Smart First Date Tips
Here you will find Smart First Date Tips to make the first encounter go as smooth as possible and make it fun not awkward for the both of you. These First Date Tips are not intended to be used all inclusively but used as a spring board for ideas to keep in mind when it comes to your particular situation. Every person and date is different but there are many common themes and things you should do when it comes to first dates:
1) Don’t be late and don’t be early. I know that may sound weird to some but coming within 5 minutes of the planned meeting time keeps the other person more at ease. They are already nervous about meeting you so making them wait or cutting short their final precious minutes to get ready just isn’t a good idea. 2) When you first see your date make sure you are smiling. Smiling is contagious and attractive. This maybe the single most important of First Date Tips. Keep the smile going throughout the date also.
3) This may be the most challenging of the First Date Tips for some but try your hardest not to be nervous. Being cool, calm, and collective will put your date at ease making the date more comfortable and enjoyable for them. Believe me if your confident and not so nervous they will notice. Just don’t take it too far and be cocky thinking that you are confident. A sure fire way to increase your confidence is to improve your look by dressing more fashionably and losing weight. Check out these 2 articles: Mens Fashion Tips and Quick Weight Loss Tips to get great tips on both.4) Dress the part. Dress sharp and appropriately. Find out from people what type of dress code or what people tend to where at your destination. You can call the restaurant, stop there, or ask people that have been there before. Most of the time they will say casual or dress casual. Dress accordingly to the weather too. You don’t want to be sweating up a storm walking around or shivering when talking. I know it’s hard to decide but just wear something sharp and remember getting a little overdressed is better than being under dressed. 5) Eat with your mouth closed. Even if for your whole life you have not done this do it that night. Chomping away at the dinner table is a big turn off. 6) Do the chivalrous deeds. Wait for your date by the door or at the table when leaving somewhere if they go to the restroom. Always open the door for them. Watch for the traffic and be on the side of her that the oncoming traffic is coming. Same goes for walking along a busier road or smaller sidewalk. Be on the side of the traffic so that if a car comes careening through it hits you first. It won’t happen but it’s the chivalrous thing to do. For women the tip is to let the men do the chivalrous deeds and thank them if you feel it is warranted. 7) Look up some cool facts or think about funny or good personal experiences you had at the town, venue, area, or restaurant you are going to. For example your going to eat at the “Old Inn”. Know that the place has been there 80 years, you were told it has excellent steaks, and that you have been looking forward to getting there for some time. Just know a little about the particular establishment or area that you are going to for a conversation starter or piece later. Also it makes it look like your half smart. 8) Don’t interrupt your date when they are telling you a story or experience. You can look excited and get ready to say something back but let them finish. Don’t counter everything they tell you even if you do have a better more exciting story or experience. It’s not a battle it’s just a dialogue. You're at the end of your date, used some or all of the First Date Tips above, and that big deciding time is almost upon you. What to do? Kiss, smooch on the cheek, or hug? A great way to make it flow much smoother and comfortably for the both of you is to keep on talking and smiling right to the end. When walking to your car, their car, or their front door keep it loose by continuing a conversation. When you get to the end of the line tell them that you had a great time and that we should do it again. You DON'T have to make follow up plans right then and there. Tell them you will be in touch. At the very closing moments go in for the kiss if you think the date went well. You need to make the first move. Do it right after you give your closing remark. If you only get a hug or smooch on the cheek don't fret. That doesn't mean anything. I know married couples that didn't even kiss after the first 3 dates! Just make the decision and go for it. Now go out there and use these First Date Tips to make the best first impression and have fun. Don't over analyze the meet. You will know soon enough weather the other felt it went well and is worthy of another date. You want to wait at least 2 days before contacting them for a follow up date. Good Luck! Be sure to check out our other related articles for more smart dating tips:
Click here to bookmark this page.
Back to the Top of "First Date Tips" page. Back to "Smart Tips and Tricks" Homepage.
|
