At least that's premise... and the
You may well have heard of it, because though it only officially launched on May 1st, it's generated a prodigious amount of press. You see, What'sYOURprice.com, is an online dating website and marketplace where users can buy... or sell... the opportunity of going out on a first date. >--->
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As it turns out, site founder and CEO Brandon Wade has been an evangelist for the "market driven" approach to dating for quite a while. An MIT grad who's held executive roles at several Fortune 500 companies, including General Electric and Microsoft, Wade is originally from Singapore and currently based in LasVegas. This isn't his first foray into the business of "Sugar Daddy dating" either, SeekingArrangement.com, SeekingMillionaire.com and OneGoodCatch.com are all his. He's even written a book on the topic.
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The site offers an entertaining juxtaposition between photos that perpetuate the idea of "buying a girlfriend experience" and web copy that takes pains to present a practical, efficient more effective online dating model, including etiquette tips (do not pay or ask anyone for payment prior to meeting for a date, "generous members" are expected to pay for the date - there's no going dutch here). There's even a list of eclectic "ideas for a first date" including: a day at the beach building a sandcastle together, making kites and flying them at a local park and... heading to the driving range, to help your date perfect his/her swing.
And there you have it. Some are calling this daring new dating site a glorified escort service while others insist it's simply an effective, efficient way of leveling the playing field. So what's your take... and if applicable, what's your price for a golf date?
I think I'll pass on this one, no amount of money would make my game look good. ;)
ReplyDeleteHmmm... I thought I already commented on this story, but in retrospect, I'm all for a level playing field. :\
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ReplyDeleteYou probably did comment GolfShark, unfortunately all comments on this post were lost when the blogger platform crashed (*_*:)---->waaaa
ReplyDeleteAlmost every guy I talk to about dating sites say they've been disappointed by girls who don't look anything like their photos. I'm guessing they'd be even more disappointed they were paying for the date. There's definitely a risk for those who are trying to buy beauty.
ReplyDeletei agree golfgrawl its such a pain when that happens the wonders of what technology can do .
ReplyDeleteDating sites are inherently flawed because of the fact that an "online persona" or profile, is rarely going to be an accurate reflection of the real person. How can it be? Almost everyone will use the best photo ever taken of them, ie. the one where they look 10Xhotter than they really are. They'll also list the traits/interests they feel prospective dates will like as opposed to their true traits/interests. It's not always a calculated attempt to deceive either, its just human nature to see yourself as the best you could be, even if you're no where near reaching it.
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I saw your website today and just had to let you know that however much I love Golf, the women in this picture are stunning
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