By Ben | March 18th, 2021
The Third Degree Will Not Get You the Second Date While I don’t usually have calls with clients on the weekends (though, I still do work… dating never sleeps), when a client frantically texted me tonight to talk about a date (I’m writing this on a Sunday evening), I knew it was a call I […]
Read MoreBy Ben | March 18th, 2021
BE the kind of person YOU want to attract and some other tips for stronger love connections in 2021. By Lauren Pilgermayer, Life and Relationship Coach For those who are single and dating, this past year definitely had its challenges. With social distancing measures in place and spending more time alone, finding love could feel […]
Read MoreBy Ben | March 18th, 2021
By Ali of @FindingMrHeight They say you shouldn’t judge a book by its cover. But on a dating app, the cover is all you have! Your first photo is what will make someone decide whether or not to read further. And often, it’s all they’ll see since so many people swipe first and only read […]
Read MoreBy Ben | March 18th, 2021
From a CitySwoon dating event or any occasion. As a speed dating event producer, I regularly receive many questions regarding dating and what’s next after an event. One particular question that has stood out to me is how to follow up with a date you’ve met at a CitySwoon event – whether it’s virtual or […]
Read MoreBy Ben | March 18th, 2021
From a Top Philly Dating Coach & Matchmaker If you thought dating was hard in Philly before, welcome to dating in Philly during Covid times. Prior to the Pandemic, we had many options on how and where to meet other singles…online dating, social events, activity groups, and the bar scene. Now the approach to dating has changed. There are no […]
Read MoreBy City Swooner | March 5th, 2021
Argentina: Sweets for a Kiss Rather than celebrate a single day of love, Argentina instead celebrates a Week of Sweetness from July 1st to 7th. The first tradition in this list is only 31 years old. In 1989, the Argentine confectionery company, Arcor created an advertising campaign for one of their products, “One Bon o […]
Read MoreBy City Swooner | February 23rd, 2021
“Judge a man by his questions rather than by his answers.” – Voltaire Make an Impression with Creative Questions If you could have done a job aside from the current one, which one would it be? Which is the best family trip you remember from childhood? Which Game of Thrones character describes you best? Which […]
Read MoreBy City Swooner | November 3rd, 2020
By Jade Andrews (Dating After Divorce) What’s the difference between confidence and cockiness? As a dating coach for divorced men, I deal with this issue a lot. The difference is vulnerability. We’re told in the world of glamourized social media and dating shows to “fake it till you make it” but, at what cost? When […]
Read MoreBy City Swooner | October 28th, 2020
by Jade Andrews (Dating After Divorce) Good lighting is important. There’s a reason why professional photoshoots focus on this so much. Good lighting can help you look more attractive to your date. If the sun is still up, use a window in front of you (never behind) for the best natural lighting. During an evening […]
Read MoreBy City Swooner | August 24th, 2020
Kevin Peters of Groom Journal Going on a first date can be nerve-racking even for the most seasoned gentlemen. Whether you’re new to the game, been on the dating circuit for a while, or recently ended a relationship and getting back into the dating pool; first dates can be stressful. However, with proper preparation, you […]
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