Dating Profile Advice: How to Create an Outstanding Profile

Online dating has become the main method for singles to meet each other these days. With this in mind, how to create a great dating profile is a frequently asked question. So without further ado, I’m going to show you how exactly you can create an outstanding profile and stand out from the crowd. Let’s dive in.

Your photos must be very good

Yes, I said “must”, not “should”

If you have noticed how first impressions have worked before, you probably know that people notice your hairstyle first when they meet you for the first time, and then they will notice your face and your clothes.

Now in terms of the first impression on a dating website, people will notice your photos before they read your dating profile. That’s why you have to upload high-quality photos. In fact, some dating websites proactively delete low-quality photos and low-effort profiles in order to maintain the quality of their platform.

If you already have some very good photos, you can use those on your dating profile. Otherwise, you may ask a friend who is good at taking photos to help you. If you are very serious, you can hire a professional photographer to take great photos for you.

Ideally, your profile photo should be taken in a well-lit place. Consider taking a picture while surrounded by nature, i.e. on the beach, in the sunshine, etc. That’s because statistics show that men’s profiles with photos taken outdoors are much more likely to get positive responses from women online. Further research shows that women associate men who are active in nature with positive emotions, whereas men who stay in a dark room look unreliable in photos.

Steer clear of gold diggers

It’s important to avoid displaying your wealth in your profile photo if you wish to steer clear of attracting individuals who are solely interested in your financial status, commonly referred to as gold-diggers. These individuals may not have a genuine interest in getting to know you as a person, and may only seek to benefit from your wealth.

Moreover, displaying your wealth may give off the impression that you are newly affluent rather than having inherited the wealth, which is commonly referred to as “old money.” Individuals with new wealth often feel compelled to draw attention to their financial status while those with old money tend to prioritize their privacy over showcasing their wealth to strangers.

If you wish to communicate your financial stability to potential partners, your profession can often serve as a good indicator. Women are likely to take notice if your profession is highly esteemed and infer that you are financially successful.

Your dating profile headline must differentiate you from your competitors.

On almost every dating site, you can easily see countless run-of-the-mill dating profile headlines. Obviously, most online daters never did any kind of training in the dating department, so they don’t know what they are doing.

The second important item of a dating profile is your headline. That’s why a good headline is paramount. Let’s dive into how to write an unforgettable profile headline.

First and foremost, your headline has to emphasize your personality. For example, “a bold gentleman” shows a unique pairing about you, i.e. you are bold and gentle at the same time – that makes you very attractive.

In the second place, your headline should emphasize your interest. For instance, “an avid reader” shows your hobby: reading. In this way, your profile will attract like-minded people in the online community.

Next, your headline needs to indicate your wit. A case in point is “willing to lie about how we met each other” – this headline displays your humor and wit.

Furthermore, you would be well-advised to use the headline to showcase your unique selling point. In business, people use the term “unique selling point” to describe why a product or service is different and better than its competitors’ offerings. As a matter of fact, dating is the only situation in which both parties are buying and selling at the same time! Therefore, you can leverage the headline to imply your unique selling point, e.g. “a thinker who doesn’t overthink” shows your high IQ and high EQ & this can be your unique selling point.

Please note that the following elements must be avoided in the headline:

  1. Negativity. Take this dating profile headline as an example – “looking…but with trust issues”. It says you actually look for problems before they arise.
  2. Low effort. Look at this example – “Hey” (it means you spent just a second writing your headline).
  3. Neediness. Check out this example – “Looking for someone to rescue me” (it means you are clingy and needy).
  4. Very long sentences. Here is an example – “I’m a reliable, trustworthy, intelligent and healthy guy & my hobbies are painting, poetry, football, singing and playing the guitar.” This headline’s focus is gone.
  5. Grammar and spelling errors, e.g. “Are you the lvoe of my lyf?”
  6. Repetition, e.g. “A lawyer from Los Angeles” Other members can already easily see your location and your profession in your profile. You shouldn’t be so repetitive.

If you aren’t sure, you may hire a dating coach to write your dating profile for you.

I hope you have already learned a lot from this article so far, but if you are still not sure, you can hire a dating coach to help you. There are many dating coaches who offer this kind of services online, e.g. Virtual Dating Assistants, Personal Dating Assistants, Dating Advisors, Online Dating Consultants, etc. Some of these experts are professional wingmen who can give you extra help such as sending messages to women on your behalf. In this way, you will certainly receive many messages from qualified female candidates that you actually like. Some dating coaches can even recommend professional photographers in your local area because they will do the research online for you.

Let me show you some outstanding dating profile examples below:

  1. I’m a caring, loving and interesting man with ten years’ of experience overseas. I’ve worked in Egypt, New Zealand, Australia, South Africa, and Germany for 10 years. I also love traveling the world. I’ve been to Japan, France, Argentina, Canada and Fiji as a tourist. I’m very passionate about life because the average person only has approximately 30,000 days in their lifetime – every day is a special day. Make every day count!
  2. As an enthusiastic reader, I read 52 books per year. That’s a book per week. I read books from three categories: A) money and business; B) mastery, i.e. writing, public speaking, etc.; C) health and fitness. I also write blog articles regularly on my personal blog about what I’ve been reading. If you are interested, join me on this journey!
  3. I’m a purebred entrepreneur, so I can’t have a real 9-to-5 job. I’ve been doing my own business since 2002 and I really love the excitement and fulfillment that my business has brought me. I’m looking for a lady who is happy to share this passion with me.

Note that these good examples include the following key elements:

  1. They use contractions such as “I’m”, “that’s” and “can’t” because contractions sound more casual and more approachable.
  2. They are very specific. None of them says “I’m a good person” which is too generic.
  3. They all show radical self-love, meaning each of them indicates the member’s high self-esteem because they believe “Nobody will value you more than you value yourself.”

Crafting and drafting a great dating profile can make all the difference in finding the love of your life. By taking the time to showcase your unique qualities, interests, and goals, you can attract like-minded individuals who share your values and aspirations. 😄

So why not take the plunge and join Simply Dating today? Our platform provides a safe and secure environment for singles to connect and form meaningful relationships. And if you’re looking for more dating advice and tips, be sure to check out our blog for valuable insights and information.

Ultimately, love knows no bounds, and by being open to the world and all the possibilities it has to offer, you can find happiness and fulfillment in your romantic endeavors. So, what are you waiting for? Take the first step towards finding your soulmate today!

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