…Blind Dates Suck
1. Blind dates are a crap shoot. As you never really know what you are getting yourself into, the odds are most always stacked against you. Plus, when it comes down to brass tacks, relying on friends to screen for potential datesis a dangerous and risky game. Not often enoughdo friends get past, “You’re single, she’s single. It’s perfect!”
2. It’s like an interview. You’re on your best behaviour. The person you are with is on their best behaviour. Everyone is telling their best stories. Is that the real you sitting across the table?
3. Like most job interviews, both sides know pretty quickly whether they want a second date. Without having any scientific data to back this assertion up, I would guess that it takes anywhere from 5 seconds to 10 minutes before deciding. If you’re lucky enough to feel the vibe, fantastic! Without chemistry, it could make for a long night.
4. Depending on how adventurous you are and committed to meeting someone through friends and family, it has the potential to cost a fortune.This is, of course, contingent on who is paying. If you’re the guy, better show some class and get the wallet out. If you’re the girl…well…at least offer.
5. As noted here, blind dates are often “for the benefit of people who set you up, not yours.” It seems everyone wants to be responsible for bringing two people together. What’s the saying…misery loves company?
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More: According to Search Engine Land, blind dates are a lot like B2B marketing. Not sure we understand the analogy but definite points for creativity.
