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HOW TO WRITE AN EFFECTIVE PERSONAL AD - MEN
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The most frequent complaints men
share with The Sage about internet dating are that women don't respond to their
ads. You can avoid this problem by following a few simple guidelines while
writing your personal ad. - BE HONEST. The fastest way to ruin what might have
been a beautiful friendship is to lie. Hide the fact that you are a single
father of 5 year-old triplets, and miss a chance to find the woman who wants to
love them and share your parental joys. Dishonesty will always be caught sooner
or later. Allow others to make informed decisions about what they will and will
not accept, based on an honest representation of yourself. As a fit person you
would likely be disappointed to learn that the woman you've been writing for the
last month weighs 250 pounds, and not l25 as stated. She may feel likewise to
learn you are the U.S. president, and not the sole object of your adoration! Be
truthful and avoid the pain, heartache, disappointment and separation caused by
dishonesty. Open yourself to incredible happiness by allowing others to love you
as you are, for who you are.
- CREATE A 'GRABBER'. A 'grabber' is an
attention-getting headline which stands out above the rest and demands to be
read. There are many, many 'DWM's, 44, seeking love' out there. Be different,
even if you ARE a 'DWM, 44, seeking love'. Check out the competition. What
attracts your attention to their ads? Note those which stand out have clarity
and are original, personal, and direct. What can you say about yourself in a
single sentence which makes you irresistible to the opposite sex? If you truly
seek love and long-term commitment, comments here about length, size and shape
of 'physical' attributes are a turn-off to women who seek men of intellectual,
emotional, and spiritual substance. Pornographic headlines are not accepted into
the database. If you are well-endowed with a fabulous sense of humor, use it!
Nothing attracts so quickly as laughter and goodwill.
- BE SPECIFIC. You know
who you are and what you want..tell them about it! Almost everyone seems to
enjoy 'moonlit walks, candlelight dinners, and strolls on the beach'. Be
specific about values held and sought, in addition to naming hobbies and
interests. If you know your soulmate is a Buddhist, say so. If you are adamant
about remaining childless, convey that too. State your willingness to travel.
The woman in Paris may not respond when she notes you live in Rio, if you fail
to mention that geographic location is no barrier. What is your personal mantra?
Share it. The woman who understands and appreciates it best, is the one who will
reply.
- BE POSITIVE. Let your natural exuberance and zest for life shine
through in your writing. Negativity repels. You may elicit an offer from a
counseling service if you project a woebegone, or suicidal attitude, but you
probably won't attract your soulmate.
- BEST FOOT FORWARD. You wouldn't
(hopefully) show up on a first date unwashed and unkempt, would you? Likewise,
if your spelling skills are somewhat lacking, consult a dictionary before
submitting your otherwise artfully crafted and well-thought-out ad.
- BE
HONEST, BE HONEST, BE HONEST. One aspect which cannot be over-stated!! Use these
guidelines to net a lifetime of happiness with your true love. Happy searching!
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