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People like to compare finding someone through an online dating site to meeting someone in a bar. I suspect that’s because meeting someone in a bar is the cliché “regular” way to do it, though I can’t think of many people I’ve known who have actually met their significant other that way.

Usually when we compare the two we talk about gut first impressions vs. getting to know someone though email, and the related safety factors. However, there’s one factor that’s rarely discussed: if you’re in a bar, chances are you’re drinking alcohol, even just a little. And while you might check out profiles with a glass of wine, chances are you form most of your impressions and make most of your decisions online sober.

Let’s think about how this might alter your experience.

The first, and most obvious, difference might be the old “drunk goggles” effect. Even if you’re not totally smashed, you might respond a little more favorably toward someone who approaches you. That girl at …

Source:You Look Good Through These Goggles

A colleague of mine was recently on a first date with a girl who, to put it mildly, didn’t really click with him. According to him, she said a lot of inappropriate things and he felt uncomfortable. So he excused himself to go to the restroom, exited the restaurant where they were dining and hopped the subway home.

I cringed when he said this. Now, we’ve all been on dates where we’ve wanted to escape as quickly as possible. But is high-tailing it to the exit and sticking your date with the bill really the right way to go, no matter how irritating they may be? There are other ways to end the date quickly and painlessly, without being rude and hurting the other person’s feelings, or letting them wonder where you went. Following are a few tips:

1. Have a back-up plan. Mention at the beginning of a date that you have an early mornin …

Source:Having a bad date? Here's how to escape gracefully.

Most online dating sites have a profile section wherein you are expected to talk about what you’re looking for in your ideal mate. While this section is certainly helpful, it’s what I like to call the “danger” section – the section in which people get themselves in trouble. It’s a section that can make or break a profile.

There are many things you can do to improve that section, and your profile as a whole, but here’s the easiest, simplest tip that will make a difference: when talking about what you’re looking for, don’t talk about what you’re not looking for. It’s really as simple as that. Which sounds more appealing? “My dream guy would take in a Lakers game with me” or “I don’t want to date a girl that plays games or is in it for my money”?

Similarly, while you don’t want to give an endless laundry list of physical qualities you’re looking for (your reader may feel like you’re too picky), it can be easier to send the message you’re intending if you stick to concre …

Source:It's Not Called "What I'd Never Date Again"

Match.com revenue for quarter 1, 2010 was down 1% to $89.3 million. In the same quarter last year revenue was $90.1. The acquisition of SinglesNet this quarter and People Media in late 2009 did not quite meet the loss of revenue from Match.com Europe sale to Meetic. Taking these transactions out of the equation revenue for Match.com grew 8 percent while subscribers grew 2 percent. Increase sales came mainly from business in the United States.

Paid subscribers to Match.com for quarter 1, 2010 was at 1,585,000. This is a 10 percent increase from 1,438,000 when compared to quarter 1, 2009. These numbers include the newly acquired SinglesNet dating site and the People Media network of dating sites for 2010 while the 2009 number includes Match.com European operation.

Match.com acquired SinglesNet in this quarter for an undisclosed sum. Are estimate of SinglesNet paid membership numbers is about 183,000. See below for the equation.

Match Europe when sold Q2 2009 had a …

Source:Match.com First Quarter 2010 Financials

In celebration of National Honesty Day (yes, it really exists), I’d like to discuss honesty when it comes to dating.

If you are an online dater, chances are you’ve come across dates who aren’t so honest in their profiles. Some post old pictures, some lie about their age, relationship status, or even what they do for a living. In order to change some of the negative perceptions of online dating, I suggest everyone take a look at your profile to see where you might be less than honest. Here are some common problem areas to consider:

1. Your age

Just because you aren’t 25 anymore doesn’t mean that you aren’t an appealing candidate for online daters. At one point, I fudged my age so I could get more matches, but this didn’t help in getting quality matches. Besides, starting a relationship with a li …

Source:How honest are you with your dates?

Chemistry is offering a free communication weekend starting this Friday, April 30, 2010 and ending Sunday, May 2nd, 2010. This 72 hour event allows all free members of Chemistry to not only create a profile and be matched with other singles for free, but members will be able to communicate with all members for no cost. Plus, no credit card is required!

If a dating service which matches you on your personality is of interest to you then you have no better weekend to try Chemistry out than now. These free weekends have become quite popular for them with online daters. This is becau …

Source:Chemistry's FREE this Weekend

A colleague of mine was recently on a first date with a girl who, to put it mildly, didn’t really click with him. According to him, she said a lot of inappropriate things and he felt uncomfortable. So he excused himself to go to the restroom, exited the restaurant where they were dining and hopped the subway home.

I cringed when he said this. Now, we’ve all been on dates where we’ve wanted to escape as quickly as possible. But is high-tailing it to the exit and sticking your date with the bill really the right way to go, no matter how irritating they may be? There are other ways to end the date quickly and painlessly, without being rude and hurting the other person’s feelings, or letting them wonder where you went. Following are a few tips:

1. Have a back-up plan. Mention at the beginning of a date that you have an early mornin …

Source:Having a bad date? Here's how to escape gracefully.

Most online dating sites have a profile section wherein you are expected to talk about what you’re looking for in your ideal mate. While this section is certainly helpful, it’s what I like to call the “danger” section – the section in which people get themselves in trouble. It’s a section that can make or break a profile.

There are many things you can do to improve that section, and your profile as a whole, but here’s the easiest, simplest tip that will make a difference: when talking about what you’re looking for, don’t talk about what you’re not looking for. It’s really as simple as that. Which sounds more appealing? “My dream guy would take in a Lakers game with me” or “I don’t want to date a girl that plays games or is in it for my money”?

Similarly, while you don’t want to give an endless laundry list of physical qualities you’re looking for (your reader may feel like you’re too picky), it can be easier to send the message you’re intending if you stick to concre …

Source:It's Not Called "What I'd Never Date Again"

Spark Networks is one of the few dating companies to be a Better Business Bureau (BBB) Accredited business. They have been one since 1999. Being a BBB accredit business means that the

.. BBB has determined that the business meets accreditation standards which include a commitment to make a good faith effort to resolve any consumer complaints.

Why is belonging to the BBB important? The BBB is an international recognized independent organization that allows consumers to not only voice their own opinions about a company but it also allows them to file a complaint which will be monitored by the BBB on how the accredited business responds. If you check out Spark Networks BBB report you can see the number of complaints they have had in the last 36 months and the type of response which was given. The response of Spark Networks directly reflects their BBB rating. This doesn’t mean Spark Networks has to comply with every consumer request but they do need …

Source:Spark Networks A+ BBB Rating

Given that 50% of all marriages in the U.S. currently end in divorce according to the CDC, the question begs: how do you get back in the swing of things after divorce?  Dating is a foreign world to many who have been in long-term marriages and perhaps raised children who have now gone off to college. Times have changed and quite frankly, so have you. Don’t fret about learning how to move and shake again – with a few simple tips, you’ll be well on the road to being you as you meet someone new!

After Divorce Dating Tip #1: Dress to Impress Yourself
Look in your closet and tell me what you see. I’ll be that you’re the one who bought most of the clothes hanging in there. If not, go grab your favorite shirt and pair of pants for me. If you’re a gal, grab your favorite top and bottom. Put them on the bed and step back. Have a look at them and ask, “Why do I like these things?” If you can’t come up wi …

Source:After Divorce: Dating With New Values