(01-02-2017, 10:12 PM)sw72hw Wrote: I got the pics, so I started with the app. Since I am tired today, I decided to start with two, Tinder and Bumble. (I heard that Bumble can be good for introverted guys, so I began with it.)
For some reason, I am having a problem with linking Tinder with Facebook, so I can't do that for a while, until I figure it out.
And as far as Bumble goes, I got no match so far. I've been on it for about 2 hours or so, and yet, I haven't gotten anything. How long does it typically take to get a few matches?
I also purchased the Boost. ($7.99, and I just want to see what it does. If the app or the features suck, then I'll cancel next month.) Yet, it seems to be doing nothing. (If it is working correctly as it is advertised, and if there is a girl who swiped me right, I should be seeing that person. Yet, I didn't see anyone.)
Oh well, if something was supposed to happen, I suppose I ***** up the profile real big time, or the photos are real shit. (Or I maybe just look really terrible, which in that case, I suppose I should give up online dating altogether.)
Tomorrow, I'm going to work on creating OkCupid profile, and see of that's gonna be something else. I also plan on getting Tinder fixed. (By any means, please do help if you know the fix.)
I'm off to sleep. Soooo tired for some unknown reason.
Don't waste your time with Bumble. It's the same concept as Coffee Meets Bagel. There's no risk for women. Women are just shown a list of men who liked them and they get to choose from that pool. AND THEN, men can't even send the first message. Women HAVE to initiate. It's hypergamy on steroids. Unless you're cut like a diamond, or flashing some money, you're wasting your time.
See more info here: https://techcrunch.com/2014/12/02/bumble...in-charge/
My rule of thumb is: Never waste time with a platform that places the burden of performance even more more on men. Right now, OkCupid and Tinder are your best options -- IF you understand online dating economics and you know how to optimize your profile.
Hint: Keep them super short and punchy. Only one or two pictures, high action. Have some kind of call to action to pre-qualify the women (treat 'em like sales leads). I posted about this in-depth on my own journal. Will try to find the post.
