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How to Create an Irresistible Profile
Your online essay is one of the most important things you will do on Date.com. The goal is to stand out, to show who you are and what makes you unique to the best of your ability, while also appearing approachable. There are five simple but very important rules you need to keep in mind when creating your Date.com profile. These quick tips will help to show you off to your best potential.
Know what you want
If you don't know what you really want or need relationship-wise, then it will take you just that much longer to find it. Be honest with yourself about what kind of relationship you'd prefer to be involved in, to save yourself (and others) time and trouble.
You are a can of Coke
The people with the most memorable essays and photos in their profiles all have one thing in common. They know how to market themselves. Imagine yourself on a billboard over the freeway, and thousands of people see you every night on their way home from work. How do you want to be represented? To get started, browse others' profiles and take note of what interests you, and use that inspiration towards your own creation.
Be Honest
While discretion is recommended, lying is not, so be honest when you post your profile and photos. Watch out for someone who seems too good to be true. The person at the other end may not be who or what he or she says. Trust your instincts.
Write a great profile
What you say about yourself speaks volumes. Keep it light and friendly, and avoid adding anything negative. Never include your last name, email address, home address, phone number, place of work or any other identifying information in your member profile or initial messages. Also, don't be afraid to talk about what you are looking for in a partner. This will help people reviewing your profile know what your expectations are, and if you would be a good match or not. And last but not least, don't forget, spell-checkers are our friends.
Post a photo
It's a proven fact that you'll receive a dozen more responses when you post a photo than if you skip it. Photos give an idea of someone's appearance, which may prove helpful in realizing that 'gut feeling.' It's best to view several images of someone in various settings: casual, formal, indoor and outdoors.
Profile Resources:
For more detail on the five basic tips, check out the helpful articles listed below:
Is Your Profile Working for You?
These simple tricks will keep you ahead of the game when searching for love online. Find out the determining factors that could be keeping people from responding to your ad.
You Call THAT a Profile?
Browsing profiles can be a real eye-opener, and there are hefty debates about what makes a good and effective one. Read this article and find out which tips can make your profile really stand out.
Profile Don'ts!
An essay is just as important as your photo when it comes to attracting potential dates.
Eye Catching Personals
Can’t decide how best to describe yourself for that online bio you've put off writing? Here are a few carefully chosen words to help inspire you to stand out from the crowd and create a bio that's uniquely you!
Profiles: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
A Date.com member's before and after profile makeover.
Alexander's Online Dating Profile Tips
A Date.com member shares his observations on what mistakes to avoid when creating your profile.
Best Face Forward
How to add the best possible photos to your online profile!
- by Brenda Ross
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