Speed Dating

My best friend is twenty-seven years old and she's never had a boyfriend in her entire life. It's not that she's ugly or abnormal. I think guys in the office are scared of her because she's an achiever and they think that she's so uptight. My friend often gets depressed because people see her NBSB status as her flaw. One time, while having snacks and eating our favorite Oreo cookie cake, I suggested speed dating to her. It's a fun, fast, and good way to meet guys who complement her personality. At first, she was hesitant but she eventually agreed. Before she joined speed dating, I gave a lecture about the do's and don'ts of the said activity to help find her prince charming.

Carolyn McKline, date expert, advises men and women to use the art of flirting, eye contacts, and suggestive hand movements to give potential mates a clue that they are wanted. She also advises everyone to dress well and to be presentable, since first impressions last. It is also believed that to have a number of questions in mind is a plus factor. As such, daters will never run out of things to say. The dating guru also tells us not to be gullible. Instead, we should be critical at all times. This means that we must never accept all the things that our potential mate says as true. We must be well on our guard, especially if the other person is drop-dead gorgeous. It is also common sense not to give away important personal details like account numbers and passwords for atm cards. Needless to say, the bottom line is to always be in control and to enjoy the experience.

Although speed dating can be exciting and fun, you should never forget to take caution and to remember the dont's in speed dating. It's very vital to know such tips since not knowing them could hamper the great romance that you've been dreaming of. Carolyn Mckline advises speed daters to be true to themselves; never create imaginary and fictional stuff. She reiterates that lying won't do anything good. Your real personality is the best "clothes" you can ever wear in any situation in life. However, you should remember your etiquette. Never use foul languages and converse about boring topics. Such a situation, my friends, is a major turnoff. Anyway, while your speed dating, remember to write down details on your card -- so as not to forget Mr. Prince Charming. You never know, may be "the one" is just one of the people across the table.

Speed dating continuous to become more and more popular despite criticisms. Because of this, several movies have featured speed dating. These movies include Hitch and The 40-Year-Old Virgin, both shown in 2005. Hitch starred actor Will Smith who is a professional "date doctor" who coaches other men in the art of wooing women. However, he found out that his mastery of this art is useless in his own case. This romantic-comedy film broke the record for best opening weekend in US and also, ranks 10th in 2005 highest grossing films.

The 40-Year-Old Virgin is a comedy film about a 40-year-old man named Andy Stitzer, played by Steve Carell, who lives by himself in a comfortable, yet dull life. The story begun whe his friends found out that he's still virgin. This movie ranked as 17th in the list of 2005 highest grossing movies. Aside from these movies, several television shows also featured how speed dating could be so cool. We are made to believe that by signing up for a speed dating, we could snag someone as hot as Brad Pitt or as sexy as Jennifer Lopez. No wonder many people considers it as their way to meet the person that they can spend the rest their lives with.

Speed dating is a fantastic way of meeting new people at once. Since you will only be talking to each speed dater for about 10 minutes, it's tempting to try to portray a character that you think will arouse the curiousity and grab the attention of other daters. This is one of the few things that you should avoid. Instead of telling the opposite sex that you live in a mansion in the hills, admit that you live on a 5 floor apartment. There's nothing wrong with being who you are, unless you're a serial murderer.

It may seem a good idea at the time but remember the reason why you're speed dating: to meet new people! The time you spend on the table is only the initial step, believe it or not you have the chance to meet dater number 17 in the near future. How long can you make him or her believe that you're a member of the royal family in a kingdom far far away without getting caught? Once your potential mate finds out you've been lying the whole time, what do you think will happen? Not only do you lose his or her trust, you also lose a potential life partner.

Lying to other people is one thing you should avoid, but you should also avoid lying to yourself. What I meant by that is that you should not raise your hopes up to much and make unrealistic expectations. Even though you've come prepared for the night and you seem charming, that doesn't mean everyone will fall head over heels for you. Keep things real so that you don't end up disappointing yourself. Remember the cliched line: hope for the best and expect the worst.

Speed dating is one of the best "inventions" of the 21st century society. This type of dating is composed of ten to fifteen blind dates, each in just a few minutes.

You can join speed dating by online or personal registration. You then go to the venue where this speed dating is set. You jump from one table to another and talk to the one sitting in front of you. You try to impress and create some connection with your partner in front. He or she talks about himself or herself then you try to share some of your background. When the bell rings, you move on to the next table. After the process is done, you rank or rate your dates and you try to also know how they rate you.

Usually, after speed dating, comes a little social gathering. Those who have joined the dates are now free to roam and approach who they feel they connected with best.

What's good about speed dating is that you lessen the risk of rejection and humiliation. Plus, you won't have much of the first-date jitters. Also, awkward silences and moments are minimized. And hey, have I mentioned you get a dozen dates in one day? What could be cooler than that?

Aside from the online dating sites, another practice which is getting popular among romance seekers is the speed dating. The activity is usually held in bars or large rooms which provide the right ambience for socialization.

In speed dating, each participant is given a brief time for a one on one interview or getting to know with the rest. The main purpose of the activity and the short dialogues is to help the participants to determine who among the participants is most compatible with them. Should they be attracted to a particular person, they are free to call him/her and ask for another meeting.

Although not everyone finds their perfect match in the end, speed dating is still important since it also serves as an opportunity to meet new and interesting people.

I like the idea of speed dating. I wouldn't call myself new to the dating circle, but the fact that you're not meeting a "total" blind date leaves the possibility of disappointment behind and gives you room for choosing your type of date. In 1999, speed dating was a Jewish trend, with Rabbi Deyo as the originator, that eventually spread even outside of the Jewish faith and had become a popular matchmaking activity.

In a speed dating club, you're supposed to have your name tag and score card, because you will be meeting different dates each time the bell rings. The idea is that you would have to discuss anything except career and residence/phone number. Then you would move on to your next date's table until you get to meet approximately 10 people. By the time you've scored which your type of dates are, the organizers can then give you their phone numbers.

Sounds exciting, doesn't it?

We've all heard about speed dating, that unique type of social gathering that promises to get you more new dates (or friends if you're unlucky) than ever before. You're given a short time (10-15 minutes tops) to talk, exchange information and try to find a connection with each other among a variety of people.

Given the short time span, what should a speed dater talk about?

A speed dater should treat every new contact as a first date. No exceptions. So keep the topics appropriate for one. Past relationships, bragging about your conquests and flirting will not get you any new dates. General topics will keep everything simple, and will give your speed date an idea of what you're really like.

So you've decided to check out the local speed dating scene. You've got your ticket, and the big night's tonight. But you're at a loss: What do you do at these things?

Worry not, dear dater. I'm here to save your bacon.

First of all, you've got to look your best! Speed dating is all about first impressions, and looking good is the best way to make a good one.

Learn to keep to your own space. Remember that some people are not touchy by nature. You're here to talk, not feel up the other person.

Don't be nervous and clam up. Nobody wants to talk to a wall. Especially when the object of speed dating is to meet and talk to as many people as possible in the shortest amount of time.

Given that, focus on getting to know the other person better, and not on getting another date. Don't give out insincere compliments, either. Bullshit smells, and it smells bad enough to be detected a mile away.

Last bit of advice: Just be yourself. Putting up an act can be tough and playing a repeat performance can be disastrous.

There. Now you're somewhat prepared for the fast-paced world of speed dating. Godspeed, lover boy!

No doubt you've had the same problem...you've gone on a few dates with a girl, and on your third date, she decides you don't have anything in common and she dumps you like a bag of used tampons. You reel in pain and rejection, and it'll take you time to get the balls to ask anyone out again.
Well, with Speed Dating, you can say goodbye to this torture (or at least large parts of it).
What is this newfangled thing, anyway? Ah, grasshopper, listen and learn...
Speed Dating is a form of dating that gives you a chance to meet a lot of people in a short amount of time. It takes the form of a big party, and everyone there is out to meet someone new. Like some demented gameshow, each person gets to know another in a limited span of time, and moves to the next person in line when the time is up, hence Speed Dating. This goes on until everyone gets to meet everybody. Participants often have a checklist so they can keep track of their potential dates, and everyone has a grand old time. Sounds interesting, doesn't it? So get off your butt and get out and join one of these speed dating things. Who knows, you might just meet your dad there.