First Date? NAIL IT with these 5 tips

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Got a hot first date coming up? Follow our advice and she'll be eating out of your hand...

1. Mind your manners

Open the door for her. Chew with your mouth closed. Be polite to the waiter/waitress. No elbows on the table. If it sounds like Mama's in your head, that's because she was grooming you to be a gentleman. And everyone knows that classy ladies prefer gentlemen to bad boys.

2. avoid awkward subjects

First dates are for asking all those easy surface questions about hobbies, interests, favorite foods, how many brothers or sisters does she have, what's her favorite movie, music, etc. Even if you really dig this chick, there is no reason the words "marriage," "babies," "sex," "exes," or even sensitive family issues should ever come out of your mouth. Otherwise, you're going to be met with this face, and it's hard to bounce back from.

3. be old-fashioned

We might be in 2016, but there are few girls who won't be impressed if you at least offer to foot the bill. If your date needs a ride, pick her up, and drop her off safely. You don't have to bring flowers or gifts (unless you want to), but make an effort to look nice and smell good. All these details are things she'll really notice and appreciate. 

4. Keep it in your pants

If you really dig this chick, then whatever you do, don't take her home on the first date. Sure, there are success stories of relationships that evolved from one-night stands and tipsy partying, but waiting is a sign of respect and an indication to her that you are looking to have a second (third, fourth and so on). Otherwise, you could quickly be delegated to "friends with benefits" territory.

5. Listen more, speak less

Everyone knows that people love talking about themselves. But not all people are good listeners. Don't be a brick wall if she's asking you questions or expecting a response to what she's saying, but also don't dominate the conversation. Listen, respond thoughtfully, and whatever you do, don't be on your cell phone unless it's an emergency!

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