your free tips....
Labels: case study, dating, dating blog, dating site, online dating, singles events, speed dating, speeddating
