Pro-Tip #6: Eat Somewhere You Can Afford for Two
There is always that chance that you may have to pay for the both of you. If you go for somewhere very expensive on the first date, s/he is going to expect this is normal for you to do. This will either make you very broke, or it will make you very broke AND inconsistent once you opt for a cheaper place. Go mid-level first; the next dates will then seem like “upgrades”.
Pro-Tip #7: Coffee/Choco, Not Beer
Ah, so dinner’s done. What’s the best way to cap off a Valentine’s Day date? Never go for alcohol – even if you think it will get you laid. See, we say stupid things when we’re tipsy, and this date is about being intelligent, not being an idiot. You are not a pick-up artist – you are a gentleman/lady. You know, respectable individuals.
Pro-Tip #8: There is ALWAYS Something to Talk About
Most dates become boring affairs. Empty silences and blank stares happen too often. You may not like the same things, and neither of you may know this. However, there are three topics which I’ve found ANYONE can relate with: a best friend, a favorite pet/book/thing, and most importantly, their name (its story, origin, why it sounds like an animal, etc).
Pro-Tip #9: You are NOT Allowed to Have a “Plan B”
Because if Plan A says “Yes” on the last minute, you’re screwed, buddy.
Pro-Tip #10: Never Ever Hire a Limo
Here’s the thing: if you’re wealthy enough to hire a limo, shouldn’t you HAVE a limo? If you’re too poor to own one, you’re just being pretentious and causing misplaced expectations – which results in a reputation of inconsistency. Inconsistency is like the character equivalent of chlamydia: very bad.
