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Thread: Does My Profile Say... 'LOOK but Don't Touch'??

Joined: 6/13/2009

Msg: 48 (view)

Does My Profile Say... 'LOOK but Don't Touch'?? Posted: 7/6/2009 8:36:53 AM
Wow. Ummm Mr. T I am not sure why you decided to vent about this series of profile review comments, but it is clear that you are angry, flippant, and just plain out there. It is very surprising that you even bothered to reply at all better yet go on this tirade given the fact that your profile has less than ten sentences. You put more effort into this blog than you did on your own profile. - that's just weird.

Joined: 6/13/2009

Msg: 6 (view)

Profile Review Please Posted: 7/6/2009 8:12:26 AM
Hi, The new pic is interesting, but you should have multiple pics. I would keep just about all of the ones you had up previously (they show you in different situations that simply help). So I get that you are concerned about your smile seeming forced, try to have friends and family take candid pics. You may be surprised at how a few of you mid sentence or even very serious could turn out to be your new favorites. Women like to see that you can have a good time and either a smile or social setting pic helps to convey this.

Joined: 6/13/2009

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Profile Review Please Posted: 7/4/2009 12:00:05 AM
Okay, it is not too bad. Pics: The two pics where you are smiling and actually showing teeth are very hard to see. It looks like you have a great smile, but it is hard to really tell. The other two pics are the exact same smile. Not bad, but I think your toothy one is better. No need for a pic with you and the car - you have more to offer than a sleek sports car. About Me: This is pretty good. You speak briefly about yourself (although you could expand if you wanted to), and you describe what you are looking for. Overall, it is very positive, upbeat, and worth a second glance (or three). Best of luck...

Joined: 6/13/2009

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Profile review requested...female feedback appreciated Posted: 7/3/2009 11:44:07 PM
Okay, First let me say that your "about me" is pretty darned good. It is good that you clarify that you want someone that doesn't already have kids but wants to have them with the right person. Some women may be put off by this (whether they have children or not), but it lets women know that you know what you are looking for. However, I would lose the atm/sugar daddy sentence. It gives off a very negative vibe, and honestly if someone was looking for a sugar daddy, that sentence alone would not put them off. Pics, very nice head shots. I would cut back to two or three professional and at least two candid shots with you and friends. Something that shows you in your element, from a distance, anything that is not 100% staged. Interests, you already have several in your about me, so you might as well pick 6-8 of those and copy them into your interests section. Some people look at these first as a way to see if it is even worth reading the entire profile.

Joined: 6/13/2009

Msg: 4 (view)

? Posted: 7/3/2009 11:26:35 PM
Hi, Pics: Two of the pics are very grainy and somewhat blurry, and the other three show you holding fish. No smile, no teeth, no idea what you really look like when you are happy. If you are looking for a fishing bud, then keep all three pics of you with the fish. If not, don't keep more than one. It is clear you love to fish so I am not saying hide that, but if fishing is a higher priority... Interests: Again, if you are looking for a bud to fish, hunt, or watch sports with, you may not want to be on POF seeking a long-term relationship. What else interests you? Anything outdoors- such as what? Music- what types? Movies- which ones? Hobbies, etc. About me: First, lose the text message format and use capital letters, punctuation, and full sentences. Four incomplete sentences do not show anyone that you are actually interested in anything. What are you looking for in a woman? What type of activities would you do with her? Why should a woman respond to your email? You need to share a bit about yourself, about why you are a good catch. Are you a single parent or do you share custody? Answer some of these questions up front because it shows that you put some thought and effort into your profile, and that you would do the same to build a relationship. First date: You might as well have left this blank. I am not saying you should make up some crazy story, but this entire page is your chance to stand out from the pack. What type of activity would you do with someone that you have only met via phone or internet? Probably wouldn't take her the most expensive restaurant you can find, but you might go to a public place that you both enjoy (aquarium, coffee shop, mall, local diner, park, etc.). Well, I hope this has helped. I also recommend that you read some of the other reviews in this forum. Lots of experience and skills to learn from. Best of luck to you...

Joined: 6/13/2009

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Profile review, I must be doing something wrong Posted: 7/3/2009 10:43:00 PM
Okay, You have a good variety of pics, but I would add more detailed interests. You definitely need more in your "about me". Is it even ten sentences long? You could expand a little on describing yourself and what you are looking for. Most of your verbiage is pretty generic and can be found on 60% of the other profiles out there. I am not recommending "shock and awe", but right now there is very little there that makes me want to find out more, you know? I would recommend reading some of the other "review my profile" forum entries, especially those with many pages of replies. There is great info to be found and can be very useful for you. Best of luck, and I hope this helped...

Joined: 6/13/2009

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Profile review please! I edited this. Posted: 7/3/2009 10:26:37 PM
Okay, here goes... Pics: your main profile pic should not be a blurry one. And it looks like all three pics were taken at the same time. Include a pic with friends, another pic showing you smiling (teeth showing). The attitude/arched eyebrow pic shows character and a sense of humor, but it is a mirror pic and those are not recommended... ever. Interests: what kind of movies, genre of music, titles of favorite games, etc. About me: This is pretty good. You may want to expand on what laid back means (give an example of how a laid back person in your opinion acts/behaves). You do brag a bit about how smart you are, and I would take that out because it is very clear by what you have included on your profile that you are intelligent and are seeking an intelligent, creative woman. Hope this helps. Best of luck in your search...

Joined: 6/13/2009

Msg: 6 (view)

Please review my profile Posted: 7/3/2009 10:12:22 PM
I would definitely add some more info. Your "about me" is exactly five sentences! The only reason you might be willing to send a message to a lady with five sentences is if she looked like a super model or had some other attribute that really caught your eye. For the rest of us, something that helps you stand out is needed. Three out of five pics are blurry, and I would not keep the pic of you laying down (sends a different message than long-term). Expand a bit on your likes and dislikes, why you are a good catch, favorite activities, etc. This sounded silly to me at first, but it helped me to understand what I was looking for, too. For example, I really love jazz music and dancing, and I make it a point to include these items in both my interests and in the "about me" section because I want to talk to gentlemen that also like jazz music and dancing. Good luck, hope this helps...

Joined: 6/13/2009

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Need your 2 cents. . . Posted: 7/3/2009 10:01:59 PM
Alright, here are my two cents... Your pics are okay, but I would lose the car pic (unless you want people to talk to you because of your car). I love the shark and charlie brown pics. The best pic is the one in the mirror, but mirror pics are typically seen as a bad thing. So, a couple of different pics, and one face on with you smiling (preferrably teeth) and no sunglasses. Your about me has a few typos and grammar errors, and should be broken up into a few more paragraphs to make it easier to read. However, you did a fantastic job of not typing like it is a text message, and I can tell that you put some thought and effort into it. Great info, just some minor tweaking. Overall, you have a pretty good profile. Verbiage I would give a "B". Make it a point to have friends/family take more pictures of you, and you will be surprised how many great pics you will have to choose from.

Joined: 6/13/2009

Msg: 5 (view)

An outside perspective wanted. Posted: 7/3/2009 6:52:17 PM
Pratch... You are hilarious. I have seen these types of pics too many times and yeah it is an immediate NEXT! Same with the topless pics. I immediately wonder if the picture has been PhotoShopped (is that a word?) or just how old the picture is. It is almost as bad as the pics of guys with their cars. Were they hoping the car would seal the deal? Anyway, glad to see you are still helping others fix their profile info...

Joined: 6/13/2009

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My profile.... Need honest opinions from the ladies...... Posted: 7/2/2009 4:00:25 PM
I have to agree, I would lose the half naked pic and add something with a genuine smile and a real world situation. Best of luck in Florida... Sony

Joined: 6/13/2009

Msg: 40 (view)

Does My Profile Say... 'LOOK but Don't Touch'?? Posted: 7/2/2009 3:57:42 PM
I have to agree, this is the first post that I have read from beginning to end and it is hilarious! Why oh why does someone ask for input that doesn't really want input? hmmmm. I have only been on POF for a month or so, but I have learned something new everytime I check in. A friend of mine told me to keep a positive attitude, but make sure that fun and entertainment were my goals of being on POF. She found the love of her life, but it wasn't the first or even 40th conversation and/or email... Sony

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