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Online matchmaking takes the sting out of the blind date by acquainting you with a potential partner ahead of time. You'll know what you're getting into, and that's a comforting feeling.

However, you will have to describe yourself without the benefit of facial expressions, gestures, and your library of vocal inflection. All of the sudden, your writing ability might affect your love life. Need help?

First, you'll have to come up with an introduction. Even if you choose not to post a profile, you will be reaching out with that initial email. Should you keep it short, or go right for the meat? After all, you don't want to waste anybody's time, so what's the harm in writing a book? Plenty. Remember, your profile or email is just a hook. Think of it as a movie trailer.

If you choose to post a profile, consider letting a friend help you out. This person can offer a valuable proofread, or point out qualities you never thought to mention. If you really trust your pal, let him or her write it for you. Look at other introductions and note which ones you like. This can help get your own thoughts in order. Need some ideas about what to say? Mention what you like to do, what you're looking for, endearing traits.

Avoid tired clichés when you write a title for your profile, unless you've figured out a way to make it clear that your tongue is firmly planted in your cheek when you proclaim yourself a "knight in shining armor." Of course, there are probably tons of women out there who want a knight, all joking aside. Don't kill yourself trying to come up with the world's most witty title. Sure, it wouldn't hurt, but it's not worth worrying about, especially if you choose to post a photo along with a profile.

When you've made contact with someone, you'll probably exchange some email initially. This "screening process" is an important step in the online dating game. The key is to remain honest about who you are and what you seek.

For example, he may have sent you a gorgeous photo, but if he has children and you don't want kids in your life, you'd better sign off. Don't get too serious about grilling a potential date, however. Remember, I said potential "date," not necessarily "mate." You can decide that later. Emails were meant to be short and fun. The best part about this mode of communication is that they can be proofed before sent. This way, you can achieve maximum charm without having to think on your feet.

Bottom line is to have fun with the whole process. See what's out there. The writing will take care of itself, and if it doesn't, you may attract an equally atrocious scribe with whom you can wax poetic over the phone.

Ready to get started? Create a free profile and tweak it several times before you put it out there for the world to see.

 

By Laura J. Schaefer, Match.com

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