Part 1 - How to secure a second date? Simple. You nail the first one. Basic and more advanced tips on making your first date as successful as possible. (Be sure to check out Part 2.)

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The Basics

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1. Be on time. That goes for ladies as well as men. Being late is just
rude. Don’t play games like the 15 minute rule.

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2. Look and smell nice. That includes mints for your breath,
using deodorant, and not dousing yourself in Axe body spray or perfume.

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3. Dress appropriately for the activity or venue. Keep
it classy, not trashy.

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4. Make eye contact. Just don’t be too intense, keep the gaze
soft.

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5. Flip a compliment. Just one. For men, “you look nice” is
enough. For women, complimenting him on a “nice shirt” is enough. Keep
it cool.

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6. Put the phone away. That means in a purse or pocket, not
laying on the table between you, where your eyes will keep sliding over to
it. Give your date the gift of your full attention.

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7. Be you, but be the best version of you. Some people
let it all hang out, as a kind of test. Those people rarely get second dates.
Self-sabotage? Maybe.

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8. Don’t drop any F-bombs and stay away from
gross jokes. Some women love disgusting jokes but not many. You
may turn her off completely.

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Beyond Basics

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9. Find out what each other’s passions are and
connect that way. You’re looking for common interests that will
lead to easy, flowing conversation and possibly spark a connection.

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10. Talk as well as listen. Be aware of talking about yourself
too much. Or maybe too little, which makes it hard to connect. Ask
questions, and find something in common.

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11. Keep it light. Steer clear from conversations about money,
exes, your medical history, and things that make you angry. You don’t
want to be remembered as angry guy (or girl).

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12. Be polite to service staff and don’t try too hard to show
your date what a nice polite person you are to service staff. Lots of
people know this rule. Your date senses when you’re putting it on.

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13. Show appreciation. Tell your date you’re having a good
time. Yes, actually say it. Men love it when women show appreciation for
the work they put into a date.

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14. Be warm. It’s okay to be a little physical. Let the anticipation
build. Brush or squeeze an arm. Notice how your date reacts to being
touched. Skittish? Not a good sign. Responsive? Lucky you.

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15. Save the first kiss for a different date. You only get
one first kiss. Let the romance begin!

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Next slideshow:
Analyzing the First Date, Asking for a 2nd Date.

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Author: Sophie Winters @thechachaclub
Visit Sophie at www.thechachaclub.com
Original Article: Singles Warehouse