For first-time blind dates, it's common to encounter situations where the date doesn't go smoothly, the man rarely contacts you, or you just don't click. However, in most cases, the lack of contact or the inability to click is due to issues with self-introduction or photos.
Firstly, judging from the women's self-introductions, women who provide detailed self-introductions have a higher success rate in blind dates. One interviewee stated, "The woman filled out her self-introduction with detailed information about her hobbies, thoughts on marriage, etc. During the meeting, she behaved exactly as described in her introduction. I could also learn what she liked and wanted from her introduction. This can become an opportunity for a next meeting."
In other words, a self-introduction leaves a lasting impression on the other person before you even meet. This is especially true for online dating; the depth of conversation before the meeting is often a crucial factor in determining the success of a date. Therefore, writing a clear self-introduction can significantly impact the success rate of a blind date.
One interviewee said, "We were able to start chatting right away after meeting, which was very pleasant. It might be because we had exchanged text messages a few times before, giving us a sense of familiarity. It's important to write a detailed self-introduction so that it can become a topic of conversation with the other person."
People who meet online often find writing self-introductions tedious due to the sheer volume of information to edit. However, the two interviews above reveal that it's essential to understand the other person's interests and personality before meeting in person. Conversely, to ensure the other person understands you, your self-introduction should be written carefully and in detail. The second interview, in particular, highlights the importance of providing ample conversation starters with a detailed self-introduction.
One interviewee said, "When I wanted to send a text message, I struggled to reply because the other person's self-introduction was too brief. I asked others and learned that I should first enrich the content of my self-introduction. Next time, I should write something that others haven't written. Unlike a typical self-introduction, I should write something unique to myself. Content like 'honesty' and 'gentleness,' which anyone can write, won't attract attention."
Therefore, enriching your self-introduction doesn't mean writing things like "honesty" or "gentleness" that everyone writes, but rather adding something uniquely your own. The success of online dating hinges on the text message exchanges before the actual meeting. And the first step in "getting to know the other person" is through self-introduction.
In summary, to increase your chances of a successful blind date, keep the following four points in mind when writing your self-introduction: 1. Fill it out as completely as possible, without leaving any blanks; 2. Include topics that will spark conversation with the other person; 3. Showcase your unique characteristics; 4. Include content that interests you or your preferred personality type.
