Want a Kick Ass Online Dating Profile? Start with Some Great Photos
Here are a few more pointers for guys and ladies for getting yourself set up for online success. It’s all about creating a visually engaging online showcase that demonstrates that you are a wonderful catch.
1-Show only between three and five photos of yourself to give a full picture of the brand that is you.
Too much of a good thing is not recommended. Maintain a little mystery. If things work out you can take your own photos.
On the flip side, keep in mind that even if you write like Nicolas Sparks, no photo means no dates. Pretty much a guarantee especially if you are a woman. Guys are visual and unfortunately some men don’t bother to give the words in your profile more than a glance anyway.
2-An appealing headshot is the starting point.
Don’t have one? Forget the professional route. Have a bud help out—friends enjoy helping out and doing stuff like taking photos of you. Pick one that you like best, and remember to smile. Don’t have any friends? I’ll leave that for another column.
3-Include a photo from a wedding or an event.
Nothing too stiff though. It shows you have a life and adds social context. Since you’ll probably be dressed up for these, it adds another dimension to the multi-faceted person that is you.
4-Always include an action shot someplace outdoors (beach, mountains, biking, or in front of the Pyramids, etc.)
This shows you get out and are comfortable with your body. This gives your potential connections a chance to get a look at your form. If you’re shy about this, do the best you can. Eventually the other person is going to see you and they will check you out.
5-Throw in a wild card.
Have fun with this one. You and your crew at the Jets game, or in the midst of that Pulp Fiction party, or maybe just you and your dog. If you are a hottie, feel free to give ‘em some eye candy, with class, of course. No lingerie, ladies, and fellas─no flexing. This isn’t the WWE. Or just choose your very best photo, regardless of the situation. A photo that shows the real you and makes you feel good about yourself and what you projecting. Okay, you’re done.
6- Pick the one that suits you best for your primary photo, make sure they can see your eyes, and stick with it for while.
Changing your profile pic every three days sounds the insecurity alarm.
That’s it. If you are unsure about your choices, have a friend take a look and give you feedback. Then post them for a month and see how it goes. You are the brand and you want your connections to like what they see and want to learn more about you. Smile!
Can you recall the profile pics that attracted you to someone you met online?
