Many of our
profile writing clients ask about assistance in writing online dating e-mails, and although we don't offer that kind of service, we can give you pointers from time to time.
On Tuesday, I posted a sample online dating e-mail, and again today I'd like to share with you a couple more sample online dating e-mail examples that will hopefully make writing e-mails in the online dating world a…
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So you've found someone online who you think might be a match, and you want to send over an e-mail, but you are completely stuck and don't know what to say.
Thousands of online daters can relate.
I've given you tips in
online dating icebreakers and other
email writing tips, but you've asked for examples, so I'm delivering with a two-part blog post…
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You know who you are...
You've been online for a bit, not as long as some but not quite that long either. You've gone on a date or two, but nothing fantastic transpired. You're not that thrilled about updating your profile or responding to your emails, yet you really don't want to be single either.
I know the drill. I've been there and heard all about it from people just like you…
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It's hard to be original sometimes, especially when you're trying to talk about yourself in 250 words or less.
No pressure!
If you are struggling for creative things to say in your profile, here are a few ideas to get those creative juices flowing:
- Instead of saying you're tall, dark, and handsome, give other unique details about yourself. For example, you could tell the world about your shoe size, the color that looks

Through the Dating Tales
online dating profile writing service I see quite a few profiles from around the globe, and there is one similarity I've noticed among the profiles of both guys and gals, young and old.
There's too much repetition in your online profiles!
For example, if you have an account on
Match, then you have the option to answer…
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When you aren't getting the results you want from your online dating profile, there are several things you can do to spruce up your existing profile and motivate "potentials" to contact you.
Profile makeover tip #1 - Use spell check
Simple things like proper spelling, complete sentences, and correct grammar can make a big difference. I know this sounds like something your 10th…
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Everything you need to know about creating a sexy and enticing online profile lies in the pages of fashion magazines. And this goes for both men and women, I'd like to add.

Your Photos
Ever notice that most magazine covers are simply head shots of the model? Sure, there might be a beautiful background, but the primary focus of the cover is the…
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Every now and again (usually on a Tuesday - random, I know) I try to post one online dating profile writing tip that works for both men and women equally. Today, in light of a huge
compliment I got from a customer, I thought I'd focus on the art of saying thank you in online dating.
But before I get…
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A Dating Tales reader was kind enough to write in after reading a couple of my other posts on
what to write in a message when dating online. Like a lot of online daters, he is unsure about what to say in an initial e-mail and even what to say in a follow up e-mail to a girl he's interested in.
Below are the seven common statements he has found…
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By Sara | February 19, 2009
A Dating Tales reader recently sent in a question about how to approach girls online. For the sake of anonymity, we'll just call this faithful reader Rusty.
Here's Rusty's request for advice...
"When I have my chance to send a girl a message for the first time, I don't know what to say. I want to say something nice, but don't know what to write. I NEED advice."
This is a common concern…
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