8MinuteDating – Speed Dating Service
October 10, 2009 by Michelle Smith
Filed under Relationships
Speed dating. Have you ever tried it? I haven’t, but I’ve always been curious about it. There’s a company called 8MinuteDating that offers speed dating events in 70 cities across the US.
The way it works is this – 1 night, 8 dates that last 8 minutes a piece. You sit down, you chat for the allotted time, then you move to the next person. You do this 8 times. If both parties express an interest in each other, then 8MinuteDating provides contact information. They guarantee that you will meet someone that you’d like to date again or your next event is free.
Here’s a rundown of some of their dating odds:
*98% of the daters have fun at the event.
*90% say they’ve met someone that they’d like to see again.
*60% of the time it’s mutual and leads to a second date.
Think about your recent dating history. Those odds don’t sound too bad to me, plus you get practice, which makes this a great idea for the single who has been out of circulation for awhile.
What you get at an 8minuteDating event:
1. A fast, fun, safe and comfortable way to meet people.
2. A room full of eligible singles who want to meet someone like you.
3. An enjoyable evening of conversation.
4. 8 great dates in 1 fun night.
5. Time to meet anyone who catches your eye during the mix and mingle periods.
6. Complimentary appetizers and a chance to win extra prizes (at most events).
7. Our Guarantee: Meet someone you want to see again or your next event is free!
8. Maybe… the love of your life.
Take a look at the 8MinuteDating website for more information and event locations. Good luck!
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Another alternative, is joining a singles dining club like Tasty LA. Dinners for six are arranged every week at a fabulous selection of restaurants and you meet new people every time. It’s a big more relaxing than speed dating, just like going out with friends, and you have a better opportunity to really get to know those you are dining with.