Know your stuff!

And that doesn't mean cricket stats! Women like men who can talk, particularly ones who know what they're talking about. Read books, attend lectures, see plays, speak to more experienced people... Whatever you do, keep learning. It's like building your arsenal.

Strut your stuff!

All lady-killers have one trait in common - they all believe they are God's gift to womenkind! Believe me, it works too. They know they are what (almost) every woman wants and usually, the women know it too!

Show her stuff!

Every woman - damsel in distress, harridan or Mata Hari - loves a man who knows his way around and doesn't mind being boss. No, the idea is not to boss over her, but to know your mind, make decisions (this restaurant, that movie, etc.) and see those decisions through. If you always s agree to whatever she says, you'd go from being 'ideal' to 'wimp' in a matter of weeks.

Flaunt your stuff!

There is a reason why there are so many beautiful-people-of-the-world polls. Good looks sell and usually work to your advantage. Take time out from your schedule and make sure you look good - clean face, hands and nails, hair in place, smelling nice - when you meet her, whether for popcorn or more.

Cultivate those who know stuff!

Why would you want to go through hell when there are people who've been there and can tell you exactly what it's like? The idea is to bond with older or more experienced guys - you'd surprise how many landmines you avoid just by sharing notes with your been-there-done-that buddies. There are two ways to experience things - either by suffering it or by learning from others. Choose smart!