50 Dating Tips That Will Help You Find A Good Guy For A Change

“If a guy likes you, he will make an effort. He’ll call or text, or he’ll ask you on a date. Or he’ll try to meet up somehow. Don’t try to go after him if he’s repeatedly telling you he’s busy or that we should take a raincheck. It means he’s just not interested.”

— Kim Quindlen, thoughtcatalog.com

“You can learn so much from a dude's Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook accounts. And you don't have to take off your leopard-print Slippers by Snooki to do it. Thanks to relationship status updates and photos that chronicle the friends and lives of our peers, it's easier than ever to set your sights o…”

— Hallie Gould, marieclaire.com

“People date for different reasons. Are you looking for casual connections without any expectations, to find some companionship, or to find an empowering partner for the rest of your life? Be honest with yourself about your expectations, and then communicate them openly. Don’t compromise just because…”

— Leslie Frey, lifehack.org

“Don’t try too hard to please your man if your gestures aren’t reciprocated. He’d just take you for granted. Instead, make him realize just how lucky he is to have you. Most guys just take things for granted instead of realizing how lucky they are.”

— Ethan Kent, lovepanky.com

“It’s a good sign if he interrupts Surprisingly, women were more into guys who jumped in mid-story—not to bring the conversation back to themselves, but to complete her sentence or agree with her.”

— Molly Triffin, womenshealthmag.com

“Make your first date no longer than 45 minutes, max. That’ll keep the investment relatively low for both of you, which is really important if one person isn’t feeling it. And, if you’re both attracted to each other, it’ll stoke anticipation for your next date, which is the one where you’ll really ge…”

— Julie Taylor, match.com

“There's something to be said about having a relaxed, carefree attitude when it comes to dating. You go out several times and then don't hear from him? Instead of worrying and stressing over why - just assume it wasn't meant to be and move on. Save yourself all of that grief and get ready for your ne…”

— Jeannie Assimos, eharmony.com

“Sure, it can feel weird to catch a movie by yourself or sit solo at a sushi bar, but many happily attached women know that spending some time by yourself is a surefire way to meet someone great.”

— Marina Khidekel, glamour.com

“Download dating apps that aren’t Tinder. Try Bumble if you’re interested in an app that restricts men from making the first move and encourages women to start the conversations.”

— Holly Riordan, thoughtcatalog.com

“Nice guys are putting on guerrilla art shows, working with the NRDC, riding in mountain bike rallies, and campaigning to get morons tossed out of Congress. Why not join one of these groups and make a little difference in the world? The men you meet will sometimes be startlingly hot, but who cares? Y…”

— E. Jean, elle.com

“If you catch your partner in a lie more than once, there is no real reason to keep the relationship going. Someone who is a liar is probably a consistent and pathological liar. It's just one of those moral codes you either live by or you don't.”

— Geena Goozdich, elitedaily.com

“Dating someone who you're just not into is a total waste of time. Be realistic with yourself: Are you embarrassed to call him your "boyfriend"? Has he met your friends? Would you rather be watching Netflix than talking to him? Are you only with him for fear of being single? These are all good signs…”

— Arielle Pardes, womenshealthmag.com

“I always appreciate the offer to split the check, even though I never allow it. If we end up grabbing drinks later and a woman insists on paying, I really like that a lot. It shows me that she's genuinely interested in spending time with me as opposed to wanting to be wined and dined regardless of w…”

— Lauren Otis, cosmopolitan.com

“If you just want to hook up when you’re drunk, and he wants the same, then more power to you both. However, if you have real feelings for this person, and he only wants you around when you’re drunk and naked, this is a huge deal breaker.”

— Geena Goozdich, elitedaily.com

“In the interest of saving time, here are the types you may want to avoid: They make sexual references or only message you at night instead of asking you on a proper date. They overcompensate by bragging or being cocky in their bio. They use cheesy, generic pick-up lines. They start the conversation…”

— Bobby Box, bustle.com

“Depending on their age and circumstances, a date who lives with their parents may or may not be a red flag. There’s a big difference between a recent college grad getting on their feet and a 38-year old crashing in their mom’s basement because they don’t feel like living on their own. If their paren…”

— Patrick Allan, lifehacker.com

“Accept invitations to parties, even if someone you can’t stand is throwing it. That way, you’ll run into attractive friends of friends. One of them might be Mr. or Mrs. Right.”

— Holly Riordan, thoughtcatalog.com

“Local sports leagues let you get in shape and sweat out your stress by playing kickball, softball or any other sport you enjoy, and they're full of athletic, fun-loving guys.”

— Marina Khidekel, glamour.com

“If you want to have a fit body, you eventually learn that it is an on-going process. You can’t do 100 sit-ups once every six months and expect your body to change. Dating, too, takes persistence to see the results you are seeking. If you get frustrated that you aren’t finding what you’re looking for…”

— Leslie Frey, lifehack.org

“Ask questions to find out what your match is passionate about. What drives them? For example, "What’s the most important value in your life right now?’ or ‘What are your long-term goals and short-term goals?" These are great ways to get to know someone better, which will empower you to be better abl…”

— Bobby Box, bustle.com