http://www.asiansinglesolution.com The Asian Single solution - XML Feed http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1604 Thu, 02 Feb 2012 16:59:08 +0000   Here are some of our latest feedbacks and successes We hope they inspire you! We love hearing all about your success stories.  Not only do they make our day, they help encourage all our other members to keep going.  So here are some of the latest ones. "The site has brought the love of my life to me. It's crazy but it's true.... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1593 Mon, 30 Jan 2012 11:44:44 +0000 How are your 2012 resolutions going? Here's how to make them work. Many of us make resolutions at the start of the new year.  Singles often decide that now is the time they want to meet someone. The trouble is that as the days tick by then it becomes harder and harder.  Life gets in the way and the best intentions are forgotten. But..... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1558 Mon, 23 Jan 2012 13:54:25 +0000 I've seen a recent increase in "sunglasses" photos So here's why you should avoid this big mistake.   Sunglasses photos are a bad idea at the best of times, which is why we have a "no sunglasses" policy on main photos.  Despite this ( and despite a clear illustration when uploading) , lots of people still ignore this. I find this ... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1583 Sat, 14 Jan 2012 14:50:12 +0000 Congratulations to our latest couple The perfect way to end 2011 We love hearing all your success stories, so please do let us know if you make a match! Here is what V had to say about www.asiansinglesolution.com : "I really appreciate the service you have provided, it opened up an avenue for me to meet her which I wouldn't have ot... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1586 Fri, 06 Jan 2012 10:53:23 +0000 The start of a new year is the best time for dating. So make sure make the most of it! It's the start of a new year...again.   The time when we all reflect on our lives and make a resolution to sort them out once and for all.  For some of us, this means working on our love lives and finally doing something to start meeting new people. ... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1030 Sun, 18 Dec 2011 11:52:23 +0000 Whatever you've got planned this holiday season, we hope you have fun. Happy Christmas Season from the Asian Single Solution! Thank you for all your support over the last year.  It's thanks to you that we've grown even bigger and better and we'll continue to do so in 2012. In fact, our January events are already on sale so do book them... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1569 Tue, 13 Dec 2011 13:01:41 +0000 Our Success stories continue to roll in. Here is just some of the November Feedback. "Good. I enjoyed the events although I eventually met someone through your website. Thanks" CM "Great, found the girl of my dreams!" VC "Really enjoyed the site, really happy with the guy that I met ." SM "Parties organised are a good way of meeti... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1562 Mon, 05 Dec 2011 10:39:57 +0000 Congratulations to Amit and Shilpa. They met from our site and are now a couple. We love hearing all your success stories, so please do let us know if you make a match! Here is what our latest couple, Shilpa and Amit have to say about www.asiansinglesolution.com : "Although we were at the same school found to have mutual contacts an... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1547 Mon, 28 Nov 2011 13:19:55 +0000 Height is often a very import factor in dating. But does being taller really get more success? I often see very tall women wearing high heels at singles parties, then complaining that the men are too short.  So for Asian men, it can be tough to find a match. I really don't think that someones height should be an issue.  Do a few inches he... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1537 Mon, 21 Nov 2011 17:45:19 +0000 Here's another question for the Dating Guru Is Flirting bad? "Dear James, I've also been brought up to believe that flirting is manipulative and deceiving.  Therefore I make a point of avoiding it. What do you think about it all? " Hi, Many thanks for your question.  I love to try and help as many Asian Single Solution members as po... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1487 Sun, 13 Nov 2011 11:59:26 +0000 Are you letting your partners ex get in the way? Stop making this big dating mistake!   We've all got a dating past.  So why do so many people allow it cause problems and get in the way of new relationships? The biggest issue is that it's easy to feel second best and to compare yourself to their ex.  You might wonder if you are... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1498 Sun, 06 Nov 2011 13:08:54 +0000 Here are our latest batch of success stories from late September to October 2011. If you have your own please let us know so we can share it!   "I have met the love of my life on this site and will be soon marrying her." VC "It was great! very informative, regular updates and I would recommend it to anyone" MP "The services ar... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1516 Mon, 31 Oct 2011 13:34:42 +0000 Sometimes it's hard to pick up whether someone is interested. But are you picking up the wrong signals?   Dating can be quite complicated at times. How do you know if a date is going well or if it's time to make your excuses and leave? Everyone has heard about basic body language and we are constantly ( even subconciously) search... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1508 Wed, 26 Oct 2011 11:51:56 +0000 The Asian Single Solution would like to wish all our members a Happy Diwali. We wish you and your family a very happy Diwali & prosperous new year. May all your wishes in love, wealth, health & happiness be fulfilled. James and Paul www.singlesolution.com... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1490 Mon, 24 Oct 2011 10:33:25 +0000 Matchmaking software and tests are popular right now But do they really work? Matchmaking software aims to examine members’ core beliefs and characteristics to give them a reliable idea of the type of people they should be dating to get a long lasting relationship.   I was recently asked about my thoughts on this so I thought I'd share t... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1470 Mon, 10 Oct 2011 09:34:11 +0000 Is double dating twice the fun? Or does it make it twice as difficult? It's an interesting predicament that most singles find themselves in from time to time.  You and a friend both have dates lined up and you think it might be a good idea to meet them at the same time. After all, there's more fun in a group isn't there? Of course, thi... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1459 Mon, 03 Oct 2011 10:03:59 +0000 Mobile phones are becoming increasingly more powerful. With power comes new ways to help you with dating. The latest of these is a new app for the IPhone that helps you locate other singles in your area using the GPS tracker on your phone .  The idea is that you would have a dating profile (and photo), turn it on and then you could pinpoi... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1475 Mon, 26 Sep 2011 14:58:38 +0000 Our Asian Birthday was a big success. Thank you for helping us celebrate. This month the Single Solution celebrates it's 9th year of operation.  On Saturday we had a our Asian birthday party and we were delighted that it was packed out with 200 guests. Here are a few of the photos so you can get a feel of the event. [gallery] We were... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1466 Mon, 19 Sep 2011 09:37:42 +0000 ?August was another fantastic month for us. Here are some of the success stories and feedbacks we had across the Single Solution sites.   "I'd like to take this opportunity to express how much I've enjoyed using the site and associated events, and the ongoing success it brings me in my dating life." KT "I have finally met t... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1452 Mon, 12 Sep 2011 15:35:20 +0000 Women and Men both think differently. So make sure you know what to discuss on a date.   1) Talk about family as women want a man who is close to them. It shows stability, loyalty and a kind nature. 2) If you've got a pet, children or nieces/nephews/god children then talk about them - women want to know that you'll make a good ... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1443 Mon, 05 Sep 2011 09:53:25 +0000 We've got some nice cold bottles waiting for some of you.   Read this to find out more We love getting success stories and we get them each and every day.  We always post the best ones to our blog, along with our latest feedback. Recently we've heard about lots of marriages through our site, so we are pretty sure there are even... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1431 Thu, 25 Aug 2011 16:50:14 +0000 We asked for success stories and we got inundated! We're delighted to tell you about another wedding. "Hey I met my wife on this site and we've been married 7 weeks now. Please find some photos for your website" [gallery] So don't give up, there really is someone out there for everyone.  Keep on using the site and you could be the next Asian Si... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1333 Sun, 21 Aug 2011 09:58:32 +0000 How do you end a relationship that's not working? Text, Phone Call, Email or in Person? You won't fall in love with everyone that you date so sometimes you have to bite the bullet and end it.  It's the fairest thing to do as you'll be setting them free to meet someone more compatible.  In today's modern age there are many ways you can end... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1415 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 09:33:44 +0000 July Success Stories and Feedback We were delighted to hear about yet another Asian Single Solution wedding. This was between Rikki and Amrit who met through us last year. They've sent us this very amusing video of their first wedding dance on Youtube if you'd like to search for it.   "Great and think your site is brilliant!... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1404 Mon, 08 Aug 2011 09:48:30 +0000 It's often hard to stay positive when it comes to dating So today I'm going to teach you how to boost it. The power of self-talk is amazing.  If you tell yourself you can do something or tell yourself you can't, then you are always going to be right.  So the secret is to only tell yourself positive things that will change things for the b... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1395 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 10:29:53 +0000 Have you had enough of dating? Are you worried you might never meet someone? Dating can sometimes be difficult and it even become frustrating if you aren't getting want you want out of it. My message to you is this:  Don't throw in the towel yet! Sometimes it might take 20  or 30 dates before you meet Mr or Miss Right,  or it might ... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1380 Mon, 25 Jul 2011 11:33:32 +0000 Your voice is one of your most important dating tools But are you using it to your advantage? Our voices are something we all take for granted and therefore we don't give them much thought.  But you really need to be aware of how you sound. I've known people to get lots of interest via online dating but then completely blow it when the... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1363 Mon, 18 Jul 2011 11:43:37 +0000 If you want to succeed in dating you need to stand out. But just make sure it's not for the wrong reasons! Online dating sites, like the Asian Single Solution, are filled with thousands and thousands of members.  They are so spoilt for choice that it can sometimes all the profiles can seem to blend into one.  Otherwise you won't get notic... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1353 Tue, 12 Jul 2011 09:42:02 +0000 Many people keep writing the same dull things in their profiles. So today I'll tell you what to avoid. Every week I get to see thousands of new profile and it's odd how many all say exactly the same thing.  In this blog I'll reveal the most common things I see , in the hope you won't write the same thing.  These are five of the most commo... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1341 Mon, 04 Jul 2011 16:28:27 +0000   Can you believe that it's nearer 2012 than the start of 2011? It's a great time to reflect on your dating goals. So how have things been going for you?  If you've not had many dates then it's not too late to do something about it.  The first step is just to take action. As we head towards the Summer you'll discover it's actua... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1323 Mon, 27 Jun 2011 09:47:52 +0000 We know that our members love our singles parties. Here are five of the best reasons why you should come and meet them. 1) High quality guests.  Our Muslim dating site is aimed at British born, Asian Muslim professionals. As such, the calibre is very high and everyone is there to genuinely meet someone for a relationship or marriage. ... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1307 Fri, 10 Jun 2011 14:20:03 +0000 Occasionally people ask us why their photos are not clear on the website. Invariably the reason for this is that the original image was of poor quality or low resolution. Our website offer photos in three sizes as follows. These are pictures of me from an original image that was 1Mb [caption id="attachment_1308" align="alignnone" width="80" c... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1300 Wed, 01 Jun 2011 09:25:58 +0000 As a professional site, we have a strict dress code for the events. Please take a moment to read our policy. We have to enforce our dress code policy at all our events due a few members letting the side down. Well it’s quite simple really.  Just wear something comfortable that is somewhere between smart, that you might wear to work or... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1275 Mon, 23 May 2011 12:59:32 +0000 Chat up lines get a bad reputation. So how else do you start a conversation? Sometimes the simplest and best chat up line is just to go up to someone and say "hello."   The golden rule is to make sure that you smile warmly.  Smile are contagious and they won't be able to stop themselves smiling back.   It will make you seem like a genuine... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1389 Sat, 21 May 2011 16:18:52 +0000 TSS Events stands for The Single Solution Events, and this is how payments appear on your bank statements. This is stated in all email receipts, and on the payment pages. A few people have asked us to clarify. This applies to our websites as follows. www.singlesolution.com www.AsianSingleSolution.com www.MuslimSingleSolution.com &... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1283 Mon, 16 May 2011 12:55:52 +0000 Shyness is very common when it comes to dating I'd like to show you some tricks to help make people relax. Almost everyone can feel a bit nervous when it comes to dating and shyness is very common. It can be difficult on a date if someone finds it hard to relax and open up. But there' s a fantastic technique that you put them at ease qu... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=646 Sun, 15 May 2011 08:54:34 +0000 Here's a up to date selection of our recent feedbacks. As promised, we'll be regularly updating this blog page so you can see the fantastic success rates our customers have: July 2011 Financially my circumstances have changed. I will still attend events as I have enjoyed them." MO "Good service"  RS "Have met another member fr... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1268 Mon, 09 May 2011 23:14:37 +0000 This is a common question I get asked. Is it better to have one photo or several? Some people like to add a vast selection of photos to their online dating profiles. They add action shots, photos of them on holiday, with their pets, swimming in lakes etc. This is all very well and good but you should keep one thought in mind every time ... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1259 Tue, 03 May 2011 09:47:34 +0000 We've noticed something that's happening a lot at our events. Guests are arriving well past the start time! We'd really appreciate it if you could make the extra effort to arrive on time.  Otherwise it can ruin an otherwise fantastic party. Perhaps you might be nervous about being the only one there. Many of our guests do turn up at th... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1253 Tue, 26 Apr 2011 09:42:20 +0000 Dating has changed so much over the years. Today's blog is about the new ways of doing it Generations ago, Asian singles were introduced by families or by a head of their community.  They'd attend social functions under the guidance of chaperones and would stick to the rules and social conventions of the time.  Nowadays most people have t... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1246 Mon, 18 Apr 2011 09:54:18 +0000 Have you sent out a lot of messages and not got much response? Here are the most common things you could be doing wrong. 1. Have you sent your messages reply paid, so they can read and reply, even if they are a basic member? 2. Check your grammar and spelling. Professional people are often turned off by bad spelling, eg u instead of you 3. ... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1209 Mon, 11 Apr 2011 10:47:25 +0000 I've noticed a lot of people write this on their profiles. So today's blog will be on this topic. Before I begin, I'd like to suggest that the phrase "no time wasters please" is not a good thing to write in your profile.  Firstly,  you should never focus on negative things and who you don't want to meet, but rather the sort of person you do... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1224 Thu, 31 Mar 2011 16:03:51 +0000 Join us on Wednesday at 9pm for our next Chat-Attack On a typical night we have 2000 users logging on but at different times. Hence there might only be 300 at one time, either using chat or ready to use chat. [caption id="attachment_1226" align="alignnone" width="300" caption="Meet up to 500 people online Wednesday 9pm"][/caption] Sometime... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1192 Mon, 28 Mar 2011 10:51:51 +0000 In today's blog we cover a topic that many people find difficult. It's especially relevant if you plan to attend one of our singles parties. If you are at a social event and don't know many people it can be hard to join a conversation.  They all seem to be having a lovely time but you feel like you are on the edge, looking in. So here ... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1132 Sun, 27 Mar 2011 18:50:36 +0000 Hi all, Everything was working so well, I forgot to up date the blog. We fixed our technical issues and added some extra memory and processor power to our servers. The site and chat feature is all now working brilliantly and super fast. Log in now and have a play. You can see who is online when you do a search. Dont forget to check out ... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1178 Mon, 21 Mar 2011 12:41:11 +0000 Are you under 30, Hindu or Sikh and looking for a partner? An exciting new TV show is looking for you! We've been approached by a television production company to help find people for a new television documentary.  If you'd like to be involved, please let us know asap.  This could be a great opportunity to meet someone amazing and will al... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1172 Mon, 14 Mar 2011 11:04:38 +0000 At 2pm  today, Tuesday 14th March,  our hosting company successfully upgraded our main server. This involved a short down time of about 20 minutes. The sites should now be quicker during peak times, and you will now be able to better enjoy browsing the site and using our advanced features. Please do feedback to us if you experience any issues... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1163 Mon, 14 Mar 2011 10:39:28 +0000 Today's blog is all about that common problem everyone faces. How do you juggle your dating and social life?   It's a common scenario and happens to us all.  If you don't have a partner you'll probably have experienced this will friends who have met someone. When you were single, it was fun to call up your friends and hang out ... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1168 Sun, 13 Mar 2011 20:35:40 +0000 Dear users, You may have noticed a new link called SmartMatches in our top navigation bar. Using scientific analysis we are now able to offer you recommendations based on your activity and the activity of other users. We can only make these suggestions if you are actually using the site. So click on the profiles you like, and send lots of ... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1145 Mon, 07 Mar 2011 10:42:51 +0000 As the Dating Guru, I love to answer all dating questions. Today I'll be helping with one of the most recent. "Dear James,  I've been seeing someone for a short while now. We've had three dates over the last ten days and things seem to be going really well.  We talk almost every night on the phone and text during the day.  We hold hands o... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1135 Mon, 28 Feb 2011 17:22:43 +0000 There's one thing I can't understand with Online Dating. In fact, I'll go so far as to say it's a pet hate! Yes, this blog is all about something that really really bugs me :  Photos that have people wearing sunglasses. I see this time and time again and we at the Asian Single Solution do our best to reject photos like this.   It's mai... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1126 Wed, 23 Feb 2011 14:02:37 +0000 About 7pm last night, 22nd Feb, our service was interrupted due to a major technical issue. The site has now been restored as at 11am on the 21st February so we have lost about a day of data. We are in the process of manually restoring what we can in terms of memberships and event bookings. Any messages sent since that time are now lost. Plea... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1110 Mon, 21 Feb 2011 11:27:36 +0000 It's always a good time to think about seduction. So in today's blog I'm going to tell you why you need to be romantic through the entire year! The key message is that you need to be romantic every day, not just for Valentine's, Christmas, birthdays etc. It might seem like a cliche, but you still need to do it!   She’ll be expecting th... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1099 Mon, 14 Feb 2011 10:56:34 +0000 We had a fantastic Valentine's party on Saturday We know that many people have already got dates lined up, but did you? If you didn't get any cards yesterday, don't feel miserable about it.  Even if you do have a secret admirers,  they'd probably never dare let you know anyway! It's funny but most people do have at least one person who wi... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1090 Mon, 07 Feb 2011 11:40:54 +0000 When it comes to dating there are many different types of people Each one needs different tactics and I'll be writing about them in future blogs. Today's blog is all about the "Beauty Queen" and is aimed at men.   We all know this particular type. She's the one who looks like she has stepped off the cover a magazine and always has a crow... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1078 Mon, 31 Jan 2011 11:42:35 +0000 You've got a date lined up and you want to get to know each other. So what can you talk about? What shouldn't you talk about? Here are my dating tips to help ensure your date goes smoothly and that you have lots to talk about. 1) Don't interview them.  Yes, you need to ask questions and find out about them but you aren't on a chat show... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=531 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 11:24:25 +0000 I'm often asked when the "optimum" messaging time is for online dating. Should you do in the day when they might be working or at night when they are home? When it comes to internet dating, the peak time tends to be at weekends and in the evening.  That's when people are free to log in and send messages without being watched by their boss... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1071 Wed, 19 Jan 2011 19:01:11 +0000 Paul Ergatoudis from AsianSingleSolution.com was a guest on the Nihal show today. 19th January 2011. The discussion topic was about online dating sites. We appear at approximately 1hr 17 into the show.  Also at approximately 1.34, 1.44 and 1.56. You can listen to the full show Click Here... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1052 Mon, 17 Jan 2011 11:51:18 +0000 You've sent a message but haven't heard back. Should you move on or try again? You know the scenario. You've contacted lots of people you like on the site but haven't heard back from some of them. You don't want to hassle them so most people simply give up at this point.   But I'd strongly advise you to give it another go. Keep in... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1040 Mon, 10 Jan 2011 12:25:01 +0000 Here's a common mistake people often make. It's one you need to avoid so read this blog to see if you've made it too! When people sign up for an online dating site, it can be tempting to cut corners and try to avoid putting any effort in.  So rather than writing proper messages, they'll send out a quick two line message to absolutely anyo... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1035 Wed, 05 Jan 2011 15:59:13 +0000 It's a new year and your chance for a fresh start. So what can you do to guarantee you find love at last? Everyone makes new year's resolutions, which is why January is traditionally the busiest month of the year when it comes to dating. So if you want dating success you have to take your first steps now.  You don't want to be single i... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1013 Mon, 13 Dec 2010 12:55:41 +0000 We've had lots of dating questions after last week's blog. Here are some answers to a few of them. *********************************** Q) Dear James, Should one consider star signs when dating? Or should they be ignored and people should work hard at making things works out? A) Hi H, I think star signs should only be cons... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=1000 Mon, 22 Nov 2010 12:50:52 +0000 James Preece is the The Dating Guru for the Asian Single Solution. Read some of my quick tips here: 1) I met someone at a recent Asian Single Solution singles party and we swapped numbers.  How long should I wait to contact them again? Some people like to wait a few days to give the impression that they are busy.  This is a bad idea as... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=994 Tue, 16 Nov 2010 15:16:54 +0000 Today our new site for British Asian Muslim Professionals launched. www.MuslimSingleSolution.com This will allow us to focus the marketing on getting more good calibre Muslim singles onto the site. This is better for all of our Muslim members. If you are Muslim then this will affect your membership so please note the following. 1. A... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=976 Mon, 15 Nov 2010 12:11:20 +0000 AsianSingleSolution.com and Voodoo Entertainment proudly present The Asian Woman Bachelors Party 2010 Read this blog to find out more. We wanted to let you know about this amazing party that will be in two halves. The dating event starts at 7pm and the after party from 10pm. Dating Event Before the after party, join up to 200 single... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=965 Mon, 08 Nov 2010 12:20:45 +0000 Everyone knows that to get online dating success you need to have a great photo. But what exactly IS a great photo? Use a photo that looks like you, but on a really good day. There's not point uploading a photo that has you with other people in it.  Firstly, it won't be clear which one is actually you.  What if the viewer likes the look ... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=951 Mon, 01 Nov 2010 16:15:27 +0000 As you know we've got a fun "online chat" feature on the site. But are you using it properly? Online chatting can be a great way to get to know people quickly.  You can search to see who it logged on at the same time you are and begin a conversation straight away. You'll be able to talk with users from all over the UK who are looking for ... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=969 Mon, 25 Oct 2010 19:45:44 +0000 We wish you a happy Diwali 2011 From all at The Asian Single Solution... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=939 Mon, 25 Oct 2010 09:41:56 +0000 We're always being told what not to wear, what not to eat and what not to do in life. Just for fun, here's my fun guide to how NOT to succeed at dating. 1)  Write a long checklist of every single feature you want in a partner - and don't even consider dating anyone who doesn't meet at least 99% of these criteria.  Why should you settle? ... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=931 Mon, 18 Oct 2010 10:53:05 +0000 In today's blog I'm going to talk about online dating etiquette. This will apply to everyone, whether you are sending or receiving messages. One of the biggest frustrations with online dating is that you can send a message and while it will be read you won't hear back from them.  So you might end up waiting and waiting to hear back only ... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=921 Wed, 29 Sep 2010 18:00:57 +0000 Has anyone ever asked for you phone number and you really felt uneasy about it? Well there is a simple solution, and its called a 'Personal Number'. Here's how it works. When you apply you get given a new number beginning 07. Its set up so that any calls to that number are automatically re-directed to your mobile number. Hence you can ... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=70 Sun, 26 Sep 2010 10:55:28 +0000 Last week we told you about last impressions, so this week is all about first ones! If you want to make a fantastic first impression, stand out from the crowd, build rapport instantly and impress people then there is one thing you need to do above everything else. .... SMILE! Yes, this is a painfully obvious tip but it's one that many ... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=903 Mon, 20 Sep 2010 12:51:00 +0000 The way you say goodbye is just as important as the way you say hello. We all know we have to work hard to make a fantastic first impression. We smile warmly, shake hands firmly and put lots of effort into showing an interest, saying and doing the right things. But how often do you think about your last impression? This is the final ... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=879 Mon, 13 Sep 2010 11:15:05 +0000 Wayne Rooney, Tiger Woods, Ashley Cole, Peter Crouch, Vernon Kay Why do some many celebrities cheat?.  It's either naked photos by text, saucy emails or full blown affairs.  So what makes famous, talented people with beautiful partners go and risk losing everything they have? But is this just part and parcel of being a celebrity and there... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=872 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 15:36:22 +0000 We have so many lovely members and want you to have fun meeting them. However, every now and again we find someone not playing by the rules. This is true on all dating sites and in every aspect of life, but that doesn't mean we don't take it seriously. We really do have to rely on you, our customers, to let us know when someone isn't b... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=860 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 14:51:07 +0000 We like to think that we are the leading British Asian dating service. Here is why. We have grown over 400% since January 2009, now attracting 30,000 individuals to our website every month, making 90,000 visits. What that means for you is that there has never been a better time to join AsianSingleSolution.com to find your partner. In A... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=837 Wed, 25 Aug 2010 14:00:21 +0000 In today's blog I'm going to look at a common dating topic - the mystery of the Alpha Male So what exactly is an Alpha Male? The term is sometimes used to refer to a man who is powerful or in a high social position In nature, attraction between mates is determined by the survival of the fittest philosophy. The mate that is chosen is t... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=807 Fri, 20 Aug 2010 10:31:49 +0000 Making a Long Distance relationship work The upcoming "Drew Barrymore" film is all about long distance relationships so I wanted to write something about it for you. Sometimes we end up dating people who don't live near us. It's so easy to meet people from all over the world using the internet that that this can be 8 miles or 800 miles.  ... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=783 Mon, 09 Aug 2010 11:47:13 +0000 Being able to tell when someone is lying is a very useful skill, whether it's in dating, business or in your general day to day life. However, it's easy to get it wrong if you don't know how to do it properly.  Of course, everyone tells the odd fib from time to time but these are mostly tiny white lies.   Here are some tips on how to get the... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=810 Mon, 09 Aug 2010 06:30:38 +0000 Our Appeal has now Closed. Thank you to everyone who took party Upgrade to 3 months Premium and we will donate 100% to the Pakistan Flood victims appeal. We have reduced the 3 months Premium, from £30 to £25. We will also give 100% of this payment to the Flood appeal. Its win win. You get to give to this Emergency appeal, and get your upgrad... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=786 Wed, 04 Aug 2010 13:55:55 +0000 As an Asian Muslim, when I got divorced I thought my chance at love was over. However,  I  found love again through Asian Single Solution. Here's my story! ************************** I got married at a young age and was naive at the time, we'd been married for a year but things didn't work out. He eventually left me without a goodbye, ... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=743 Mon, 02 Aug 2010 11:50:23 +0000 In today's blog I answer a member's dating question. Should a guy really pay for everything on a first date? ************************* Dear James, Should a guy pay for dinner and drinks on a first date? I recently had a date with a girl who I met for drinks. It went really well and I took her out to dinner straight after.  I ver... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=730 Mon, 26 Jul 2010 10:45:18 +0000 Do you have a destructive or dysfunctional habit that's stopping you from getting dating success? We take a look the ways some people can sabotage themselves on a date and how they can fix this. First of all,  you need to work out what exactly you are doing wrong.  Then it can be easy enough to put things right. This can usually fall i... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=735 Wed, 21 Jul 2010 12:40:17 +0000 Are you struggling with dating?  Not having the success you want? In today's blog I'm going to motivate you to keep at it! Many people seem to give up far too easily and quickly when it comes to dating.  Perhaps they will join an online dating site, send out some messages and then get disappointed when they don't get many replies.  Or may... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=724 Mon, 19 Jul 2010 11:05:53 +0000 In today's blog I answer another member's dating problem. How do you avoid the dreaded "friends zone"? Dear James, I hope you can help me.  I don't seem to have a problem getting dates but I always seem to end up in the "just a friend" category after.  We'll have a good time and I'll be looking forward to seeing them again, only to be ... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=712 Mon, 12 Jul 2010 13:22:13 +0000 You might think that if you send out enough messages, with your personal contact info, you will get results. Wrong. For many reasons we advise against this. Here are the top 5 reasons why it doesn't work. 1. Speaking to someone you know is hard enough, so why would anyone call a total stranger without even a cursory online chat first? Men ... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=704 Thu, 08 Jul 2010 12:10:31 +0000 So you've been together a while and you want to settle down.  You'd love to get married but how long should wait to propose? Wedding Ideas magazine recently ran a study to find out exactly how long people leave it to get engaged. The results were very interesting. They showed that most couples will get engaged within two years of their fi... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=697 Tue, 06 Jul 2010 12:52:32 +0000 It's time to get a bit spooky now. There's a strange dating phonemenon that you'll come across quite a bit. You'll go out on a date or two and everything will be going well.   Then suddenly the emails, texts and phone calls stop. They have completely vanished, never to be seen again.  You try your best to contact them but you don't eve... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=692 Thu, 01 Jul 2010 12:09:43 +0000 Some people struggle to put together a half decent online dating profile. So today I'm going to make it easy for you! There is a simple "Four Step" Formula that you just need to follow.  I'm going to break it down into very small steps: Step One:  Introduction First things first - who are you and what are you doing on the site?   This... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=685 Mon, 28 Jun 2010 16:33:40 +0000 Summer is here and the sun is shining.  It's the best time of year for dating so you need to make the most of it - it won't last long! Here are some great date ideas we know you'll love: 1)Take a trip to the seaside.   If you have an Oyster Card then you can get return train tickets for an amazing £5 return until the end of July!  You can... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=677 Tue, 22 Jun 2010 10:50:22 +0000 Here's a new dating question for the Dating Guru: Dear James, I have been dating this guy, J, for only a few days. He has an ex girlfriend that still harasses him constantly for his attention and for sex I am at a disadvantage because I have asked him to wait before we sleep together and he does not like or respect the idea I don't r... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=670 Thu, 17 Jun 2010 12:12:47 +0000 Here's a dating problem answered. Dear James, I've  been seeing a lovely guy for a few weeks now.  We get on great and things are going well...but he's just a bit too keen!   He texts me several times a day and gets upset if we don't speak every evening.  I do really like him but I can't breathe!   What should I do? Nisha **********... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=665 Wed, 16 Jun 2010 16:04:25 +0000 Here's another dating tip from our "Perfect Fashion Show" Blog competition : Money and looks always attractive but poise and authority more so; 'The persona of chivalry' He/ she has: An air of sociability and hospitality Unrushed , calm and always has time In control of life and never stressed Naturally charming to everyone Rar... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=659 Wed, 16 Jun 2010 10:36:00 +0000 Here's a funny entry for our Perfect Fashion Blog Competition - ends this afternoon! As many of us asian females are aware, many of our asian males do have requirements (yes, and these can stretch to a list lol). One such requirement is the traditional long lustrous hair which Bollywood Belles used to don with such grace (reality snippet : t... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=652 Tue, 15 Jun 2010 15:52:40 +0000 Eating out is one of the most common dating activities. However, it can come with it's own problems. What do you do if you are a vegetarian or have some other dietary requirement? If you've made a major lifestyle choice to be a vegan or vegetarian then you'd be better off stating this before you go on a date. By being open from the start yo... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=628 Thu, 10 Jun 2010 11:25:42 +0000 Here's a"guest" blog from "R" - for our wonderful "Perfect Fashion Show" Competition. If I had a pound for every time someone asked me why I was still single, I would be cruising around the Med in a luxury yacht with my harem of male Dolce and Gabbana models, most probably not giving a damn about my single status. I agree on paper, it doe... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=623 Wed, 09 Jun 2010 13:45:15 +0000 Here is a "dating question" for our new "blog competition" Dear Dating Guru, When Dating, are Silent moments good or bad? N ******************************************************************************************************* Dear N, Dating is all about getting to know each other, building a connection, then attraction and b... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=606 Mon, 07 Jun 2010 13:35:48 +0000 We have an amazing competition for you that we are only running for the next few days. The Asian Single Solution is sponsoring the Perfect Asian Fashion Show on Sat 19th June. We'll be hosting a table at the event and have two pairs of PLATINUM VIP tickets worth £250 up for grabs. The event will take place the Millennium Mayfair Hotel ... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=600 Fri, 04 Jun 2010 11:06:51 +0000 There comes a time in the happiest of relationships when you won't see eye to eye. This is quite normal behaviour.  After all, if you agreed on everything life would be very dull. However, disagreements can quickly become arguments which can escalate to major rows.  It's important you learn to keep things on the first level so you don't all... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=589 Wed, 02 Jun 2010 15:47:40 +0000 Struggling to find time for dating ? You aren't alone. People often tell me that they find it hard to make time for online  dating in their busy lives.  They work all day and are too tired in the evenings to do anything proactive. I agree that online dating can often be time consuming.  It takes a while to search for people you like th... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=581 Wed, 02 Jun 2010 12:35:22 +0000 In today's blog I'm going to be looking at the subject of jealousy in relationships and how you can avoid it. Jealousy can be a funny thing.  It can creep up when you least expect it and small worries can quickly become big problems if not dealt with. The theory is that jealousy is an evolutionary process that protects us when there is a ... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=575 Tue, 01 Jun 2010 11:21:09 +0000 Compliments are a strong currency when it comes to flirting and getting to know someone. But it's so easy to get it wrong! You know what it's like to get a compliment.  You might be flattered but you will often be suspicious too.  Perhaps you’ll think they are being insincere or trying to get round you in some way.  The same goes for when yo... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=566 Thu, 27 May 2010 16:17:50 +0000 I'm purposely making this blog a little controversial - in the hope that some of you will add your own thoughts! So today's blog is all about a common subject of discussion....height. Why do so many women complain that there aren't enough tall men?  Do shorter men suffer when it comes to getting dates? There does seem to be a link betw... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=549 Tue, 18 May 2010 15:57:39 +0000 I got asked an interesting question today that I'm going to discuss here with you. When you first meet someone, is it OK to kiss them on the cheek or should you just shake their hand? My advice would be to keep in mind it's a date - so a quick peck on the cheek is perfectly acceptable. Start with a big smile and keep it to the one chee... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=543 Tue, 18 May 2010 12:09:21 +0000 How many people do you meet each day?  One ?  Ten ?    The reality is that you could be missing out on meeting hundreds! Whenever you go out you have the opportunity to talk to other singles - whether it's on your way to work, your lunch break or just waling down the street. Here are some opportunities you might be missing with some tips ... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=533 Mon, 17 May 2010 16:11:28 +0000 We know that we can't please everyone, but we definitely take on board everything our guests say. So we'd like to hear your thoughts about DJs and our big Saturday parties. We hear two common things at the events: a) Why isn't there a DJ?  I want to dance! OR b) The DJ is too loud, I want to talk to people! So what do you think ... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=526 Sat, 15 May 2010 21:20:37 +0000 update - as of 18th May we have temporarily removed the chat feature as it is slowing the site down. Please bear with us. ______________________________________ After many requests our live chat feature went live on Friday. This is a beta version, which means that it's still under development - its almost impossible for us to test until it... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=521 Thu, 13 May 2010 15:53:11 +0000 Any party or event is an amazing opportunity to meet new people but I know it can often seem a bit scary. Some people find it really hard to do this so I'm going to give you some great tips to help. Guests worry they will left on their own or even worse, they will get stuck chatting with the same group of people all night. This doesn't... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=510 Tue, 11 May 2010 15:43:44 +0000 We tend to get the same questions every day so here are some of our answers to the most popular ones. 1) Why isn't anyone sending me messages? We get asked this question a LOT.   You need to contact people, not the other way around! Not proactively sending 5 to 10 new messages per week is like joining a gym and not going - Even members... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=490 Thu, 06 May 2010 16:33:28 +0000 While the UK is gripped with Election Fever, we thought it might be fun to think what we'd do if we ran the country. Here, for your entertainment, is the Single Solution Party Manifesto: "A country is at its best when the bonds between people are strong and when we love each other. Today the challenges facing Singles in Britain are imme... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=475 Thu, 06 May 2010 12:47:05 +0000 Some people can get nervous when it comes to talking to a potential date on the telephone.  Instead, they'd rather just text or email until the first date.  However, it's really nothing to be scared of and the telephone can be used to your advantage if you know how! 1) The telephone forces you to lose one of your most power senses - eye cont... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=472 Thu, 29 Apr 2010 17:43:04 +0000 On 29th April 2010, our website received a major hardware update as we moved the website onto a new server. This unfortunately required a few hours of down time.  If you tried to use the site during this time, we apologise for any inconvenience. Hopefully you will see some improvement in the speed of the website. This will also enable us to a... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=469 Thu, 29 Apr 2010 13:17:22 +0000 Here's a quick little secret if you want to accelerate intimacy with a stranger. When you are talking, use the word "We" every now and again. For example, you could say something along the lines of "What lovely weather we are having right now," or "We ought to move away from that draft," By doing this you'll confuse their subconscious ... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=456 Tue, 27 Apr 2010 11:09:11 +0000 We are delighted to announce that Asiansinglesolution.com is now working in association with Asian Woman Magazine. As part of this new partnership we will be sponsoring the AsianWoman Bachelor Hunt 2010 Asian Woman Magazine boasts a readership of over 100,000 per issue, making it the biggest Asian publication in the world. The Asian W... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=446 Tue, 20 Apr 2010 15:06:06 +0000 We recently ran a survey on the Asian Single Solution website which asked the question: "Do you message people first or wait for them to contact you?" The results surprised us: I contact them first -  55% I wait for them to email me  -  45% We've noticed that there that a few very proactive users on the website who contact a lot of... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=439 Tue, 20 Apr 2010 10:22:31 +0000 We had our big Hindu & Sikh party last Saturday and we are pleased to say it was a huge success. The event took place at one of our most popular venues - The Abbey in Victoria - and sold out with over 210 guests. We had optional speed dating, ice breaking activities and the return of DJ Titch later in the evening which got everyone da... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=422 Tue, 13 Apr 2010 11:15:02 +0000 Here are some very interesting dating facts you might enjoy. Did you know: 1) In the Uk, over 15 million people are estimated to be single. 2) Just over half of them are actively looking for a long term relationship. 3) 75% of these people have not had a relationship for over 18 months. 4) The average number of dates each of them... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=419 Wed, 07 Apr 2010 12:53:26 +0000 ******************************************************************************************************************* Hi James I hope you are well? - I am looking for some advice I am 37, divorced, and have a 5 year old son. I had an arranged/ introduced marriage. The conclusion of this, was that I married the wrong girl, but the great thi... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=416 Wed, 07 Apr 2010 10:54:32 +0000 I often get messages asking where emails have disappeared to on the site. Well, in order to keep things running smoothly, messages are automatically deleted after 60 days. However, if the other person deletes the message, or deletes their profile, the the message will also disappear from your inbox/sent. It's worth noting that messages i... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=390 Tue, 30 Mar 2010 12:33:17 +0000 I'm the UK's top Dating Guru,  and people always tell me their biggest dating turn offs.  These can be tiny things, but some come up over and over again.  It's time for you to read and learn in case you are making the same mistakes! 1) Bad Body Odour andpersonal hygiene. This usually tops most people's list of turn offs. It goes without s... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=382 Mon, 29 Mar 2010 16:34:23 +0000 If you've been wondering why you aren't doing well at the dating game, could it be that you are one of these 5 types of women that men avoid? 1) The Gold Digger She's just out for your money and you both know it. She needs a man to pay for everything and take her to nice places, just so it boosts her ego and makes her feel good. She never ... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=378 Tue, 23 Mar 2010 17:39:52 +0000 We all know that a good headline will get your better dating results.  We've put together a list of the ten best openers we've heard so you can get an idea of what to write yourself. 1) Is this Ebay?  I'm up for auction - highest bidders only! 2) New girl on the block needs a tour guide 3) Can I ask you for directions? 4) Fabulous p... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=369 Tue, 23 Mar 2010 13:59:25 +0000 In today's blog I'm going to be writing about our Premium Plus Membership to make sure you are taking full advantage of it. There are two options that you get when you decide to upgrade on our site. The first is Premium Membership, which means you can contact anyone you wish, read messages and get huge discounts off most of our events. ... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=339 Wed, 17 Mar 2010 17:35:00 +0000 Here's a selection of our recent feedbacks.  We'll be regularly updating this blog page so you can see the fantastic success rates our customers have: June 2010 "Hi Paul / James and team I think your site is great, helpful and easy to use. I have found my match after so long and thank you all so much for making this happen!" MN "Honestly... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=335 Wed, 17 Mar 2010 12:36:28 +0000 We often hear the myth about how the online dating world is full of liars, each trying to make themselves sound better than then really are.  However, this certainly isn't the case at all. According to a new survey by Kansas university, researchers have found that most people are honest, especially the confident ones. The study also show... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=333 Tue, 16 Mar 2010 13:12:51 +0000 Here's an interesting thing that we've noticed.  Its seems that some people get lots of interest and get lots of emails......only to never reply to them! What we'd really like you to do is at least reply to more of these people, even if its to say "thanks but no thanks." It's just plain old courtesy.  To make this easy for you we even  h... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=331 Wed, 10 Mar 2010 12:50:37 +0000 There's a well known saying that you'll find love when you stop trying and don't expect it.   People say that if you just forget about finding someone then they'll find you anyway. So should you stop looking? My advice is absolutely not!  While I do believe it's true to a certain extent, it's also a fantastic excuse to do refuse responsib... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=326 Tue, 09 Mar 2010 12:27:40 +0000 This week's blog is all about something I know a lot of people find hard.  Every day you see lots of interesting people that you'd love to start a conversation with.  You imagine what it might be like to get to know them. Perhaps it might lead to a new friendship or possibly more.  But how exactly do you approach them without coming across as a nut... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=321 Tue, 09 Mar 2010 11:22:19 +0000 Hi! Let me introduce myself......I’m Louise Gillespie-Smith and I have been a personal stylist for just over 6 years, my company is called Create Yourself. The main thing I love about my job is helping people accept themselves for who they are and to really make the most of themselves through how they dress, plus of course I really love the shoppin... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=317 Tue, 02 Mar 2010 17:32:24 +0000 Sometimes we need every little bit of help we can possibly get when it comes to dating.  This can mean seeking advice from every possible source, no matter how weird or wacky it can be.   For example, there are many people who do believe in star signs. We once had a lady who rang up and asked how many "Librans" we had on the database.  She'd only c... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=314 Tue, 02 Mar 2010 13:13:44 +0000 In today's blog I'm going to be focussing on some of the very worst things you can put in your profile.  These are genuine comments that we see each and every day, over and over.  I'll tell you what they are and explain quickly why writing them can be a VERY bad idea: 1)"Timewasters need not apply"    You aren't inviting people to view a car... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=310 Thu, 25 Feb 2010 13:32:24 +0000 I've had a lot of emails about my blog post on the top things never to say on a first date.   A lot of people have told me about other very strange things people have said to them but there's one thing that crops up scarily often.   I've heard this so many times that I wanted to share it with you.  If it's happened to you too then let me know! I... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=305 Wed, 24 Feb 2010 11:23:15 +0000 We get success stories every single day, but thought we'd share this one with you: "I have tried various methods in the past to meet my future partner, such as speed dating and other matrimonial websites, but unfortunately was not happy with the quality of people and the service provided. I was recommended your site by a friend of mine so I  ... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=286 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:23:18 +0000 Everyone knows that gyms can be great places to meet other singles.  They can attract, healthy, sociable people who care about how they look and you've already got something in common. But things just aren't that easy!  For starters, most people are plugged into their Ipods which makes conversation almost impossible. However, if you know the sec... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=281 Mon, 22 Feb 2010 17:47:02 +0000 We've put together a list of the ten things you should never talk about on a date; 1) You remind me of my Dad/ Mum 2) My psychic told me we’re going get married 3) Can I borrow some money? 4) I really don't like this restaurant that much, but I wanted to use this 2-for-1 coupon before it expired 5) I used to come here all the time with my ex... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=270 Tue, 16 Feb 2010 16:18:44 +0000 With the popularity of online social websites such as Facebook, Myspace and Twitter, flirting can take on a whole new dimension.  They offer exciting new opportunities to meet new partners and chat up new love interests. I'm going to write an article soon about how to flirt and meet new people via these avenues, but for now I'm going to talk about ... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=267 Mon, 15 Feb 2010 17:11:34 +0000 Once again we had our biggest and best parties of the year for Valentine's day. We had two Hindu & Sikh parties-  the London one at the Abbey and the Birmingham party at the Pitcher and Piano. At The Abbey we had a complete sell out with over 220 guests.  The icebreaker got everyone mingling and the evening was soon in full swing. Late... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=265 Tue, 09 Feb 2010 17:02:45 +0000 Here's an amazing story thats was so funny and strange we wanted to share it with you. Apparently a man called Darren in Winnipeg, Canada, was dumped this week after his girlfriend found saucy texts on his phone. The messages were things like " Booty Call," "Where U at" and "be there soon."   Not surprisingly, his girlfriend was furious to find ... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=260 Mon, 08 Feb 2010 16:25:22 +0000 As the 14th February approaches, many people's thoughts turn to Valentine's Day.   For some, it's day to enjoy with a partner, but for many singles it can be quite a depressing time!  In fact, some people refer to Valentine's as Singles Awareness Day...aka SAD. But it really doesn't need to be that way.  In fact, it can be the best day of th... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=254 Thu, 04 Feb 2010 10:07:33 +0000 We are often asked to run older events, e.g. 30s and 40s. Whilst this is our most popular age group for SingleSolution.com we just dont seem to get many British Asian men over 40. It struck me last night why this is, and it seems obvious. According to wikipedia the flow of Indian immigrants peaked between 1965 and 1972, So by deduction... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=251 Tue, 02 Feb 2010 17:34:31 +0000 As dating experts, we've heard every pickup line in the book.  Here are a selection of the very worst! 1)  Can I buy you a drink so I look better? 2) Are you related to Jean-Claude Van Damme? Because Jean-Claude Van Damme you're sexy! 3) I'd marry your cat to get in the family. 4) Can I borrow your library card? I want to check you out.... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=241 Tue, 02 Feb 2010 14:19:35 +0000 Ok, so you went on a first date and are wondering what to do now. When should contact them? What do you say? The trouble with first dates is that you never know what the other person is thinking.  You might think it was amazing but they just weren't feeling it.  In fact, they are probably also wondering what to do next. Firstly, always tha... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=237 Tue, 02 Feb 2010 13:01:20 +0000 There has been a lot of press recently about how people should "settle" if they want to have any hope of getting married. So should you make do even if you aren't completely convinced? My advice is always to give someone a chance if you feel any sort of connection at all.  The longer you spend with someone then the more you will start to bon... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=233 Thu, 28 Jan 2010 12:29:02 +0000 " Dear James, I’m a divorced 34 year old Asian single mother.  I have a Masters Degree, a job that I love and own two houses. I have reached a time in my life where I would like to start dating and maybe get married again one day. So far, I have had a hard time meeting mature men my own age. My friends assure me that I'm a great catch - beautifu... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=226 Tue, 26 Jan 2010 14:15:30 +0000 With this freezing weather, lack of money and , it can be easy to see why this can be the most depressing time of the year! If you aren't in a fantastic mood, this can play havoc with your dating life . Here are my five top tips to feel happier - instantly! 1) Appreciate what you have. If you take a while to reflect, you'll soon realise y... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=222 Tue, 26 Jan 2010 12:05:15 +0000 We've had lots of great feedback about our Hindu & Sikh party that we ran on Saturday 23rd January 2010. This event took place at one of our favourite and most popular venues - The Cuban Bar in Moorgate.  The Cuban is in a great location in the heart of the City of London and is right next to the station so easy to get to. We ran speed da... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=219 Fri, 22 Jan 2010 11:25:08 +0000 I'm very excited to tell you all that I'm featured as the guest "Agony Uncle" for the current issue of Scarlet Magazine. For this article, I joined resident experts Pam Spurr and Flic Everett to help with reader's dating problems. Scarlet is available from all good newsagents including WHSmith. If you have any dating dilemmas or need a... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=216 Wed, 20 Jan 2010 13:57:02 +0000 It's amazing how many people still believe outdated misconceptions about online dating. They use these excuses as reasons not to give it a go and therefore hinder their chances of meeting some lovely people. Here are some common myths that I'm going to bust for you now: 1) Isn't Online Dating just full of losers and weirdos? Over 50% of... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=208 Wed, 13 Jan 2010 12:12:19 +0000 Just because it’s snowing doesn’t mean you can’t keep dating.  There are many things you can do outside that will help make an entertaining and unforgettable date.  Not only with they get your adrenalin going and raise your temperature but they won’t cost you much either. I’ve put together a few ideas for some brilliant dates in the snow. Just reme... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=204 Tue, 22 Dec 2009 14:03:28 +0000 A newspaper advert for the TV show "Dating in the Dark" has been banned after it suggested that ginger haired people were unattractive. The advert featured the slogan, "How do you spot a ginger in the dark?" The show worked by getting singletons to have several dates together in complete darkness so they had no idea what each the other looked lik... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=191 Mon, 30 Nov 2009 17:06:01 +0000 We have run hundreds of singles events but it’s a very hard thing to do and it’s a unique skill.  However, sometimes people think it’s easy to run a singles events company.. Just get a venue, round up some guests, charge them to come and you'll be rich in no time. But the reality is it's just not that simple. We see new singles events companies com... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=183 Tue, 17 Nov 2009 15:03:13 +0000 Based on an unrepresentative sample size of one, i.e. us, here are our top ideas for your first date. There are 10 fantastic ideas, ignoring the most obvious "meeting for a drink or dinner". None are very expensive but all are likely to get your date relaxed and they will reveal more about themselves. 1. If you both enjoy art, visit an art mu... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=174 Wed, 11 Nov 2009 16:38:00 +0000 Meeting a British Muslim Partner The Muslim culture is rife with longstanding and ancient traditions including Muslim Dating etiquette. Meeting a potential mate and marrying them is no exception! For centuries, Muslim singles  were introduced mainly through family connections. Arranged marriages where the bride and groom did not even meet each o... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=162 Wed, 11 Nov 2009 14:41:53 +0000 Sikhs are diligent in their spirituality and loyalty to God. The compassion Sikhs demonstrate in their worship is directly related to their love lives. Sikh teens are becoming more and more frivolous in terms of dating and romance, but still adhere to the most respected rules of Sikhism if they choose to remain active in their faith. Romantic relat... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=158 Wed, 11 Nov 2009 14:15:08 +0000 Historically, Hindu singles met in Hindu society through introductions from their parents or other family members. In most cases, by the time the couple met up, there were already matrimonial negotiations going on between the parents! Hindu singles who have grown up in the UK, take a more modern approach, and may reject the old ways. They may fi... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=146 Mon, 19 Oct 2009 16:47:59 +0000 I've noticed something odd at some of our parties that I wanted to share with you. Guests often turn up with coats, hats, scarves etc which is quite normal considering the unreliable British weather. Most will put these in the cloakroom so they can relax and enjoy the evening. We always make sure that a cloakroom is available for this very reason... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=137 Mon, 05 Oct 2009 11:18:56 +0000 We have added three new ways for you to mix up your search results. Searches have always been ordered by last logged in, which is a logical method. This means the users who are most active will always be at the top. The obvious issue is that with thousands of people logging in regularly, profiles can very quickly slip down the results. Go on ho... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=133 Fri, 02 Oct 2009 16:36:25 +0000 We were sent this hilarious email that was supposedly send by a disgruntled guy after a date which we thought you might find amusing. Apparently this sort of thing does really happen! If you have a funnier email we'd love to read it! James Dating Coach www.asiansinglesolution.com Subject: Invoice 6/12/04 Date: Sat, 12 Jun 2009 17:15:5... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=129 Thu, 24 Sep 2009 16:11:54 +0000 Sometimes you might date someone who feels that you are too good for them. This can be down to insecurity or low self esteem. They'll be paranoid and possessive which will cause you both problems. Here are some tips to help reassure him : 1) Surprise him every now and again. Send him a love letter or cook him a suprise meal. This will show ... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=113 Mon, 14 Sep 2009 15:56:26 +0000 A big thank you to everyone that came to help us celebrate at our two big 7th Birthday parties last Saturday. Our 30s to mid 40s party took place at Digress City with optional ceroc dancing and our Asian party was at The Cuban Bar. We've had some great feedback about both events so we hope you all have lots of fab dates lined up from it. ... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=109 Mon, 24 Aug 2009 18:37:40 +0000 In the current time poor society, is there a place for casual dating? With the massive influx and growth of casual dating sites such as www.datinginsecret.com temptation is certainly out there. [caption id="attachment_156" align="alignleft" width="243" caption="Girl undressing"][/caption] So where have these sites come from? Online dating has... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=106 Thu, 20 Aug 2009 15:46:49 +0000 Not every relationship is going to work out and it can be really hard when you split up. Here are some top tips to help you cope: 1) Surround yourself with people who care about you. A break up can be like a bereavement so you need to with friends and family through the difficult time. They will make sure you keep eating and stay healthy. 2)... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=103 Tue, 18 Aug 2009 16:10:55 +0000 I noticed a very interesting thing at a recent singles party I was working at. The party was in full swing, but one man arrived late. He darted into the room, stood by the stairs, with his head hanging low and his eyes fixed on the floor. He had a very pained expression on his face, that made him look like he was gurning while being attracted ... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=98 Wed, 12 Aug 2009 16:01:12 +0000 There's one dating question I often get asked that I'm going to discuss here. When you start seeing a potential partner, is it better to pursue them or play hard to get? Time and again, people are advised to play it cool and make any potential love do all chasing. They'll wait for them to call or text first, or keep them waiting. But stu... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=88 Tue, 11 Aug 2009 11:27:35 +0000 The Single Solution were proud to sponsor the recenty party for "Loose Women's" Jackie Brambles. During the party James and Paul chatted to actress Pooja Shah (Eastenders, Bend it Like Beckham) who turned out to be a fan of Asian Single Solution! "I have always thought of myself as a confident and independent woman, enjoying several happy and... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=84 Wed, 05 Aug 2009 12:26:58 +0000 The Single Solution were very proud to sponsor the send-off for "Loose Women's" Jackie Brambles at Zebrano Bar last Monday, 3rd August. After a successful 3 year stint on the popular and award-winning daytime programme Jackie is moving on to new projects. We had an amazing party, with a huge celebrity turnout including Lulu, Zoe Salmon, P... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=81 Wed, 05 Aug 2009 12:14:40 +0000 The Asian Single Solution Love Bus made it's triumphant return to the streets of London on Thursday 23rd July. Following on from successful trip in February , our new improved "open top" London Love Bus spent the day travelling around the City and the West End, letting everyone know about our amazing singles parties and online dating. To make... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=77 Mon, 03 Aug 2009 15:10:26 +0000 Sometimes people stay friends with their exes, but this can make it hard for a new couple. Here are some tips if you are worried about how to handle them: 1) Communicate. If their ex is getting in the way then you need to talk things through before problems build up. Find out what went wrong and what caused them to break up. Make sure there ... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=74 Tue, 21 Jul 2009 16:58:56 +0000 I quite often get emails from members saying they are disappointed that they've not had many emails on the site. The funny thing is, when I investigate I usually notice that these people haven't sent any messages out themselves! To be successful with online dating, you need to take action and not just sit back and wait for things to happen. ... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=73 Fri, 26 Jun 2009 12:16:52 +0000 After seven years in the business we finally realised that the best way to convey to new visitors, just how much fun our events are, is with video. Our online dating site is amazing too, a video about that is coming soon. A short film about a recent AsianSingleSolution.com event at the Abbey Bar Another film where we chat to real guest... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=72 Tue, 23 Jun 2009 16:54:56 +0000 We like to think of our Premium Membership scheme as a special, VIP club.   By paying us each month for our Online Dating services, our Premium Members also get massive discounts off all events.    This isn't just for them, but for their friends too.  That means that the savings can work out much more than the actualy cost of membership.  Great val... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=71 Wed, 10 Jun 2009 15:25:38 +0000 Imagine if you clicked this blog and all you read was "I'll come back to this later."     How would you feel? Perhaps disappointed and ever so slightly cheated. It never ceases to amaze us how often people don't bother filling in their profile properly.  A lot of people will write things such as "I'll tell you Later," "Ask Me for more Info" or ... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=69 Thu, 04 Jun 2009 10:52:25 +0000 It’s often said that imitation is the sincerest form of flattery.   Well, it seems that a week doesn’t go by without yet another company trying to copy what we do. Many companies come and go, trying to emulate our successful formula and running second rate events.  They try and use the venues we work so hard to find, attempt to poach our cus... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=58 Wed, 03 Jun 2009 16:32:21 +0000 Thank you to everyone that came to our Hindu & Sikh "Bhangra" Singles party at the Cuban Bar. We had over 150 guests who took part. For this party, we had DJ Precious who really made sure he got everyone dancing once the speed dating had finished. We're delighted to say that he'll be back at some of our upcoming parties so do watch the we... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=57 Wed, 20 May 2009 12:36:59 +0000 The latest Celebrity Dating talk this week has all been about Peter Andre and Katie Price aka Jordan. They split this week after over three years of marriage, allegedly due to Katie’s partying. Only time will tell if this is for real or just a publicity stunt but the latest news is that Pete has a surprise waiting for him when he returns from C... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=56 Thu, 14 May 2009 12:42:23 +0000 We were very amused to read about a new bra that’s been promoted in Japan called the “Wedding Bra” This amazing bra is aimed at single women looking for a husband. There is a large digital countdown timer on the front and small slot just below it. Apparently, the wearer sets the time to show the date they want to get married and it will then ti... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=55 Wed, 29 Apr 2009 14:43:26 +0000 We've often had requests to get a great DJ in for our Asian parties.  A good DJ means gives the parties a new focus as our guests can dance once the formal activities ( speed dating etc) are finished.  So we went looking for the best Asian DJ out there and we were delighted to find the legendary DJ Precious. Parmjit Singh Bhamra’s (aka DJ PR... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=54 Wed, 08 Apr 2009 12:16:48 +0000 Kylie Minogue's has apparently moved Spanish boyfriend Andres Velencoso into her Chelsea home. The 31-year-old model was thought to be considering making London his full-time home in January after stating he didn't enjoy long-distance relationships. A friend has told The Mail On Sunday: "Andres and Kylie are going strong and when Andres is over i... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=53 Wed, 08 Apr 2009 12:16:10 +0000 Noel Fielding has laughed off suggestions that he and Pixie Geldof are dating. The Mighty Boosh star was supposedly spotted kissing the 19-year-old on a night out in London last week. However, Fielding, 35, insisted that they are "just friends", adding: "It's just these things are... like fairytales, aren't they? "We're just friends that's all, ... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=52 Wed, 08 Apr 2009 12:15:30 +0000 Lindsay Lohan has revealed that she is "taking a brief break" from her romance with Samantha Ronson. Speaking to E! News, the Mean Girls actress confirmed speculation that the couple have decided to part ways amid rumours that Ronson had been caught cheating. "We are taking a brief break so I can focus on myself," said 22 year old Lohan. It was ... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=51 Tue, 31 Mar 2009 17:04:29 +0000 We always recommend that you think up lots of great questions that you ask people to keep conversation flowing. There is nothing worse that an awkward silence when you are first getting to know someone. Make sure you don’t ask open ended questions as you’ll only get “yes or no” answers which can kill your conversation stone dead! To get you ... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=50 Tue, 31 Mar 2009 16:08:22 +0000 We've put together some useful tips on having a great date that we thought you might find useful: 1) Be kind and considerate. Observe good manners and treat your date as you’d wish to be treated yourself. 2) Be generous. For the best outcome, men should always offer to pay but women should not take advantage of this ... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=49 Tue, 17 Mar 2009 13:56:20 +0000 The Asian Single Solution had it's first ever Birmingham Saturday party on 14th March. We ran this in response to many requests for a party in this Area, following the huge successes of our London parties. By all accounts the party was great fun and well attended. We've heard of a few success stories already so we're very pleased about that. ... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=48 Thu, 12 Mar 2009 14:28:41 +0000   Many women believe that they should wait for men to message them on dating sites. They might have the old fashioned view that it's up to men to message them first or are worried about appearing to be forward. So they wait and wait and wonder why they never seem to get messages from men they are interested in.     Men and women approach online ... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=47 Thu, 05 Mar 2009 16:13:13 +0000 Many people do bring their friends along to the events, but plenty of people do come on their own. Remember that we have hosts at the events who will make sure you are introduced to the other guests and not left on your own. If you are a bit nervous then do ask them for help as they might not be aware of this. If you do come with friends, ... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=46 Wed, 04 Mar 2009 17:39:10 +0000 We don't issue printed tickets. Instead, when you book up you will get an email confirmation from us. Please print this off if you've not been before and bring it with you. You just need to quote your "nickname" on the door when you arrive. If you have booked for friends please make sure that they know the nicknames you signed them up with. T... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=45 Wed, 04 Mar 2009 17:22:42 +0000 We always ask guests to dress to impress at our events. By this we suggest that you wear a nice shirt or dress and don't wear blue jeans or trainers. Our parties are aimed at professionals so we have been trying to be stricter on dress codes. It's worth noticing that the men who wear suits and the women who dress up are the ones who have the b... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=41 Wed, 04 Mar 2009 17:06:28 +0000 Please remember that there is a standing charge of 5 credits per month. Its pretty nominal, eg if you purchased 100 credits at £20 it would take nearly 2 years to erode! The charge is really to encourage people to use them up and to stop the free credits lasting forever. If you've only bought 10 credits (our trial) then we expect you will use... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=44 Wed, 04 Mar 2009 17:05:43 +0000 If you have having problems logging in, firstly make sure you are entering the correct password. If you've forgotten you can request a new one using the "password reminder" option. If that still doesn't work, try these in order: 1. Please click on page refresh before logging in. 2. Try another page to log in from eg http://www.singles... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=42 Wed, 04 Mar 2009 12:43:52 +0000 It is frustrating that women’s prices often seem higher than the men’s prices. However, please remember to factor in the timing. We always have cheaper female tickets too, but they tend to sell out more quickly. The average price for male tickets often works out the same or even higher than the women, because most men book nearer the event when ... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=40 Fri, 27 Feb 2009 15:25:29 +0000   We were fascinated to hear about a recent study that was carried out by GMTV. Apparently 79.2% of us would prefer a good night's sleep to sex. They also found that seven out of 10 people have trouble sleeping. In fact, only 12% of the 8,500 people who took part thought they were getting enough sleep.  People are working longer and longer ho... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=39 Mon, 23 Feb 2009 14:35:35 +0000 How much thought do you put into your online dating profile?   What do you think you’d have to write about to get the best results?     Studies show that men tend to look for someone they find physically attractive, sporty and understanding while women want someone understanding, funny and in touch with their emotions.   The big question, is d... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=38 Thu, 05 Feb 2009 12:18:32 +0000   Pick up a newspaper read the front page and be utterly depressed. The same can be said for watching the news. These are challenging and quite harsh times. So how can we pick ourselves up, dust ourselves off and get a spring in our step?   The following should help.   1)     Be thankful for what you have It’s very easy to moan about the... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=37 Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:35:52 +0000 It was reported in the press this week that scientists are on the verge of producing a genuine love potion. Apparently they close to creating drugs that would simulate the effects of falling in love.  These could be used to alter the brain's emotion-controlling areas to increase or decrease feelings of attraction. It's not the first time that th... http://www.asiansinglesolution.com/blog/?p=35 Wed, 17 Dec 2008 15:29:26 +0000 New Asian Website We are pleased to announce that our new Asian site www.asiansinglesolution.com is now live. You can choose which site you wish to be on, or use both if you wish. Terms and Conditions are the same for both sites, and both are trading names for Go Dating Ltd Your Profile Your profile has been copied over to the n...