Writing a Dating Ad -
How to Stand Out From the Dating Crowd /
You could argue that good Dating Adverts are an art form in their own right. You only have a limited amount of space within which to tell your story with your winning caption - a little like a caption competiton! Now we all know there is more to each of us then a caption competition.
Patience /
There are a number of great tips below but this is the most important. It does take time so don't get disheartened if you don’t seem to be meeting 'The One' in the first few weeks. Don't forget you might meet some fantastic people along the way and make some great friends. There are millions of people out there all looking to meet the right person so why not take some time getting to know the ones that appeal to you?
Complete Profiles /
Its important that you present the right image if you are going to make the most of the membership which you are likely to being paying for. This means maximising everything in your dating profile options by completing the profile in full. You would like prospective dates to take care and time reading your profile so its only fair that you put the same amount of effort into completing the profile.
Photographs /
You can increase the number of people that get in contact by a factor of 10 by having a photograph in your personal ad compared to those who don't post a photo. You will grab far more attention with a photo than those who don’t who are far more easily cast aside. Why not add more than one photo showing you in various different lights!
Extensive Specific Requirements /
Of course there will be certain characteristics that you do or don’t want in your dream date but outlining a large list of specific character traits that your prospective date must meet will come across as a bit scary and rather clinical. Fine if there are a couple of things that put you off people but don’t scare people off with extensive lists.
Humour /
Now you might think you are hilarious and all your friends have got to know your dry, sarcastic wit but to a stranger who doesn't know you then it can come across very badly in a dating profile or email. Tone it down a bit and wait until you actually meet the person so that you can decide what is appropriate and the other person can appreciate your humour in context!
Be Yourself /
There is no point being anything other than yourself. If your online dating adventure is going to lead to something special than there is no point starting with a lie. However this does not mean you have to bare all your character flaws! Just put the emphasis on the positive good things about you and your life. The other aspects about you are things you may want to share when you get to know the other person.
Be Prompt /
Online dating is not different to offline dating - there is no point in playing games. Don't leave people waiting for a reply, if you're not interested then tell them and if you are then tell them! Its only being polite and will show people that you are taking it seriously and that you are worth taking the time on.
Be Realistic /
You wouldn't want your time wasted so don't waste other people's if you have no real interest in them. If you're not prepared to travel to the other side of the World then state that in your profile and then everyone will know where you stand.
Be positive in your outlook and you will be pleasantly surprised how others react to you. And give it time, it might just be worth it!