When creating an online dating profile, it’s important to use the right information about yourself in order to create the best experience possible. Remember…too much information can be overwhelming and too little won’t draw interest.
Most people look at the headline and picture first. Draw attention with your headline. Don’t use common or cheesy lines, but something unique and catchy that is a true reflection of you. Quotes can also be effective if they are descriptive of your personality. Don’t use headlines that make you appear easy or immature such as “hot stud for you” or “sexy Suzie up for anything”.
The body text of your profile gives an opportunity to describe who you are, your interests and what you are seeking. Don’t put your readers to sleep. Be truthful about yourself, but be creative. Use descriptive and colorful wording. Don’t just say you are a marathon runner, but describe the thrill and adventure of running and how it makes you feel. Instead of saying “on a summer day I love to walk on the beach”, say, “on a summer day the free-spirited side of me loves to trail the sandy beach and make new discoveries”.
Don’t use negative wording. Don’t talk about ex’s or the type of person you dislike. Mentioning you are on a dating site because you just got your heart broken isn’t a way to attract others. Mentioning you hate cheaters or liars isn’t necessary. For every negative you think of, it can be turned into a positive, which comes across much more favorable. For example…instead of saying you don’t like blonds, you can say a red head turns your head in a flash. That gives a more positive image of who you are.
Your profile is about more than getting a lot of responses, but getting responses from the type of person you are seeking. Create a real “you” so the interest of someone compatible, will be peaked. Browse around and see the type of profiles that stand out. Analyze what makes them interesting and compelling.
Make your readers feel comfortable with the information you offer and the “tone” of your profile. Be friendly and kind with a healthy dose of confidence. Your profile is like inviting someone into your home. It’s your choice to make them feel comfortable enough to stay or want to run out the door!