The Dating App Mistakes That Are Quietly Costing You Great Matches
- E312
- 26:05
- May 18th 2026
Ever Wonder Why Dating Apps Can Feel Like Romantic Slot Machines?
Ready to crack the code on dating apps?
In this episode, James Preece gives you the insider advice you wish you’d known before your first swipe.
Discover the dating app mistakes that might be quietly killing your chances at finding love, from bland bios to lukewarm selfies that do you zero favours.
You’ll laugh, nod and maybe cringe a little as James reveals what really makes a dating app profile stand out and why “fine” is the enemy of attraction.
Packed with fun real-life examples and witty, practical coaching, this episode will completely change how you see dating apps.
Whether you’re a seasoned swiper or thinking about giving dating apps another go, tune in for straightforward tips that will instantly level up your success.
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James Preece is the UK's top Dating Coach with over 20 years experience helping singles all over the world. He is the host of the Love Machine Podcast.
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Love Machine is the dating, relationship and confidence podcast hosted by James Preece, the UK’s leading Dating Coach and Relationship Expert with over 21 years of experience helping singles and couples create better love lives.
Each week, James explores fun, honest and practical ways to bring more love into your life, whether that means finding the right person, feeling more confident, improving your relationships, or simply enjoying life a little more.
If you are single, dating, using dating apps, recovering from heartbreak, confused by mixed signals, dealing with red flags, trying to understand attachment styles, or wondering why modern dating feels so complicated, this podcast is here to help.
With over 300 episodes, Love Machine is packed with dating advice, relationship advice, expert interviews, real stories, mindset shifts and simple tips you can actually use. You’ll hear from dating experts, relationship experts, matchmakers, coaches, authors, therapists and brilliant guests who all have something useful, funny or inspiring to share.
From online dating, first dates, flirting and attraction to confidence, self-love, compatibility, breakups, communication, personal growth and living your best life, James brings warmth, humour and expert insight to help you date smarter, connect better and feel more hopeful about love.
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