My First Million
The best business ideas come from noticing what's working and doing it better, faster, or for a different audience.
Create a dating app profile that stands out from 90% of other profiles
Men on dating apps who are getting few matches despite being decent catches
1-2 weeks to implement, ongoing refinementWhat Success Looks Like
Significantly more matches and meaningful conversations, dates with people you're actually compatible with
Steps to Execute
Take a clear first photo showing your face with good lighting, no sunglasses or filters
Include one photo with friends/family showing your social life
Add one activity photo showing something you genuinely enjoy
Write prompts that mix humor with vulnerability
Send thoughtful comments with likes instead of just liking
Comment on later photos/prompts to avoid the lazy first-impression crowd
Checklist
Inputs Needed
- Friend willing to take photos
- Recent photos from activities you enjoy
- Honest self-reflection about your values and interests
- Time to craft thoughtful responses to prompts
Outputs
- Professional-quality dating profile
- Higher match rate
- Better quality of conversations
- Dates with more compatible people
Example
“A software engineer updates his profile with a friend-taken photo in natural light, adds a picture from a hiking trip, writes a prompt about his genuine interest in cooking, and starts commenting on specific details from women's profiles about their hobbies instead of just their appearance.”