Gentlemen, there are dates and then there are DATES. If you’ve gotten yourself a date with that special someone, it’s important you make the right impression. To do that, you must do five things on your first date.
Plan The Date
There is no more egregious crime than asking someone out then showing up and saying “So what do you wanna do?” Bad start. Real bad. Take the time to plan how you want to engage this person. That does not mean you have to go to the most expensive restaurant. But pick an environment where you can really learn more about the person. It helps if you take the time beforehand to learn some things about them and give yourself some insight into what they might like.
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Put The Phone Away
You asked this person out, presumably to learn more about them, so why are you on your phone? It’s not only rude but sends the wrong message. Do you want them to think that you’re not really interested? Unless it’s an emergency gentlemen, put the phone away.
Look Your Best
No, this does not mean a 3 piece suit and wingtips (it really should though). However it should be obvious that you were meticulous in what you decided to wear and how you smell. Don’t forget the smell. Remember you are trying to deepen the interest that made them agree to the date in the first place so absolutely put your best style game forward. Pick something out that says something about who you are.
Be Chivalrous
Chivalry is not dead. Being a gentleman will always be in style. Open doors, compliment the outfit and effort they put in to look great. Be polite to wait staff, but also just be polite to people in general. It will give them insight into your character as a human being. This will go a long way.
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Be Attentive
Make it obvious how much you appreciate that they chose to spend time with you. Ask questions and LISTEN to there responses and then ask follow-up questions. This is NOT an opportunity for you to impress with how great you are by talking mostly about yourself. This is about you learning about them and their story. If prompted, then go ahead and answer of course. But otherwise, make it about them.
Now go forth confidently my friend. Who knows, you might meet the right one.
Feature image by Wiktor Karkocha
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