Why Women Who Make The First Move Are More Successful

It’s traditional (but also very stereotypical) for men to take the initiative and make the first move in a relationship, from asking someone out for the first time to getting down on one knee and popping the big question. However, we’re living in modern times, and it’s perfectly fine for women to take matters into their own hands. Based on research from dating services, it’s about time for women to step up and start taking control.

1. Women don’t need to wait for eligible dudes to appear

Prince Charming isn’t going to manifest himself out of thin air. Guys often send more messages than women on dating sites, and this technique is known as “fishing.” The more messages you send, the better chances are of “catching” something out in the sea!

However, we all know that quality is better than quantity, and women spend a lot of time waiting around for someone worthy to reach out to them. Instead, ladies should stop waiting for that first message and be courageous enough to hit send and initiate the conversation.

2. Guys love when women approach them first

The more messages that guys receive on dating apps, the more they send back in return. For this reason, women are more likely to get a response from a guy if they take a leap and make that first move. This also means that all the power is in the woman’s hands. They can choose how to start the conversation rather than dealing with eye-roll-worthy pickup lines.

3. Women are likely to land a better man when they take initiative

Based on OkCupid stats, folks generally reach out to someone they perceive as more attractive than them. Guys have no problem shooting for someone out of their league, so why can’t women take the initiative and ensure they only talk to hunks? Appearance isn’t the only perk – by choosing first, women can ensure they have an overall more appealing mate.