Wednesday, December 1, 2010

Secrets to an Amazing First Date

By Lyndon Perkins


Have you ever heard the saying that "you never get a second chance to make a first impression?" This saying holds especially true when it comes to first dates with women. Women place a huge amount of stock in first impressions and often base the greenlight on a potential second date solely on their first impression of a potential man. Regardless of whether this is a women that you met for the first time, or someone that you have admiring from afar for quite some time, make a good first impression by following some of these simple tips.

The first date is an emotional rollercoaster of nervousness, awkwardness, and false confidence. When a man is getting ready for that all important first impression, first date there are a few things that they should keep in mind to ensure first date success. Double your dating book success by reading on...

In classic guy gets girl scenario, chivalry is still highly in demand when it comes to a first date tips for men and a first impression. A guy will do very well to make sure they go out of their way to open the door for her, have a wonderful night planned out, and create an atmosphere where she is the only one in the room.

Something that should be avoided altogether is talking about how great you are. The first date is primarily to get to know someone. You should talk about yourself, but get ready to listen. A good signal that a first date is going well for the guy, is when a guy can shift the conversation forward. This can be accomplished by listening to what the female is saying, and being attentive to what she might need. Carry the topics and react to hobbies and interests that you may share in common.

Another tip is to take charge. Many women still enjoy the presence of the alpha male, who can take charge of the situation and lead. The first date is a great opportunity to showcase this quality by moving the date along at an interesting pace. However, just remember that you should remain sensitive to how your date is feeling. If you sense that something is not working, then stop and move on to the next item on the agenda. You can also skip to another portion of the date, or revert to an alternate plan.




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