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There are singles everywhere. So where are the best spots to connect with them?
If you’re looking for someone new, you can meet him or her almost anywhere. There’s no hard and fast rule of thumb that says you can only meet your dream guy or gal at a bar. You can meet someone at the dog park… or the post office… or your kid’s school. You just have to be open to putting yourself out there. However, if you’re going to the same places all the time, you’re likely not going to find the person of your dreams if you haven’t already. You’ve got to be willing to shake things up.
You’ve seen someone you’re interested in. What’s next?
The cold approach can be daunting but what do you have to lose? You don’t have to wait for him or her to come to you. When initiating contact, first and foremost… smile! You want to be confident and approachable, and a smile is very attractive. Also, don’t forget to make eye contact, and be brave. Don’t put pressure on yourself to come up with a clever opening line. Just be yourself and say ‘hi’.
Are drinks or dinner better for a first date?
Either is fine, but at It’s Just Lunch, we found that an hour-long lunch date is ideal for getting to know one another, and you don’t have a commitment of an entire evening. We’re all busy, so you want to make sure your time is well spent.
When it comes to that first date, how do you go about deciding who should pay for the check or if you should split it?
At It’s Just Lunch, we take care of everything -- from making reservations, to confirming the date, to even arranging to have the check split equally so there’s no awkward moment at the end of the date. But if you’ve met someone on your own it’s not as straightforward. Interestingly, one recent survey found that 77.4% of people in a relationship believe men should pay the bill on a first date. Whether you agree or not, you should never assume someone will be picking up the tab. It’s best to discuss it ahead of time -- and figure out what works for you both.