If you're a guy and you've ever found yourself gazing longingly at a girl you know you don't have a fraction of the amount of game necessary to score points with, you're in luck!
I've decided to make a conscious effort to convey to the male population at Hopkins, jocks and nerds alike, a message describing how women really want to be approached.
But, be warned, if you're a super shy guy who's not emotionally prepared to man-up to the challenge of becoming what I like to call a "Hottie Biscotti," then I've got nothing for you here.
First and foremost, you must build the attraction. Take a little time in the morning to shave off stubble, comb your hair and always think twice about what you wear.
There's nothing attractive about fanny packs or pocket protectors, so ditch them. Not only are you making yourself more noticeable to the opposite sex, but you're unconsciously improving your performance in interacting with girls.
When you feel like you're hot, it shows. I've said it before and I'll say it again: confidence is sexy! You should be able to look at yourself in a mirror and like what you see. And, remember, "You clean up nicely" is definitely a compliment.
Be genuine. Note: cheesy pick-up-lines are cheesy. If you walk up to a girl and say, "Excuse me, is your last name Campbell? Because you're ‘Mmm-mm good,'" you're going to get laughed at for a month by people you've never met in your life because she'll tell all her friends, who'll tell all their friends, who'll find you on Facebook, and then laugh hysterically whenever they see you. And it's a small campus; they'll see you.
To be honest, hitting on girls is all about location. Don't make it obvious as hell that you're hitting on her because we girls get hit on enough by creepers on the street that we will, by default, unconsciously clump you into the same category as said weirdoes if you lack subtlety. Find something about the surrounding area to start a conversation.
If you see a girl you want to talk to who is shopping at Barnes & Noble, smile and mention something about the book she's looking at. It could be something as simple as "Is that Tolstoy? Haven't got to him yet but I've heard good things."
This'll start a conversation, and it's not like you're stretching the truth, assuming you haven't read anything by Tolstoy. Make sure you look like you have business being there by holding a few books and keeping your posture relaxed. Eventually, introduce yourself and she'll do the same.
A woman appreciates a man who can make her laugh. You don't have to be Dave Chappell to throw in a few jokes here and there. You also don't have to be a complete social-idiot to look bad.
Forced jokes are worse than no jokes at all. The only thing that will get you is an awkward courtesy laugh. A little playful sarcasm could break the ice, and most girls are responsive to friendly guys.
You'll find a push in the right direction on your part might get you a push back. It's important that she feels comfortable just talking to you so you can carry a conversation with natural ease. A straight-faced guy who stares like he's looking at a piece of meat is to a girl what a hungry lion is to a gazelle: a red flag to run. Run away, and never return.
She wants to be asked. So, ask. Fear of rejection and your own insecurities is what's keeping you from getting a date. If you can master your own self-consciousness, your success rate will skyrocket. The respect you give yourself reflects the respect you get from others.
So, walk with your head held high like you own the place and ask her if she'll let you treat her to a casual dinner Friday night, or if she'd be interested in going together to one of the many events hosted on campus. There are so many events on campus that would make cute dates, just check out the Daily Announcements.
The fact that you're confident enough to even ask is impressive. But be careful how you go about doing this; there's a fine line between confidence and arrogance. The former being irresistible, and the latter being substantial motivation to blacklist you from ever getting a date. Ever. You'll be dateless while all your bros get girlfriends, so don't be a dick.
Be strategic in your choice of first date. You may think taking her to see the new Matt Damon movie she's been talking about all week is a good idea, but do it and you'll be running from my wrath as if the hounds of hell were snapping at your heels. Don't set it up so that she's there to see the movie; set it up so that she's there to see you, or I guarantee the only thing getting attention that night will be Matt Damon's face on a big screen.
Be attentive and pay attention to the little signals she's sending or you'll get shot down. Everyone gets passed up by someone they're interested in at least once in life, so be prepared to take it like a man if it turns out she's just not interested.
But, most importantly, don't let your fears deter you. Be charming, friendly and relaxed. Unless she's into that sort of thing, she won't bite. Females aren't nearly as cutthroat and ruthless as you guys suspect, especially when we respect a guy who's confident, outgoing, and all-around sexy. Now, that kind of a guy is a catch.
