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I Posted My Profile Online
Monday Jul 10, 2006.
By econfidant
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I posted my profile and picture online and have lots of views, but only a handful of people have written to me. Do you think there's something wrong with my profile? I wouldn't jump to any big conclusions about your profile just yet. Lots of people surf around and view but take their time before beginning a correspondence. Think about your own habits: How many profiles do you click on and read, and then decide not to write? Some dating websites even allow visitors to browse profiles without registering for their service, so you may be getting views from people who couldn't contact you even if they wanted to. If you're still worried about your profile, there are things that you can do to improve your response rate. First, spend some time reviewing other member profiles. (Guys, you can look at other guys' profiles if it's for "research"). Notice what you like and don't like, what sounds fresh and original and what sounds like a cliche, and apply what you've learned to your own self-presentation. Take a good look at the picture(s) you've posted. Is it clear? Are you smiling? If you look confident and happy, you'll probably get more interest. Sometimes it's hard to be objective about your own profile, so if you would like some honest feedback, ask a trusted friend to look it over. The great thing about your online dating profile is that you can—and should—review and change it over time. Is your profile too generic? Be as specific as possible to give readers an idea of the true you. Most importantly, be proactive. Don't wait for someone to write you. You may not come up in your perfect match's search results because you're one mile out of their location range...but he or she may come up on yours! The point is to keep at it. You'll get some takers.
Good luck,
Have a question about your one-true-love or latest fling that you just can't share with your friends? Rachel Begelman and Sarna Lee founded econfidant.com to give you the smart, one-on-one advice you need. You can ask that single pressing question or sign up to ask unlimited questions. Read more about econfidant. Have a question for econfidant.com? Ask it here...they'll answer one question from a Centerstage reader each week.
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