In this episode of First Rounds On Me, we welcome back the incredible Erica Ettin—dating coach, founder of A Little Nudge, and the ultimate myth-buster of modern love. Known for her fearless takedowns of bad dating advice and no-nonsense approach to finding connection, Erica joins us to answer the internet’s burning questions about dating apps, confidence, first impressions, and communication.From the biggest mistakes people make on dating apps, to the truth about “if he wanted to, he would,” to profile photo do’s and don’ts, this episode is packed with insights, laughs, and game-changing advice.Whether you’re single, dating, or just love hearing stories about modern romance, this is the dating advice you actually want to hear.👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and drop your biggest dating app question in the comments!00:00 – Opening banter00:18 – Introduction: Erica Ettin, the no-nonsense dating coach01:11 – Returning guest & the evolution of dating challenges01:47 – The #1 problem clients face with dating apps03:07 – Dating mindset: Job search vs. relationship search04:03 – Learning from every date (building your “resume”)04:49 – Taking ownership: the lunch date story06:08 – Overthinking & communication pitfalls07:53 – Ghosting, double texting & why it doesn’t matter09:17 – Bad dating advice: “If he wanted to, he would…”11:12 – Behind the scenes of running clients’ dating apps13:34 – Pressure, expectations & telling friends about first dates16:20 – Why short app conversations work best17:55 – Dating app algorithms & client expectations21:11 – Confidence, self-love & the struggle in modern dating25:29 – How self-perception impacts attraction29:23 – The dating industry & app complaints31:12 – How to improve dating apps & dating habits32:08 – Video intros, voice notes & FaceTime debates33:15 – Redefining a “successful” date34:33 – Fake Fact Fridays & bad profile bios35:48 – The right photos for your dating profile38:06 – Text or Next: Opening line game43:22 – Pun-ishment or flirt alert: Pickup line showdown45:44 – Closing thoughts & where to find Erica Ettin
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