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Increase Your Chances of Getting Asked Out
He'll Scratch Your Back If You Scratch His. That is a fundamental rule that all good salespeople know. If you can get a consumer to agree to a small purchase or even to accept something for free then they are much more likely to buy. This is true in relationships, as well. If you can get a man to accept a free drink, a free cup of coffee or even a free ticket to his favorite game, he is much more likely to agree to: you joining him a conversation a possible date There is this slight feeling of obligation plus he will think you are really sweet for offering. Most men are used to doing the hard work of coming up with a witty line. If you make the asking out process easier they will be eternally grateful. My first serious boyfriend saw that I had dropped some books on the way home from the bookstore. He offered to carry them home for me. This elevated him to hero status in my book and made it much harder to turn him down for a date. Perhaps you could try this with a man in a bookstore who has books and a cup of coffee to carry. Offer to help him bring his things to the table. He just may let you join him.
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Conversation Starters for First Dates
First dates will always be intimidating, and to make it less daunting, you should be able to know the right things to say. It’s really difficult to say that everyone would prefer the same first date conversation topics. But to give you an idea of the whole picture, remember that your date is no different from you. If you think that you have no idea what first date conversation topics he or she would prefer, your date will have the same predicament. Both of you actually share the same fears. Here are a few first date conversation topics that you might want to explore. As a first date conversation topic, start by complimenting on your date's outfit. To compliment on what your date is wearing is to make him or her feel good about themselves. Should you be able to ask where he or she bought it, you will learn something about his or her clothing style and preferences. You can ask your date how his or her day has been. This first date conversation topic will soon progress to what he or she does for a living. Asking your date how he or she got to this position is a foolproof first date conversation topic. It will allow you to find out what things he used to do before landing his or her present job. ‘What if’ questions are also good first date conversation topics. You can ask him or her what he or she is doing now and if he or she could have any job anywhere in the world, what would it be. Ask your date where he or she lives and has lived. This first date conversation topic will let you end up in the name-game and find out if you have common friends or acquaintances.…
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Online Chat Room: Dos And Don’ts
Etiquette is important in any discourse whether it be online or offline and gives people guidelines of how to properly conduct themselves during discourse. On the Internet there are many chat room communities that provide a venue where individuals from all walks of life can engage in a discussion regarding topics that are amendable to everyone. Many chat rooms have set rules and guidelines that users are expected to follow. These rules and guidelines are imposed to ensure that no member is offended during the discussion. Likewise, maintaining proper etiquette when chatting ensures an enjoyable chatting experience. 1. Refrain from giving out vital personal information about yourself such as your home address, telephone number, work address/telephone or the location of your office. For teenagers or students do not give out personal information for your parents or your own information, such as the name and location of your school or your daily schedule. Giving this kind of information out exposes your and your family to danger. 2. Never ever get together with someone you just met online. Bring a friend or a family member with you. Never, ever meet them alone. Its better to be safe than to be sorry afterwards if things got wrong. If you do meet, be sure to do so in a very public place for added safety. 3. Don’t send your picture or anything else without first checking the background of the person to whom you’re sending the photos. Use instinct and good judgment. If you feel like uncomfortable and uncertain whether you should send the photo or not, the best decision is not to send. Try asking for his or her photo instead and try to learn more about the background of the person. 4. Avoid responding to mean messages or any message that makes…
