1. Eye contact

Eye contact says a lot. At first they may be nervous or shy and eye contact might be limited. However, you will know if they feels comfortable with you when eye contact is made more often. All of sudden, the girl who couldn’t look you in the eyes in the beginning is now waiting for you to make eye contact with her.

2. Appearance/make up

You can tell if they are trying to impress you. You will get the feeling the moment you guys meet up. All of a sudden, you will get the urge to tell them how beautiful or handsome they look, and constant compliments will arise in your head. Girls can finally breath once they get complimented because that is when they realized they have truly dressed to impress.

3. Body language

No matter what date you guys go on, keep an eye on her body language. Any girl, or guy, can dress up in their favorite outfit and impress their date. But that doesn't mean they actually want to be there. Keep an eye on their facial expressions and hands. If they keep looking around at the place then they looks interested, then you can tell that they want to be there. If her hands are under her legs, then she is either hiding her nails because they aren’t done, or she is uncomfortable. Also keep in mind to never bring a girl to a crowded area on your first date. You are the one trying to make an impression, and if you want more dates in the future, then I suggest a less crowded area.

4. Starting conversations

Do not talk too much because then you become annoying. Before going on this date you have to know little things about them. Bring those things up while at dinner. Keep them intrigued and never bored. The point of a date is to get away from the negativity and live the movement with your date. At that point, it is about you and them. Which leads me to my next point….

5. Phones!!

Do they keep checking their phone? Is the phone making them laugh more than you are? Well I am sorry, but you lost their interest. They are no longer paying attention to you because the phone already took their attention. A good idea is to put your phone on silent. The day is about you and your date. Not including third parties.

6. Bringing up past relationships

History repeats itself right? Well that isn’t necessarily a good thing in this case. If they keep finding ways to bring up their past relationships, then chances are they aren't over it. However, if a girl brings up her past chances are she wants you to talk about your past relationships. Gentleman, whatever you do. Do not bring up names on the first date, and try to drop the conversation as fast as possible. If you keep talking about your past, then she will realize you aren’t over your past, and her entire demeanor will change.

7. Who pays?

OK, so asking them on the date was the hard part right? False. The hardest part is seeing the check and figuring out who pays. I was raised that the guy always pays no matter what. I will be honest and mention that I am a strong believer in that. However, some girls claim to be independent and don’t rely on others. If your date is one of those girls, then have her only pay tip, or worst case scenario, go half. In future dates, you guys will both be comfortable enough to decide how the check will be paid. Number one rule for guys is to never use it against her. If a girl ever hears you brag about paying for it, then you are not being a good date, and essentially she will feel like you are buying her.

8. What’s next?

If you are the kind of the person who likes going to the spot and back home, well, number one, you are boring and two, your date will eventually get tired of it. Dates will no longer be exciting to them. In fact, they may dread it. Try to be full of surprises to them and keep them guessing. When going on a date, they may not be expecting anything afterwards, but even a simple walk in the park will surprise them. However, for the young lovers reading this. If their parents want her home at 10 p.m., then I find it in your best interest to bring them home at least half an hour early, or plan everything before then. If this is done correctly, you will make an impression on them and their parents.

9. Confidence

This should have been first, but I believe you already have some built up from when you asked them on the date in the first place. Do not be shy, and always display confidence. If you are dressed nice and have confidence, then you have definitely grabbed their attention. Keep in mind that having confidence and being a jerk are two different things. One will get them to like you a little more and the other will get them to not like you at all.