By Lisa Bernier Using a dating website is not exactly the same as going to a bar or a party. But don’t worry — using OkCupid is a lot like using social networking sites. Just as there are tips and tricks to optimizing your Twitter or Facebook presence, you can take steps to boost your OkCupid profile and improve your experience. This seems like a no-brainer, right? Look at it as the same as “liking” a post on Facebook or retweeting on Twitter.

You want to be your genuine self around someone you find attractive You haven’t dated in a while and don’t know how to start again You are unhappy with your online dating profile and want one that represents who you really are.

What are some online dating tips and where do you start creating the best dating profile for you? It is a daunting task to know where to begin other than scrambling to find the most flattering picture of yourself. And that is the best place to start! Your profile is one of the two key elements to determine if a person connects with you on an online dating service. Using the right words to attract a match is key to your profile. People want to read uplifting profiles.

Before you begin creating your own, examine other profiles and determine what words make you more or less interested.