Why Pictures Of Your Activities Are Important - A Golf Story

I'm always telling my clients that at least one of their online dating profile photos should be of them engaged in their favorite pastimes. If you hike, you should include a picture of you hiking. If you swim, it's one of the best excuses to show yourself in a bathing suit. If you train dogs, upload a picture of you with your favorite pups.

A tweet I read from another online dating expert last week totally confirmed everything I say to my clients. But I'll tell you about it in a minute... here are some basic reasons why you should include activity pictures:

• Doing so makes you appear more human
• Posed shots can look unnatural and uncomfortable (not a good vibe!)
• You give people conversation starters that your profile text may not

Julie Spira, also known as the Cyber Dating Expert, tweeted the following testimonial to the power of the activity photo:

Cyberdating Tip: Ladies, if you play golf, add a photo to your online dating profile. My latest client has been on 4 golf dates this week

FOUR GOLF DATES IN A WEEK. How awesome is that? The photo of her golfing gave men an instant way to connect with her and a very low pressure, fun first date that is out in public (and in the fresh air).

This works for other activities as well! What are you going to be up to this Spring and Summer? Post photos of yourself doing these activities and an invitation at the end of your profile text. You'll be surprised at how many people will take you up on your offer!