Top Ten Dating Tips

OK so you've managed to get over the first hurdle - getting a date - so here are ten dating tips to remember.

1. First Impressions Count. It's an old one but it's a valuable one to remember. If you turn up late having run from the train station to your date, you'll always be remembered as the sweaty date who was late.
2. Dress To Impress. People remember more of what they see than what they hear so make sure that you're well presented.
3. Positive Mental Attitude. Nobody wants to be on a date with someone who is miserable. A poor attitude or behavior will ensure that your first date is your last date. Even if you've had a crappy day at work, turn up with a smile.
4. Play The Dating Game. You're no longer John or Jane Doe, you are now a contestant in The Game Of Love. Why should the audience (i.e. your date) pick you?
5. Sell - Sell - Sell. Remember that on the first date you are selling yourself. That started the minute you walked through the door and it doesn't stop until the date is over.
6. Be Confident. This one can't be overstressed. People want to date confident people. However be careful that your confidence isn't seen as cockiness.
7. Know What You Want. What is it you're trying to achieve from this date? Do you want to see them again? Are you only seeing them because you had a space in your diary? Are you after a deep and meaningful overnighter? Whatever your goal is make sure that everything you're doing is focused on achieving the goal.
8. Listen. Nobody wants to date someone who talks the whole time. Listening is important. Not only will you appear to be attentive, you might pick up on some useful bits of information to help you achieve your goal.
9. Be Relaxed. Sure it's the first date and there are bound to be some nerves but try to relax. Your date will respond to you better.
10. If At First You Don't Succeed....Try, try again. There's plenty more fish in the sea.