1. Appeal to his subconscious senses

The most powerful of the subconscious senses is that of smell and many studies have shown the huge part it plays, on a subliminal level, in determining if a man is attracted to a woman. This most definitely isn’t a license to turn up to a date reeking of a perfume factory, instead create a sense of intrigue by keeping your fragrance light. A good way to avoid going over the top is to spray a mist of perfume in front of yourself and walk through it.

2. Pay attention to your posture

Slumping takes inches off your height, adds years to your apparent age and is a sure-fire way of killing even the most sophisticated outfit. What is more, somebody who slouches is more likely to give off the signals of lacking confidence in themselves or, worse still, not being interested in their dating partner. Although you don’t want to look like you are bent backwards over a barrel, paying heed to Mother’s wise words and holding your head high and your shoulders well back will do wonders for your attractiveness.

3. Go for the wide-awake look

Subconsciously, a woman who looks fresh and revitalised is perceived by males as being more healthier and thus more attractive as a potential mate. It is easy to perk up your look by using a gentle exfoliating face wash just before you apply your makeup ready for your date. Lining the inner rims of your eyelids with a white eyeliner is a fantastic way opening them up and applying a pearly white eye-shadow just under your eyebrows completes the effect.

4. Get your circulation going

Going for a run or a brisk walk prior to your date is a great way of not only looking great but feeling good too. A good burst of exercise will be guaranteed to give you a healthy glow and have you looking bright eyed and bushy tailed. Working out also releases endorphins which are the body’s natural feel-good hormones so you are likelier to feel more attractive and rejuvenated. A word of warning however, don’t over-do it and leave yourself plenty of time to take a shower; going for the sweaty look won‘t do you any favours at all.

First, adhere to one simple rule:  unless she asks about your career, bite your tongue.  If you have an exciting job that really seems to garner the interest of women, that’s fine – but it will come across as manipulative if you try to “force” that fact upon her.  Instead, wait for her to ask about your career.  Start off with something simple, like “I love my job.”  She’ll want to hear more – and you’re not bragging because you’re simply communication your passion about your job.  You could be a janitor and still say “I love my job.”

Second, remember that it’s not what you have, but how you have it.  You could be a poor street musician and still intrigue women with the kind of life you lead if you actually have passion for what you do.

Many guys with great jobs wonder why their financial success isn’t attracting more women.  It’s simple:  they’re not attracted to your success, they’re attracted to successful men.  There are a lot of ways to define “successful,” but the easiest way is simple:  if you love what you do, you’re successful.  A woman can spot the boredom behind your eyes when you talk about a job you don’t enjoy – even if it pays 250,000 dollars a year.

Third, don’t “follow her lead” if she gives you the opportunity to brag.  A woman might throw a few tests your way to see if you’ll start trying to win her affections with the stuff you have rather than what you are.  If you brag, you fail the test.  Why? 

Because if you brag to her about what you have, the implication is that it’s the stuff that’s so high-value, not you.

You need to be the great thing here.  So if a woman says “Oh, wow, is that your car?” all you need to say is “Yep!  Thanks, I love it.”  That’s it.   As if you’re not impressed by the car, but by how the car makes you feel.

Remember, you’re the one who has to make a woman’s experience worthwhile.  So have a little self-respect and keep the bragging to a minimum.  As the old saying goes, a rich man doesn’t have to tell you he’s rich.

It’s an all-too familiar situation; you put on your best dress, style your hair just-so and even invest in that designer perfume which promised to make you smell and feel sexier. What’s more, you smile and laugh and make riveting conversation. Yet your first date never seems to progress beyond first base. Are you simply unlucky, or do you just not know something that everyone else does?

First things first, this may sound like a clich�, but you are not alone. Many women have dozens of dates which never make it to a second meeting. Often it is simply a case of understanding and accepting that not all girls and guys are made for each other. It doesn’t make you boring or unattractive, don’t take it personally, it just happens. However, there are a few simple things you can do increase your chances of being asked out on a second date and to make sure that you don’t scare your date off during the first meeting.

Don’t appear too eager

There is a fine line between going over the top and giving the right impression where your appearance is concerned. It should really go without saying that you should try to look your best on the first date but many women get this part sadly wrong by holding back in fear of giving out the wrong signals. True, you should avoid wearing clothes that are overly seductive or revealing but wearing something that helps you to make the best of yourself and feel comfortable will do wonders for your confidence as well as making your date feel as if he was worthy of your time.

Make an effort

A great number of women still feel that they should be seen and not heard on the first date. Wrong move. Men like women who can take part in engaging conversation so let your personality shine. If you are the shy type, psyche yourself up for this ahead of time, even if you don’t feel up to initiating conversation at least try to answer any questions that are thrown your way enthusiastically.

Leave past history where it belongs, in the past

A sure date-killer is to go into a detailed lengthy tirade about past relationships and boyfriends. Do yourself a favour; don’t! Try to view a first date with a man as a new start and a fresh opportunity. If there are things you need to get out in the open, most of them can wait until you are further into forming a relationship; for now, keep it light.

Listen

Most women are so anxious to appear interesting and fun that they forget to listen to their date. When you take the time to slow down and listen to somebody, it makes them feel special and important. A man is much more likelier to be attracted to a woman who makes him feel good about himself so your body language should be open and attentive with lots of eye contact and questions at appropriate stages.

Most importantly, remember to relax and enjoy yourself as this will automatically bring out the best in you. Tell yourself that you have absolutely nothing to lose, even if this date doesn’t go as planned, think of it as good practice for all those future dates.