We've already talked about how to create your own sparkling profile but how do you go about interpreting somebody else's profile?

The Gay Guy's Love Coach, Greg Halpen, offers a few tips.

One of the great features of TomDickandSally.com is the ability to match your profile features to potential members who may meet your requirements. Add the human touch! Don’t let a computer do all the matching.

I recently spent time researching gay guys' profiles on various sites and what I noticed was a pattern of "red flags" that are essential for the serious relationship minded gay guy to notice when reviewing a profile.

It’s easy if you know what to look for. Ask yourself:

• Do looks take precedence over content?
• What’s important to you when reviewing a profile?
• Do you just look at his stats and ignore the meat of his profile?

If you are repeating the same frustrating dating choices while expecting different results, it is in your best interest to create some major change in how you approach online dating. While each reviewer is different and has their own unique way of doing things, be mindful whether these questions are in alignment with your core values.

Here are 7 vital steps that will help guide you through the reviewing process of a dating profile.

• Did he include a photo?
• Does he mention some of his core values?
• Does he mention the recent end of a long-term relationship?
• Does he mention sex a lot in his profile?
• Do his words spark curiosity?
• Does his profile excite you to want to meet him?
• Does he sound sincere or desperate?

We hope Greg's advice helps you to decide whether you're picking the right profiles to pursue as potential dates.

Greg Halpen is an internationally known and recognized author and speaker. He takes single gay men step-by-step from lost, confused, and frustrated about dating to learning all the skills they need to turn their love life around 100%. To find out more about Greg, go to www.thegayguyslovecoach.com