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Tips for Writing a Killer Online Dating Profile August 1, 2007

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If you want to write a profile that really gets you noticed, you have to move beyond the tired old cliches and really gets specific about YOU. The profile about is too boring and too general. It just won’t stand out from the millions of others out their in the online dating world.

1. Be Specific - It’s important to focus in on one or two very specific features that make you unique - features that are positive and uplifting, that will make others want to be with you and get to know more about you. If you are a mountain climber, mention the most challenging trip you’ve been on. If you are involved in the theater, a brief mention of an an unusual role you’ve played is a great conversation starter. And remember, you don’t have to have a long profile, just an intriguing one. After all, others may be reading through an awful lot of profiles, and if yours is short but fascinating, you’re more likely to get their attention than if you ramble on endlessly.

2. Grabbing Attention - It doesn’t matter how wonderful your profile is in the middle if readers never get there, so make sure your opening is really an attention-grabber. It shouldn’t be typical, and it should definitely be short and positive. The worst thing you can do is start out with a warning like, “No head games, please…”

3. Write something that’s catchy and will make the reader want to continue reading to find out more about you. The next part of your profile should fill in some details about you - what you like to do, what your goals are in life, and some details that will give them a snapshot of who you are (your profession, hobbies, how you spend your weekends, pets if you have them, your idea of a great time, etc.)

4. Describe your personality a little bit, including interesting tidbits like whether you’re a night owl or a morning person and what your sense of humor is like. Finally, mention what you’re looking for in a companion - and not just physical attributes. Talk about the kind of personality you think would mesh well with yours, and the things you would enjoy doing together (movies? boating? travel? just hanging out?)

5. If you are intimidated by the prospect of writing a profile, take the time to read through some before writing your own and take some notes. Write down key words and phrases and like and the types of information that you found especially interesting, then incorporate that type of information into your own profile. After all, if it captured your attention, it is likely to work for others as well. You might also write yours up and have a friend read it over before you actually post it. Ask them to give their honest opinion - does it portray you accurately? They may give you some great suggestions that you wouldn’t have thought of.