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 luvnlife2
Joined: 12/17/2006
Msg: 3 (view)
 
Review pls!
Posted: 11/9/2009 2:49:57 PM
You could use a better photo with a nice smile on your face.

hmm i never really know what to put on these kinda things :/ - Delete.

i have a broad taste in music and will listen to anything - You'll listen to anything? Opera? Classical, Country? Latin? Tuvan throat singing?

Anyway, im a nice guy and easy to get on with so drop me a line if u like! don't be shy :P - Delete. Women already know to contact you if they are interested.

You claim to have a "Graduate degree", so you should know that the word "I" is always capitalized.
 luvnlife2
Joined: 12/17/2006
Msg: 3 (view)
 
Please Review my ad
Posted: 11/9/2009 12:17:42 PM

Profession: I have a job
Tell us your profession, even if it's something generic like "retail" or "factory worker".
 luvnlife2
Joined: 12/17/2006
Msg: 5 (view)
 
Quick question....your first impression?
Posted: 11/9/2009 7:02:16 AM
Your photos look good. If you decide that you really would like to meet someone this way, change your goal to "Dating" . You should have no trouble at all getting contacts. There are far more men here in your age group than women, so your problem will be sorting through all the messages you get.
 luvnlife2
Joined: 12/17/2006
Msg: 3 (view)
 
ALRIGHT Everyone let me know what you think
Posted: 11/9/2009 6:51:30 AM

I moved From Bozeman Montana to portland in late o8 to go to school for graphic design.
The natural place for you to be meeting women is at school. What problems have you had with that? Are you shy or lacking in social skills?
 luvnlife2
Joined: 12/17/2006
Msg: 3 (view)
 
Help with profile pretty pl
Posted: 11/9/2009 6:43:42 AM
Your goal says you only want "Friends", so perhaps your guy friends are all you need?
 luvnlife2
Joined: 12/17/2006
Msg: 2 (view)
 
Honest opinions wanted
Posted: 11/8/2009 3:47:03 PM
Your profile needs work if you want Internet dating to work for you.

Get some really good, sharp photos of you smiling and looking like someone that a woman would want to be with.

Break up your text into logically organized paragraphs.

Take everything negative out of your text.

There is way too much emphasis on sports and religion. You need to show us that you are a well rounded person.

Wrote something about your goals and ambitions in life. Do you like your career in restaurant management? You say you want children. Do you want to settle down and start a family? Are you open to dating a woman who already has children?

Write a paragraph about the woman you'd like to meet.

Don't rely on Internet dating alone to meet women. Your primary method of meeting people should be in the real world. Since you are religious, you may find your match at church.
 luvnlife2
Joined: 12/17/2006
Msg: 2 (view)
 
Just wondering
Posted: 11/8/2009 2:52:16 PM
You need a better primary photo with correct lighting. The one you have now is too orange and not very sharp.

Proofread and spell check your writing and correct your capitalization and punctuation mistakes. You may not think it's important, but if you want to get contacts you need to do it.
 luvnlife2
Joined: 12/17/2006
Msg: 3 (view)
 
Ok, I haven't been here in a while :)
Posted: 11/8/2009 1:46:50 PM

Interests: Bunches of them
No, no ,no. This just makes you look incredibly lazy. This is where you are supposed to list your interests.
 luvnlife2
Joined: 12/17/2006
Msg: 3 (view)
 
open for critic.
Posted: 11/8/2009 1:44:10 PM
Carefully proofread your text and correct all your capitalization and punctuation mistakes.

You should be actively writing to the guys that interest you. There are some good people here, but you need to do the work to contact them.
 luvnlife2
Joined: 12/17/2006
Msg: 2 (view)
 
Can I get a profile review?
Posted: 11/8/2009 1:39:39 PM

No good photo is known to exist so I used those.
It's time for you to get out and get some new photos. Do you have a friend who can help you with this?
 luvnlife2
Joined: 12/17/2006
Msg: 2 (view)
 
Please critique my profile, both guys and girls!
Posted: 11/8/2009 1:37:14 PM
Job number one for you is to get some really great photos of yourself. Your primary picture should be a good, sharp, well lit head shot of you smiling and looking like someone that a woman would actually want to be with.
 luvnlife2
Joined: 12/17/2006
Msg: 2 (view)
 
Review for me
Posted: 11/8/2009 10:48:19 AM
Can you include a few more interests that women might share? Most of the things you list are "guy things".

I try to go to the gym when I can, but I haven't been much lately... - Reword this in a more positive way. Right now it sounds like "I'm too lazy to get myself to the gym".

Would really like to try and learn to climb, but haven't got round to it yet. - Reword this in a more positive way.

It's tough meeting the right person, so I am giving this a go. - Delete. Negative and obvious.

I am looking for that someone special to spend my time with. - Delete. Obvious.

...and another place I would love to go is Egypt. - Reword so that it's not just an empty dream.
 luvnlife2
Joined: 12/17/2006
Msg: 6 (view)
 
Looking for a review!!
Posted: 11/8/2009 10:42:02 AM
How many children do you have? What are their ages and do they live with you?

Write a paragraph about the woman you'd like to meet.
 luvnlife2
Joined: 12/17/2006
Msg: 4 (view)
 
Please critique or review my profile....
Posted: 11/8/2009 10:38:31 AM

Anyone think its my profile or something I shouldnt say?
Your goal says you only want someone to "Hang out" with, so perhaps your guy friends are all you need?
 luvnlife2
Joined: 12/17/2006
Msg: 2 (view)
 
help me
Posted: 11/8/2009 7:15:52 AM
Your profile needs work if you want to get responses.

Job number one for you is to get a great new primary photo. It should be a good, sharp, well lit, close up head shot of you smiling and looking like someone that a woman would want to be with. Get rid of the picture of you with the woman. Who is she anyway, your girlfriend?

You've completely missed the "Interests" section. Fill that in.

Write a paragraph about your long term goals and ambitions in life. Are you looking to settle down and start a family?

Write a paragraph about the woman you'd like to meet.
 luvnlife2
Joined: 12/17/2006
Msg: 2 (view)
 
Where am I coming up short.
Posted: 11/7/2009 7:45:44 AM

WHAT AM I MISSING FROM MY PROFILE TO CATCH THESE GIRLS?
Job number one for you is to get some really great photos of yourself. Your goal is for a woman to look at your picture and say to herself "That's someone I'd like to be with".
 luvnlife2
Joined: 12/17/2006
Msg: 9 (view)
 
I wrote a novel... I need editors
Posted: 11/6/2009 3:54:51 PM

I keep getting lots of "Read, Deleted". Even had one, I sent the message, went back 2 hours later and the persons profile was gone!
Your experience is typical. Guys with good profiles report about 10% response rate. Remember that there are far more men than women here in your age group so it's going to be difficult to get responses.


I dunno, when I send messages, I try and be at least a little witty, maybe make a nice or funny comment about one of their pic or something? Is this bad technique?
This is a good technique. Once you send the e-mail just forget about it. If you get a response back, you'll be pleasantly surprised.
 luvnlife2
Joined: 12/17/2006
Msg: 4 (view)
 
is it good, any tips?
Posted: 11/6/2009 3:14:00 PM
You've completely missed the "Interests" section. You should list 10 to 15 hobbies, interests , and things you like to do. Separate them with commas.

Run your text through your spell check program and fix all your mistakes. That should be easy for a computer guy like you.
 luvnlife2
Joined: 12/17/2006
Msg: 2 (view)
 
is it good, any tips?
Posted: 11/6/2009 2:12:20 PM

I’m just curious if its my profile or something else so well is it any good?
Since your goal is just to "Hang out" with someone, perhaps your guy friends are all you need?
 luvnlife2
Joined: 12/17/2006
Msg: 3 (view)
 
Review Appreciated
Posted: 11/6/2009 9:11:45 AM
Good job. Your profile is well written and you have some good photos.


Age between 25 and 55
You should delete this. It looks a little creepy to say you'll date someone 19 years younger than yourself.
 luvnlife2
Joined: 12/17/2006
Msg: 10 (view)
 
Nice guys do finish last?
Posted: 11/6/2009 8:57:12 AM

I've written about ten emails and have only gotten one response.
Ten percent response rate for someone with horrible photos is pretty good.
 luvnlife2
Joined: 12/17/2006
Msg: 6 (view)
 
In the land of Oz...
Posted: 11/6/2009 8:53:09 AM

...I don't know what's wrong with my profile. Any tips ladies?
There aren't many 18 year old women here looking for guys to "hang out" with. You'll have much better luck meeting women in real life. How is that working for you?
 luvnlife2
Joined: 12/17/2006
Msg: 12 (view)
 
Please review my profile - feedback wanted!
Posted: 11/6/2009 6:49:18 AM

I'm still struggling with this online dating stuff though. Help me out with me profile. What's wrong with it?
As mentioned before, your handle may be hurting you.
 luvnlife2
Joined: 12/17/2006
Msg: 2 (view)
 
Newbie review please
Posted: 11/5/2009 10:31:51 AM
Welcome to Internet dating.

You’ve got a good start, but some changes are needed.

First things first, I should just say I'm out of the UK at the moment, working in the Falkland Islands. - How long are you going to be there? Do you just want an e-mail friend for now?

I'm a complete petrol head and love to tinker with engines and go to track days. - You may want to tone this down. Women aren't going to be interested in a "petrol head". Focus on the interests that a woman may share.

Feel free to ask about anything you like, from my favorite colour to how often I trim my toe nails. - Delete. Women already know to contact you if they are interested.

Break your text up into logically organized paragraphs.

Tell us about your goals and objectives in life. Do you plan to stay in the RAF? Do you want to settle down and start a family?

Write a pargraph about the woman you'd like to meet. Would she be a stay at home mom? a working girl? quiet? shy? gregarious? outgoing? athletic? adventurous? intelligent? ambitious? family oriented?
 luvnlife2
Joined: 12/17/2006
Msg: 4 (view)
 
ok review me... jsut need to know
Posted: 11/5/2009 8:36:57 AM

I would scrap this thing and try again.
Yes, unfortunatley that's what you need to do.
 luvnlife2
Joined: 12/17/2006
Msg: 3 (view)
 
How to make my profile better
Posted: 11/5/2009 7:18:51 AM
Job number one for you is to get some better photos without the beer, drinks and buddies. Just some great photos of you.

my goal is to able to wash my clothes on my stomach, so I can save money on laundry. I have almost attained this goal, I'm glad to say :) - Delete.

I've lost a bunch of weight since last year. - Delete. We can see what you look like in your photos.

I have been described as a funny dork or nerd. - "Dork" and "nerd" are not attractive. Delete.

I am nice guy that likes to avoid drama - Delete. Guys that say they are "nice guys" usually aren't.

if u want to know more about me please send me a message :) - Delete. Women already know to contact you if they are interested. Don't use "u" for "you". It makes you look like a teenager.

Write about your goals and ambitions in life. Do you want to settle down and raise a family? Travel the world? Be the biggest nerd in the world? What do you want to do?

Write a paragraph about the woman you'd like to meet.
 luvnlife2
Joined: 12/17/2006
Msg: 2 (view)
 
Can You Please Review My Profile. Thanks :)
Posted: 11/5/2009 7:07:10 AM

Is it due to my age? ( 20 ) ?
Age is a big factor. Most single women in your age group are not looking for men online. If you want Internet dating to work for you, realize that you are in a very competitive place. To get contacts, you'll need to have an excellent profile and a lot of patience.

Your first big problem is your goal of "Friends" which implies that you are not interested in a romantic relationship. If friends is all you want, perhaps your guy friends are all you need?

Sick of people letting me down, playing me like a game and messed around, if your genuine and not going to mess me around then please feel free to message me. If not.. you know what to do haha. - Delete all this. It's way too negative.

I'm one of those nice guys who finish last. Constantly get told from my girl mates that I deserve a decent girl who wont mess me around. I agree with them haha. - Delete. Negative.

Also looks are kind of important, not overly but there has to be an attraction other wise theres always going to be something missing. Alot of people avoid saying stuff like that but why lie ay. - Delete. This is obvious.

If your honest, looking to meet a like wise guy. Feel free to send me a message, plus it would be rude not to if you have read up to this far already haha. - Delete. Women rarely initiate contact. They don't need to. It's your job to initiate once you get your profile up to snuff.

Tell us who you are, what you like to do, and what your goals and ambitions in life are.

Write a paragraph about the woman you'd like to meet; not her physical appearance, but what type of lifestyle she lives.

Good luck to you.
 luvnlife2
Joined: 12/17/2006
Msg: 3 (view)
 
Definitely something wrong. Help!
Posted: 11/4/2009 2:19:34 PM
Your primary photo needs to be a good, sharp, well lit head shot of you smiling.

I'm a nice, chill, educated guy who is honest & straightforward. Yes, I said 'nice'. If you're looking for a big bad dude, I'm probably not it. This is not to say I don't have a temper and aggressive side, but there's a time & place for that. It is almost 2010- long past time for men to get over our macho bullsh*t and rise to a higher level. But if you disagree, I'm happy to listen... - You should lose this whole paragraph. Start off by telling us who you are and why a woman would want to date you.

Food & drink are big interests of mine. I love food, wine, & beer from around the world. - This is good. Elaborate on this. Tell us what you like to cook. Paint a picture in words of the meal you can prepare.

I'm a part-time student working towards a masters degree. - What subject will you degree be in? What do you want to do with it when you graduate.?

...and a non-drama attitude whenever possible. - Delete. No woman will ever admit to having a "drama attitude".

Usually I'm attracted to dark hair, brown skin, curves, a great smile, and almond shaped eyes. - You are getting too specific here. You may eliminate some potential dates.
 luvnlife2
Joined: 12/17/2006
Msg: 3 (view)
 
New User, just looking for some positive (or negative) feedback
Posted: 11/4/2009 9:38:03 AM
...and never could understand why people would spend $5.00 for a cup at Starbucks. - Delete. Makes you sound judgmental and it will turn off those women that do enjoy their lattes.

I am probably one the the very few guys left that have some respect for a woman. - Delete. Denegrating other guys is very bad.
 luvnlife2
Joined: 12/17/2006
Msg: 4 (view)
 
Review required please
Posted: 11/4/2009 9:27:29 AM
...so please don't let that frighten you away. - Delete. This plants the idea in her head that she should be frightened away.

Head games and playing are way to high school. Trustworthiness, caring and supportive are things everyone needs. I prefer the latter don't you? - Delete. It's obvious.

I see a lot of ladies want men who have their life in order. - Delete. Obvious.

I have goals to travel and see the world. Europe and Asia particularly. - What do you do when you travel? Do you lay on the beach, meet the local people, go to museums, sightsee, take pictures? Give us an idea what it would be like traveling with you.

If I cast a hook in your direction please have a nibble and see whats up. - Delete. Makes you seem desperate.

Better pictures coming soon I promise. - Don't say it. Do it!

Tell us how many children you have and their ages. Do they live with you?

Tell us about the woman you'd like to meet. Are you looking for a Mom for your kids or a working woman? Give us some idea.
 luvnlife2
Joined: 12/17/2006
Msg: 3 (view)
 
Looking for anything suggestions to spice things up.
Posted: 11/4/2009 8:58:44 AM
You've completely missed the "Interests" section. You should put 10 to 15 things in there so that women can see if they may share some common interests with you.
 luvnlife2
Joined: 12/17/2006
Msg: 6 (view)
 
New To This, Need Some Input
Posted: 11/4/2009 8:49:58 AM

...is it just typical that women don't contact the guys here.
Yes, it's typical that women in your age group don't make initial contact. Because of the demographics here (far more men in your age group than women), the women get lots of messages and can be very selective about the ones they respond to.


I've sent a limited number of messages to women that I'm interested in, and of course it's hit and miss with the responses.
Men with good profiles report about 10% response rate here. The best thing to do is once you send off a message, just forget about it. If you do get a response, you'll be pleasantly surprised.

Good luck to you.
 luvnlife2
Joined: 12/17/2006
Msg: 3 (view)
 
Please review my profile - feedback wanted!
Posted: 11/4/2009 8:42:44 AM
I agree that your handle is a big turn off. It gives off the "Poor, poor, pitiful me. Why can't I get a date?" vibe. You want something that makes you sound like someone a woman would actually want to date.
 luvnlife2
Joined: 12/17/2006
Msg: 3 (view)
 
need help , rate my profile
Posted: 11/4/2009 7:53:25 AM
Job number one for you is to get some great new photos of yourself.

Interests: lots of interests - No, no, no. List 10 to 15 hobbies, interests, and things you like to do.

first Im 38 not 36, missed the limit to change that . - It's very important to list your real age here. Delete this profile and create a new one with the correct age if you need to.

im not good at describing myself , so if theres something you want to know please ask me - Delete. Comes across very negative.

a little shy at first , sometime my mouth runs faster than my brain lol - Delete. This sounds like you are lacking in confidence and social skills.

i hate ppl that play head games - Delete. Negative.

Carefully proofread and spell check your writing and correct your mistakes.
 luvnlife2
Joined: 12/17/2006
Msg: 3 (view)
 
Profile Was Deleted - New One Needs Reviewing!
Posted: 11/4/2009 7:45:13 AM
You've completely missed the "Interests" section. Fill that out with 10 to 15 hobbies, interests, and things you like to do.
 luvnlife2
Joined: 12/17/2006
Msg: 6 (view)
 
I'm great, How about my profile?
Posted: 11/4/2009 7:42:56 AM
Since you want "Long term", you should write a pargraph about the type of guy you'd like to meet. Are you looking for someone to settle down and start a family with?
 luvnlife2
Joined: 12/17/2006
Msg: 3 (view)
 
Please review and Critique
Posted: 11/4/2009 7:05:43 AM
Every one of your photos has other people in it. You need some new photos of just you.
 luvnlife2
Joined: 12/17/2006
Msg: 3 (view)
 
review my profile
Posted: 11/3/2009 5:12:24 PM

is there any way I could improve my profile to attract more women,other than by telling big lies or replacing my photos with those of a male model?The photos are 2 years old and the best I can do;I am 47-perhaps that 's the problem,I'm considered past my sell-by date.
Job number one for you is to get a good primary photo of yourself. It should be a good, sharp, well lit, close up head shot of you smiling. Do you have a friend who is a good photographer who can help you with this?
 luvnlife2
Joined: 12/17/2006
Msg: 6 (view)
 
Looking for honesty...
Posted: 11/3/2009 4:56:24 PM

... only to not get a response of any kind whatsoever and wonder wtf happened. It is pretty discouraging after a while.
Your experience is typical. You should realize that there are far more men here in your age group than women, so getting responses is very difficult. Men with good profiles report about 10% response rate. The best thing you can do is not expect a response; then if you get one, you'll be pleasantly surprised.
 luvnlife2
Joined: 12/17/2006
Msg: 2 (view)
 
Review me please :)
Posted: 11/2/2009 4:26:44 PM
Job number one for you is to get some great photos. Get rid of the baby picture and the group shots.
 luvnlife2
Joined: 12/17/2006
Msg: 4 (view)
 
Would appreciate some feedback on my profile :o)
Posted: 11/2/2009 7:13:47 AM
Your primary picture should be a good, sharp, well lit, close up head shot of you smiling without a hat. Your goal is for a woman to look at your picture and say to herself "That's someone I'd like to be with".
 luvnlife2
Joined: 12/17/2006
Msg: 2 (view)
 
Would appreciate some feedback on my profile :o)
Posted: 11/2/2009 7:08:00 AM
You are 29 years old and you only want someone to "Hang out" with? If that's all you want, then perhaps your guy friends are all you need?
 luvnlife2
Joined: 12/17/2006
Msg: 2 (view)
 
Constructive Critiscm Welcome
Posted: 11/2/2009 7:01:25 AM

...give me some feedback on what I can adjust or tamper with to improve my profile?
Start by getting a new primary photo of yourself smiling.
 luvnlife2
Joined: 12/17/2006
Msg: 7 (view)
 
Need suggestions!
Posted: 11/2/2009 6:59:10 AM
Fix the photo so that it shows up properly as a thumbnail. Post a full body shot of yourself.

Tell us your true body type. Saying "Prefer not to say" makes people think the worst.

But it is steaming hot there, not good for red headed psople! - Delete or rephrase in a positive way.

I was on here before about two years ago and I am seeing the same people! - Delete. Says nothing about you.

Well, it takes a while to find the LTR of your dreams, doesn't it? - Delete. Obvious.

I am not a perfectinist. - Delete.

I like travel, hiking, cruises, short stories, cats, gardening, wines, and making the best out of everything God gives me. - Go into more detail about the things you like to do. Where have you traveled? What cruises have you been on? Do you have cats? How many? You mention God; are you religious?
 luvnlife2
Joined: 12/17/2006
Msg: 2 (view)
 
Profile Review from the vets
Posted: 11/2/2009 6:17:49 AM

Age between 28 and 40
Live in United States
Live within 75 miles.
You must have a picture to contact this user.
Must not be looking for Hang Out
Must not be looking for Talk/E-mail
Must not be looking for Friendship
Must not be looking for Activity Partner
If you want more contacts, consider eliminating some or all of these restrictions.
 luvnlife2
Joined: 12/17/2006
Msg: 2 (view)
 
Profile review please.
Posted: 11/2/2009 6:11:43 AM
I am trying this out to see whats out there. - Delete. Obvious.

I have not had much luck in the past and would like to meet someone who i can get along with. - Delete. Very negative and sounds like you can't get along with people.

Right now i am going to school to study game design and i love it so far. - Are you meeting women at school? That would be the natural way for you to meet people.

I would describe myself as a nice person. - Delete. Everyone thinks they are "nice". It says nothing.

I try to get along with everyone and i am pretty laid back. - Delete. Sounds like you have trouble getting along with people. "Laid back" sounds like "Lazy". Is that what you are saying?

Alot of people tell me that i can hold a decent conversation and such. - Tell us what you think, not what "A lot of peole" say.

Alot of people also tell me i look young for 22. Lol. - Delete. Let the women make their own decision based on your photos.

There are some things that are unforgivable in this world but somehow i can find the good in people and manage to forgive them. - Delete. This all sounds way too negative.

The kind of girl i am interested is someone who always has a smile on her face. - Then you need to get some great photos of yourself with a smile on your face.

Proofread and spell check everything you write and correct your mistakes.
 luvnlife2
Joined: 12/17/2006
Msg: 3 (view)
 
What's not working?
Posted: 11/2/2009 5:57:33 AM
Your goal says you only want "Friends" which implies no possibility for a romantic relationship. If that's all you want, perhaps your current friends are all you need?
 luvnlife2
Joined: 12/17/2006
Msg: 4 (view)
 
Profile review please?
Posted: 11/2/2009 5:53:30 AM

Age between 30 and 40
Yes, I agree that the age restriction is killing your chances. There may be lots of women over age 40 that would love to date you, but you won't even talk to them.
 luvnlife2
Joined: 12/17/2006
Msg: 3 (view)
 
IS MY PROFILE REALY THAT BAD OR AM I JUS UGLY?
Posted: 11/2/2009 5:50:43 AM

Any hints/tips?
In your age group there ar far more men here than women, so you will need an excellent profile if you want to get responses. Job number one for you is to get some new photos. The one you have now has a deep blue tint that makes you look strange. Do you have a friend who is a good photographer who can help you with this?
 luvnlife2
Joined: 12/17/2006
Msg: 6 (view)
 
Warning! Highly dangerous profile, avoid!
Posted: 11/1/2009 5:49:52 AM
You've completely missed the "Interests" section. You should fill that in if you are serious about wanting this Internet dating to work for you.
 
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