In today’s modern world, it seems like Cupid has thrown out his bow and arrow and replaced them with a computer.  Because the internet has provided us a convenient venue filled with online dating sites that cater to our specific match-making needs and requirements, more and more singles across the world are heading to the web in search of friends, dates and of course…love. 

Check out the below statistics found in recent studies that suggest online dating is more than just a trend.  It looks like dating sites are here to stay and the internet could be where you end up clicking with Mr. or Mrs. Right…

How many people are dating online?  If you’ve wondered how many people are using online dating sites (and how many singles you have to browse through!), be sure to take a look at these staggering numbers:

·         eHarmony has 33 million members

·         Match.com has 20 million members

·         15 million people in India use online dating sites

·         40 million people in the United States use online dating sites

·         140 million people in China use online dating sites

What kind of money is the online dating industry making?  Last year, it was calculated that the online dating industry made 1.049 billion dollars.  If you thought that was a lot, by the year 2013 the number is expected to reach 1.3 billion dollars!

How likely are you to meet your match online?  According to research, it was revealed that in 2011, 1 out of 6 married couples found their start through an online dating service—that is more than twice the number of people who met through traditional methods.  And if you count committed relationships, 1 out of every 5 couples can thank a dating site for their romance.  Here are some more fascinating stats about online relationships:

·         33% of face-to-face meetings after being matched on the internet flourish into relationships.

·         Online couples spend an average of 18.5 months dating before getting married—when couples who meet through traditional mediums spend about 42 months dating before getting hitched. 

·         48% of breakups for online couples happen via email. 

·         By 2019, it is estimated that more than half of couples in the world will be matched through online dating.

How have marriages started in recent years?  It’s no surprise that online dating sites are rapidly gaining speed in the race for the number one way marriages start, but here’s the breakdown of how people have met their spouses over the last three years:

·         #1:  36% of married couples met at school or work

·         #2:  26% of married couples were introduced by friends or family members

·         #3:  17% of married couples met on the web

·         #4:  11% of married couples met out at bars or other social scenes

·         #5:  7% of married couples met randomly

·         #6:  4% of married couples met at church/religious places of worship

Because of societal changes like getting married older, dedicating more time to work, having busier schedules in general, moving more, etc., it’s become more difficult to use traditional methods of meeting the person we are going to marry.  This is why online dating has grown so much and appears to be the way of the future. 

Guest post author, Cindy McDonald, shares with us this guest post on the switch from traditional methods of dating to online dating.  In addition, Cindy also owns Catholic Dating Sites where she provides informative resources about online dating for single Catholics on the web. 

Muchos SEO WORKERS dan por perdida cualquier batalla contra un dominio de extensión .edu  debido a que , con razón, conocen la preeminencia que los dominios oficiales (tanto gubernamentales como educativos) tienen en la asignación de posiciones en el index de GOOGLE y los otros dos principales motores de búsqueda.

Sin embargo la extensión de dominios no es un obstaculo insalvable, y debemos tener en cuenta otro factor: en general un dominio .edu no suele ser un competidor directo. Por el contrario un dominio .com promocionando un servicio vinculado a una organización .edu puede verse beneficiado de aparecer en el mismo rango visual de la primer página de resultados de GOOGLE incluso si es por debajo.

Por ejemplo, y continuando con nuestro artículo anterior , el sitio web  http://eutm.ingresoeutm.com/ se vé beneficiado de que el primer resultado de búsqueda por el search term “ingreso eutm” sea la página de la propia EUTM, ya que dicho sitio ofrece preparación para el ingreso a este instituto gubernamental que obviamente dispone de su dominio .edu.

El posicionamiento es parte de cualquier carrera profesional. Cuando un instituto como la EUTM (Escuela Uruguaya de Tecnología Médica) tiene prestigio, los egresados del mismo por contagio conservan una parte de ese prestigio.

El ingreso a la EUTM es el paso previo de esta carrera, y es el paso previo del posicionamiento también: no solo cuándo se llegó a un instituto de prestigio sino cómo y con qué calificaciones. El posicionamiento social es tan importante que una docente ese elegida sobre otra basada la elección en sus conocimientos pero mas que nada en la posición o espacio mental que estas credenciales ocupan en la mente de la demanda del servicio.

Por ejemplo, dentro de la preparación de exámenes de ingreso a la prestigiosa EUTM (Escuela Uruguaya de Tecnología Médica) nos encontramos con muchas propuestas y ofertas . Pero solamente nos encontramos con UN SITIO WEB enfocado a preparar exclusivamente estos exámenes de ingreso, el sitio en cuestión es http://ingresoeutm.com/ . Desde el dominio hasta el lenguaje está destinado a sintonizar con un solo evento: el ingreso a la EUTM.

No es casual que dicho sitio posicione bien no solo en la red sino en la mente del visitante.

Recordemos también que el inventor de Facebook, se basa en la noción de una red apoyada en un posicionamiento previo: en un prestigio. ¿Y qué es el prestigio sino posicionamiento a nivel social? Cuando se traslada a la red (como el caso de  http://ingresoeutm.com/) se transforma en POSICIONAMIENTO WEB .

With the phenomenon of dating taking the world by storm, more and more singles are heading to the web in search of that special someone…and a lot of these online singles just happen to be Christians.  If you are a Christian, the internet can be a great venue for maximizing your dating opportunities and sharing a romantic connection with a fellow Christian, however, it is also a place that can distract you from your Christian values and morals…

In order to have a successful and fun online dating experience as a Christian, be sure to check out the following tips for upholding your online reputation that is sure to bless you in love and make the Lord proud: 

Understand how God feels about dating.  While the word ‘dating’ isn’t found in the Bible, God does teach respect, purity, and abstaining from sex until marriage.  So if you are a Christian believing these teachings to be true and are using the internet to pursue someone else of the Christian faith, it is best to honor the word of God.  By researching these topics before going online, you can understand how to embrace dating with God’s plan for us to join as one with a partner spiritually, emotionally and sexually after marriage. 

Only share Christian content.  When posting information on your online dating profile or interacting with online singles, make sure that you go about it in a way that reflects your Christianity.  A quick way to turn a Christian prospect running in the other direction is through engaging in the following online mistakes:

• Posting inappropriate photos or information
• Sharing material related to drinking or using drugs
• Using foul language
• Bad-mouthing others/making discriminatory comments

Be honest.  One of the most important keys to a successful dating experience and a successful relationship is honesty…and it is even more important in the world of cyber dating.  Because of the anonymity provided by the internet, it can be easy and even tempting to stretch the truth—but stretch it you mustn’t.  To make a true connection with someone, make sure that you are completely honest with getting to know that person.  If you have to lie about things such as your appearance, job, or education so that someone will like you, then they are not the right one for you.  Remember that the truth will come out eventually and if you start a relationship with a lie, don’t expect for that relationship to last. 

Don’t give out too much info.  Not only must you be mindful of the type of information you disclose online, but it is also important to be mindful of not disclosing too much.  No matter what your religious beliefs or purpose for online dating, safety should always be the number one priority.  To avoid meeting people on the internet who don’t have the right intentions, never give out the following personally identifying material too soon:

• Last name
• Home address
• Place of employment
• Phone number
• Financial details

Set boundaries for meeting.  Should you strike a connection with a fellow Christian single through an online dating site and the time comes to meet in person, make sure that you set boundaries not only to protect your Christian reputation, but also to protect your safety.  To build a relationship that honors God, remember to refrain from crossing physical lines by avoiding any situation that would encourage sexual or promiscuous activity.  Now check out these first date safety tips:

• Use your own transportation to meet in a crowded, public place.
• Consider planning a group date—this is not only safe, but it will also take off some of the pressure and make getting to know each other more comfortable.
• If it’s just you and your date, it’s a good idea to let a friend or family member know where you are going and who you are going with.
• Always keep an eye on your possessions—never leave drinks, wallets, phones, or purses unattended.
• Be aware of what’s going on around you—should you feel uncomfortable at any point during your date, listen to your gut and don’t hesitate to call it quits early. 

Cindy McDonald is a guest post author who shares with us tips for upholding your online reputation as a Christian while dating online.  In addition to guest posting, Cindy also owns Christian dating sites where she educates Christian singles about safe internet dating.

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