How does one master the art of flirting and became a girls magnet?

Flirting is indeed an art form, and unfortunately, some people never become accomplished artists. Here are a few tips and things to avoid. Though I've written this with the boys in mind, girls can use them as well.

1) Smell good. REALLY good. There is nothing more repulsive than the smell of nervous underarm odor. Strangely enough though, there are some smells that women actually like, and they don't come in a bottle. Sawdust, leather, diesel or engine oil, and clean sweat from working out top the list of natural smells that drive women nuts.

2) Resist the temptation to talk nonstop about yourself. It's self-centred and egotistical. By all means, share some information, such as hobbies, interests, etc., but the primary focus should be on HER. Act as though you are hanging on every word she says, and commit her answers to memory, because if she's interested, there'll be a quiz later.

3) Instead of the usual exchange of phone numbers (which most likely will be bogus if you creep her out), invite her to a public setting like a coffeeshop for more conversation. You can actually set a date this way, and she won't feel threatened.

4) Compliments!!!! Lay it on us. We want to hear why you noticed us (caution: this doesn't include the size or shape of our 'assets'-save that for later when you've developed a rapport/relationship).

5) Make eye contact. If you're looking around the room, at the ceiling, floor, other women, we'll assume you're not really interested in us. Eye contact should be warm and friendly. Don't creep us out by staring or looking right through us.

6) Women love a guy who can command the dance floor. If you were born with 3 left feet, take lessons. Stepping on her toes or convulsing like you're having a seizure won't win her over.

These are just a few basic suggestions. The rest is up to Mother Nature.

~Arlie