eHarmony tells people to date reporters

[spikechiquet]

http://www.eharmony.com/dating-advice/dating-advice-for-you/15-reasons-to-date-a-reporter/#.U5FFmi8WckL

1. Reporters have great “B.S. radar.” They expect honesty and transparency — and know how to find out the truth if it’s not being told.

2. Reporters are usually self-employed and have flexible schedules. If you’re free for lunch on a Wednesday, your significant other might be able to join you.

3. You’ll be getting a great Scrabble partner. (Don’t try to use fake words. He/she will know.)

4. Reporters meet deadlines. If punctuality is your thing, a reporter won’t let you down.

5. Feeling out of touch? Your date will be up on all the local news and current affairs.

6. Successful reporters (like the one you’re dating) are ambitious and aren’t afraid to take risks.

7. Related to #6, your date might even make the first move. (Or ask you why you haven’t.)

8. Reporters make great dates to parties and family events, as they’re great at asking questions and engaging others in conversation.

9. Your date will always have interesting stories to tell.

10. Remember that time your ex forgot your birthday? Reporters pay attention to important details. Your date will remember your birthday, the way you like your coffee, and that promise you made her last week. Your words will matter.

11. Reporters are passionate communicators, excited to share stories with a wider audience. They also want to hear others’ stories.

12. Reporters are trustworthy. And when you’re in a relationship with one, everything is off the record.

13. Reporters can act fast, redirect questions and problem-solve on the fly. If you like smart guys/girls, a reporter will keep you on your toes.

14. Reporters get invitations to swanky events. If you’ve ever wanted to hobnob with the mayor and other local celebrities, dating a reporter helps.

15. Clark Kent. Enough said.

No. 2 - if by flexible you mean always having to work on 9 stories at a time and NEVER will have time for lunch...then yes, a reporter is flexible.

Seriously...did the writer of this watch a few TV shows (Everybody Love Raymond and maybe My Boys?) and "figure" this out?

 

[Baron Scicluna]

14. The sportswriter has an in with the local professional teams. He can not only get you free passes to the press box, but you can also meet the players in the locker room and get their autographs!

Oh, and to add to the list:

16. JV volleyball games make great dates.

 

[Bradley Guire]

Date a reporter. He's unemployed and could use a free meal and maybe a pity lay.

 

[Vombatus]

17. Understand the importance of March 14th to reporters. To give is to receive.

 

[HanSenSE]

Meals in the press box have all four food groups.

 

[Gator]

Fixed.

2. Reporters are usually self-employed and have flexible schedules. If you’re free for lunch on a Wednesday, your significant other might be able to join you. Unfortunately, you likely are paying for lunch.

 

[93Devil]

What would the WAR be for a reporter against another significant other?

 

[Mizzougrad96]

16. They won't be threatened by a spouse who makes more money than them. They'll be relieved.

 

[LongTimeListener]

Because, when you're arguing, what's more endearing than someone who can correct you on EXACTLY what you said?

 

[Guy_Incognito]

Because, when you're arguing, what's more endearing than someone who can correct you on EXACTLY what you said?

"I thought that was off the record!"

 

[Buck]

Reporters are 21 years old and can get beer for you and your friends.

 

[da man]

So you're saying there's a chance...?

 

[Oggiedoggie]

4. Reporters meet deadlines.

Unfortunately, sometimes the deadline is about three minutes.

 

[I Should Coco]

11. Reporters are passionate communicators, excited to share stories with a wider audience. They also want to hear others’ stories.

But only via Twitter. #modernjournalism

 

[lesboulez]

Maybe reporters on e-harmony are having a tough time getting dates? You know, because the internet dating world is a cesspool...

 

[sgreenwell]

Maybe reporters on e-harmony are having a tough time getting dates? You know, because the internet dating world is a cesspool...

Nice crossthread. FWIW, I do think "reporter" has helped me land dates with 6s that I'd otherwise consider out of my league. I mean, it probably gets a more appealing off-the-cuff reaction than chartered accountancy. I think more issues develop as you get into relationships with people - The wonderfully low pay means your partner is the primary wage earner by default usually, which I imagine can be an antsy thing if you do want to start a family. Tough to do nowadays if the salary range for one person is around $25k to $50k, at best.

 

[RickStain]

Warning: They may look startled as you go for end-of-date hug.

 

[spikechiquet]

Warning: They may look startled as you go for end-of-date hug.

Especially if you whisper in her ear: "Just the tip? Just to see what it feels like?"

 

[Double J]

11. Reporters are passionate communicators, excited to share stories with a wider audience. They also want to hear others’ stories.

But only via Twitter. #modernjournalism

And slideshows. #clickbait

 

[NoOneLikesUs]

Most reporters are probably on OKCupid.