Take A Hushi For A moment

1. Be Eye-Catchingly Honest


Remember George Costanza's approach in Seinfeld: "My name is George. I'm unemployed and live with my parents." Hey, it worked for him. So why not try being straight with women? Tell them you're not much of a player. David Wells, 31, confirms, "When I was younger, I made the mistake of thinking I had to act suave," he says. But since then, he's upfront about the fact that he's shy. "A lot of women think it's charming!" he says.
As a guy, you've probably heard more than an earful of advice on how to bust out of your timid shell and engage women in witty repartee. Sure, these gregarious mentors may mean well, but they often forget that it's not easy to change who you are. Think of it in basketball terms. If your team lacks height, you don't repeatedly try to go inside. No, you use your speed, passing and outside shooting to beat the competition. Same goes with dating: play up your strengths, and you'll improve your odds of romantic success. Here's how to do just that.