So you like someone you met online and are considering venturing into online dating with them? Here is how not to ruin your first impression even though they are far off.
So you've joined an online dating site, and someone has caught your eye - so, what now?
The first message you send can make or break your chances of a successful first date - so it's important you get it right.
After all, first impressions matter - especially when you're not meeting face to face.
1. Humour works a treat
Most online daters are looking for 'someone that can make them laugh'.
Avoid being cheesy though - aim your joke at something you both have in common - perhaps something in her profile - maybe a movie? How about a film quote?
2. Everyone loves a compliment
Prove you've actually read her profile with a compliment about her taste in music, a great restaurant, or a country he's visited.
Warm compliments work well in first messages, but superficial ones can have a reverse effect, or come across as weird - so stick to something factual.
3. Start with shared interests
Finding some common ground can open the door for great conversation.
Look through his/her music interests, favourite foods, their job and try and spark up conversation based on what they're into.
4. Ask a question
But make sure it's an open one, or the conversation could end before it's begun.
Avoid suggesting a face-to-face date in your first message, instead stick to something you've seen on their profile - do you share the same music taste? Has she seen your favourite band live?
5. Nervous? Keep it simple
Get their attention with a simple 'hey' - it's tested, and it works.
Your initial message should be straight and to the point - but make sure you follow up with something more creative, perhaps an open question, or a straight forward how are you?
Source: MirrorUK
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