Q) What Exactly is Speed Dating
A) Speed dating is a fun and fast paced way to meet a lot of other singles in your area, who are also looking to find someone special. The women are all seated at different tables while the men rotate every 8 minutes until everyone has met. At the end of each 8 minute "mini-date" a bell will ring and participants secretly circle “yes” or “no” on their, Meet Your Mate score card depending on their interest. At the end of the evening participants give their score card to the host. If there is a match, both select"yes" to one another, then each are given the other's email address. They can then get back in touch right away to talk more, exchange phone numbers and set up a "second date!"
Q) Why 8 Minutes?
A) We have tried different time increments, but have found that 8 minutes works best. We found that most people know in just a few minutes if they would like to get to know someone better or not. This is the purpose of speed dating events – to bring multiple singles together in order to find other singles they would like to know better and set up real dates with. If you really hit it off with someone and want to talk longer, stay when the event is over and mingle at the after party.
Q) Who Attends Meet Your Mate In 8 Events?
A) Many different people attend Meet Your Mate In 8 events, but we have found that one of the things they have in common, is that they are usually intelligent professionals who have just not found that special someone yet. Most people who attend are busy professionals, but due to a fast paced life have not had the time to meet many other singles. People who attend our events are motivated people willing to get out there and meet others just like them. Meet Your Mate In 8 provides a relaxed social environment that brings single people together so they can find exactly what they are looking for. You can quickly eliminate everyone you are not interested in and instead focus on the people with whom you do share an interest.
Q) I Think I am too Nervous to Try Something Like this - Any Tips?
A) Many people new to speed dating may be nervous about attending an event. However, there is absolutely no reason to be nervous – everyone at the event is just like you - single and looking to meet other singles. The events are very low pressure, organized and take place in a structured setting. You never have to worry about approaching someone at Meet Your Mate In 8 events, because they are expecting and waiting for you to approach them! Don’t let nerves stop you from an opportunity to meet someone great!
Q) I Don't Want to try it Alone - Will I Feel Awkward if I Do?
A) There is no reason to feel awkward about attending an event alone. In fact, 90% of the people attending an event come alone. We have fantastic hosts and our events are very structured so you will never feel as if you don’t know what is going on. Once at an event you will be paired at a table with someone and engaged in conversation, therefore having a friend with you is not necessary. However, people do have a great time when they bring along their friends. Ladies - Our events make a great ladies night out as well, so encouraged your single girlfriends to join you!
Q) What if there isn’t anyone at the event I am interested in?
A) We are so confident our events work that you can come back for FREE if there isn’t anyone at the event you are interested in! To receive a Free Pass to another event, you must be there for the entire event. At the end of the event, if you selected no to everyone on your score sheet, thus indicating you did not see anyone there you were interested in seeing again, you will be given a Free Pass to attend an upcoming event. If you circle yes to one person, regardless if you match with them or not, you will not be eligible for a Free Pass. You are eligible for one Free Pass per paid event. It is usually rare that we have someone with no interest in anyone at an event, but it can happen so the free pass takes the worry out of signing up.
Q) How Much are the Events?
A) The online registration price for our events is $25 via Paypal. However, walk-in’s are always welcome if space is available at a price of $30, to be paid at the door. Cash only.
Q) If I Come to Another Event will I Meet the Same People Again?
A) At our events you meet all new people every time you attend - unlike other speed dating services where you may be paying just to meet the same people over and over again. Many people match at one event and start dating a few days later. For some it may take a few events before they really meet the person they are looking for. Give it time - it will happen and this is the absolute best way to find that special someone. The person you have been searching for might be there that night or they might be 3 events away. Even if this is the case, we will always be hosting fun events until that someone does come along!
Q) Why Should I Choose Meet Your Mate In 8 over Similar Services?
A) Be careful in choosing your speed dating service. Many reasons set Meet Your Mate In 8.com apart from others. Some national speed dating companies have events in hundreds of cities and seem to spread themselves too thin. This results in many of their events being cancelled due to a lack of signups. We focus hard on Metro Detroit and surrounding areas.
We also hold most of our events during the week, therefore freeing up your weekends. We look for venues where there is something fun to do following the event. This way the fun is not over when the event ends - the night is just beginning! We want the entire night to be fun. You are dressed up and out - why not make the most of the night? This gives you an opportunity to talk more after the event with the people you hit it off with! Also, with Meet Your Mate In 8, you get personal attention. If you ever have any questions you can email us at ww.meetyourmatein8.com and we will answer you promptly and keep you informed about upcoming events.
Q) What is the Success Ratio?
A) Results vary from event to event. It has been our experience that more than 75% of our participants will have at least 1 match. The average Meet Your Mate In 8 participant usually has 2-3 matches.
Q) How Many Singles can I Expect to Meet at an Event?
A) Each event we strive for 15 men and 15 women. Some events may have 20 men and 20 women, while others may have 10-12 men and 10-12 women. Some events may have a few more men while others may have a few more women. There is no set number, but we try to keep the ratio as even as we can, although that is not always possible. Keep in mind that if there isn't anyone at the event you are interested in you can circle no to everyone and come back to another event for FREE!
Q) What Information of Mine Do the Participants See?
A) Participates are given a nametag when they arrive for the event. On the nametag will be the person first name, last initial, and a individual number assigned by your event host.
Q) How Do I Receive My Results?
A) After the event you must turn in your score card to your host. The host will compile the results within 48 hours then email you your matches. The email will include your match’s first name and email address only, the rest is up to you.
A) Speed dating is a fun and fast paced way to meet a lot of other singles in your area, who are also looking to find someone special. The women are all seated at different tables while the men rotate every 8 minutes until everyone has met. At the end of each 8 minute "mini-date" a bell will ring and participants secretly circle “yes” or “no” on their, Meet Your Mate score card depending on their interest. At the end of the evening participants give their score card to the host. If there is a match, both select"yes" to one another, then each are given the other's email address. They can then get back in touch right away to talk more, exchange phone numbers and set up a "second date!"
Q) Why 8 Minutes?
A) We have tried different time increments, but have found that 8 minutes works best. We found that most people know in just a few minutes if they would like to get to know someone better or not. This is the purpose of speed dating events – to bring multiple singles together in order to find other singles they would like to know better and set up real dates with. If you really hit it off with someone and want to talk longer, stay when the event is over and mingle at the after party.
Q) Who Attends Meet Your Mate In 8 Events?
A) Many different people attend Meet Your Mate In 8 events, but we have found that one of the things they have in common, is that they are usually intelligent professionals who have just not found that special someone yet. Most people who attend are busy professionals, but due to a fast paced life have not had the time to meet many other singles. People who attend our events are motivated people willing to get out there and meet others just like them. Meet Your Mate In 8 provides a relaxed social environment that brings single people together so they can find exactly what they are looking for. You can quickly eliminate everyone you are not interested in and instead focus on the people with whom you do share an interest.
Q) I Think I am too Nervous to Try Something Like this - Any Tips?
A) Many people new to speed dating may be nervous about attending an event. However, there is absolutely no reason to be nervous – everyone at the event is just like you - single and looking to meet other singles. The events are very low pressure, organized and take place in a structured setting. You never have to worry about approaching someone at Meet Your Mate In 8 events, because they are expecting and waiting for you to approach them! Don’t let nerves stop you from an opportunity to meet someone great!
Q) I Don't Want to try it Alone - Will I Feel Awkward if I Do?
A) There is no reason to feel awkward about attending an event alone. In fact, 90% of the people attending an event come alone. We have fantastic hosts and our events are very structured so you will never feel as if you don’t know what is going on. Once at an event you will be paired at a table with someone and engaged in conversation, therefore having a friend with you is not necessary. However, people do have a great time when they bring along their friends. Ladies - Our events make a great ladies night out as well, so encouraged your single girlfriends to join you!
Q) What if there isn’t anyone at the event I am interested in?
A) We are so confident our events work that you can come back for FREE if there isn’t anyone at the event you are interested in! To receive a Free Pass to another event, you must be there for the entire event. At the end of the event, if you selected no to everyone on your score sheet, thus indicating you did not see anyone there you were interested in seeing again, you will be given a Free Pass to attend an upcoming event. If you circle yes to one person, regardless if you match with them or not, you will not be eligible for a Free Pass. You are eligible for one Free Pass per paid event. It is usually rare that we have someone with no interest in anyone at an event, but it can happen so the free pass takes the worry out of signing up.
Q) How Much are the Events?
A) The online registration price for our events is $25 via Paypal. However, walk-in’s are always welcome if space is available at a price of $30, to be paid at the door. Cash only.
Q) If I Come to Another Event will I Meet the Same People Again?
A) At our events you meet all new people every time you attend - unlike other speed dating services where you may be paying just to meet the same people over and over again. Many people match at one event and start dating a few days later. For some it may take a few events before they really meet the person they are looking for. Give it time - it will happen and this is the absolute best way to find that special someone. The person you have been searching for might be there that night or they might be 3 events away. Even if this is the case, we will always be hosting fun events until that someone does come along!
Q) Why Should I Choose Meet Your Mate In 8 over Similar Services?
A) Be careful in choosing your speed dating service. Many reasons set Meet Your Mate In 8.com apart from others. Some national speed dating companies have events in hundreds of cities and seem to spread themselves too thin. This results in many of their events being cancelled due to a lack of signups. We focus hard on Metro Detroit and surrounding areas.
We also hold most of our events during the week, therefore freeing up your weekends. We look for venues where there is something fun to do following the event. This way the fun is not over when the event ends - the night is just beginning! We want the entire night to be fun. You are dressed up and out - why not make the most of the night? This gives you an opportunity to talk more after the event with the people you hit it off with! Also, with Meet Your Mate In 8, you get personal attention. If you ever have any questions you can email us at ww.meetyourmatein8.com and we will answer you promptly and keep you informed about upcoming events.
Q) What is the Success Ratio?
A) Results vary from event to event. It has been our experience that more than 75% of our participants will have at least 1 match. The average Meet Your Mate In 8 participant usually has 2-3 matches.
Q) How Many Singles can I Expect to Meet at an Event?
A) Each event we strive for 15 men and 15 women. Some events may have 20 men and 20 women, while others may have 10-12 men and 10-12 women. Some events may have a few more men while others may have a few more women. There is no set number, but we try to keep the ratio as even as we can, although that is not always possible. Keep in mind that if there isn't anyone at the event you are interested in you can circle no to everyone and come back to another event for FREE!
Q) What Information of Mine Do the Participants See?
A) Participates are given a nametag when they arrive for the event. On the nametag will be the person first name, last initial, and a individual number assigned by your event host.
Q) How Do I Receive My Results?
A) After the event you must turn in your score card to your host. The host will compile the results within 48 hours then email you your matches. The email will include your match’s first name and email address only, the rest is up to you.
