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Feb 6, 2025 • 1h 16min

Struggling with Dating Confidence? Try this Mindset Shift to Become Instantly Magnetic to Women (Live Coaching Results)

Do you ever feel like you’re just not what women want? Like you’re not charismatic or interesting or attractive enough? It’s frustrating. The good news? You can fix it—fast! In this special live coaching episode of “How to Get a Girlfriend,” dating coach Connell Barrett guides his client Nick to a powerful breakthrough. In just one hour, Nick transforms from feeling insecure to truly magnetic, simply by destroying his biggest limiting belief. (This coaching session first aired in 2023. Now, in 2025, Nick is dating a wonderful woman!)You’re about to learn:2:00: The Real Cause of Dating Insecurity (and How to Fix It)5:28: The Secret to Confidence: Awakening Your Higher Self23:05: How to Identify the Limiting Belief that’s Hurting Your Dating Life38:30: A Simple Way to Erase Self-Doubt for Good52:17: Nick’s Aha Moment: Ditching his Insecurities and Realizing his True Worth to Women1:07:14: The Confidence Breakthrough: Awakening Your Most Amazing, Authentic YouListen now to stop feeling insecure and start feeling confident and magnetic to women.FOR A FREE STRATEGY CALL WITH CONNELL TO LEARN HOW TO HAVE GREAT FIRST DATES:http://www.datingtransformation.com/contactTO GET FREE ACCESS TO “THE FLIRTY 30,” CHARMING QUESTIONS TO ASK WOMEN ON DATES, ON THE APPS, AND WHEN YOU APPROACH:http://www.datingtransformation.com/FLIRTY30WANT A FREE COPY OF CONNELL’S NO. 1 AMAZON BESTSELLING BOOK, “DATING SUCKS BUT YOU DON’T”? EMAIL CONNELL AND WRITE “FREE BOOK” IN THE SUBJECT LINE AND YOU’LL GET IT INSTANTLY:Connell@datingtransformation.com
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Feb 5, 2025 • 55min

How to Read Women, Know What to Say, and Get Her Asking YOU Out: Hayley Quinn’s Secrets to Attraction

Are you just not sure how to talk to women, either on the apps or in real life? Top UK dating expert Hayley Quinn is here to show you how to flirt effortlessly, confidently read women, and get them asking YOU out. She knows exactly what creates attraction—and how you can get better results fast. You’ll learn how to talk to women in a way that feels authentic and sparks real connection, without overthinking or using weird “pickup” moves.Hayley and dating coach Connell Barrett will teach you:2:55: How to Overcome Your Fear of Rejection and Attract the Right Woman4:00: Why Women Prefer Meeting Men in Real Life, and How to Make It Happen7:58: How Her Client Approached a Woman in the Daytime and Turned it into a Deep Connection15:30: Why Many Women Want Men to Talk to Them IRL, Not on the Apps21:03: The Game-Changing Move that Instantly Improves Your Love Life23:45: Hayley’s Top Tips for How to Read Women36:33 The #1 Approach Mistake Men Make—and How to Fix It50:27: How Hayley Changes Men’s Lives with In-Person CoachingListen now and let Connell and Hayley show you how to attract your dream girlfriend!TO LEARN MORE ABOUT HAYLEY OR TO APPLY TO WORK WITH HER: http://www.hayleyquinn.com/CHECK OUT HER TED TALK THAT HAS 3 MILLION VIEWS:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jmUayKnHWWMFOR A FREE STRATEGY CALL WITH CONNELL TO LEARN HOW TO HAVE GREAT FIRST DATES:http://www.datingtransformation.com/contactTO GET FREE ACCESS TO “THE FLIRTY 30,” CHARMING QUESTIONS TO ASK WOMEN ON DATES, ON THE APPS, AND WHEN YOU APPROACH:http://www.datingtransformation.com/FLIRTY30WANT A FREE COPY OF CONNELL’S NO. 1 AMAZON BESTSELLING BOOK, “DATING SUCKS BUT YOU DON’T”? EMAIL CONNELL AND WRITE “FREE BOOK” IN THE SUBJECT LINE AND YOU’LL GET IT INSTANTLY:Connell@datingtransformation.com
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Feb 4, 2025 • 1h 2min

How to Meet Your Dream Woman—and How Jason Dated a Lakers Cheerleader! (Live Coaching)

You see a stunning woman across the room and want to talk to her… but what do you say? How do you start a conversation without fear of rejection? In this episode of “How to Get a Girlfriend,” dating coach Connell Barrett helps his client Jason master this skill—live on air. Plus,hear how Jason conquered crippling approach anxiety and dated an L.A. Lakers Cheerleader! Connell shares actionable strategies to help Jason (and you!) connect with women. No cheesy “pickup artist” tricks. Just authentic confidence that works.You’re about to learn:8:40: The #1 Shift to Overcome Social Anxiety and Build Dating Momentum10:30: How Jason Walked Up to a Woman and Made Out with Her in Minutes (with Connell’s In-Person Help)18:38: 3 Proven Anti-Flaking Techniques to Keep Her Interested23:35: The 3-Text Rule that Gets Women Replying and Asking YOU Out29:23: The Risk-Taking Strategy that Makes You Instantly More Attractive41:47: The One Thing She Secretly Hopes You’ll Do When You Approach Her47:53: What to Write when She Doesn’t Reply to Your Text52:57: The Right Way to Ask Her Out and Not Get Flaked OnThis episode is like getting a personal coaching session with Connell—for free. Listen now!FOR A FREE STRATEGY CALL WITH CONNELL TO LEARN HOW TO HAVE GREAT FIRST DATES:http://www.datingtransformation.com/contactTO GET FREE ACCESS TO “THE FLIRTY 30,” CHARMING QUESTIONS TO ASK WOMEN ON DATES, ON THE APPS, AND WHEN YOU APPROACH:http://www.datingtransformation.com/FLIRTY30WANT A FREE COPY OF CONNELL’S NO. 1 AMAZON BESTSELLING BOOK, “DATING SUCKS BUT YOU DON’T”? EMAIL CONNELL AND WRITE “FREE BOOK” IN THE SUBJECT LINE AND YOU’LL GET IT INSTANTLY:Connell@datingtransformation.com
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Feb 3, 2025 • 1h 8min

Introducing ‘It’s Rom-Complicated!’ How to Find Love by Watching Rom-Com Movies (Seriously!) Episode 1: ‘Groundhog Day’

What if watching so-called “chick flicks” could make you a chick magnet and bring romance into your real life? It may sound far-fetched, but dating coach Connell Barrett has learned a lot about finding love—what works and what doesn’t—from rom-com movies. Introducing “It’s Rom-Complicated,” a new series that reveals the dating wisdom hidden in Hollywood’s most beloved comedies. In the first episode, Connell and his special guest—his charming, witty girlfriend Jessamin—analyze “Groundhog Day,” the 1993 time-loop comedy starring Bill Murray and Andie MacDowell.Episode Highlights:4:05: What’s the One Day from Your Life You Would Relive Again and Again?10:45 How ‘Groundhog Day’ Helped Connell Escape His Own Dating Time Loop17:15: The Rom-Commie Awards: The Best and Worst Dating Moves in ‘Groundhog Day’19:46: Why Arrogant Men like Phil Connors (Bill Murray) Make Women Cringe26:17: The Best Dating Move You Should Absolutely Steal from Phil27:39: The ‘Don’t Do This!’ Award: A Dating Mistake to Avoid IRL31:08: The Creepiest Pickup-Artist Tip Connell Ever Got (And Why It’s So Wrong)36:20: Bill Murray: Comedic Genius or Total Nightmare on Set? (It’s Complicated…)44:46: What if ‘Groundhog Day’ got the Cinemax After Dark Treatment?52:32: The Truth About What Makes Women ‘Chase’ Certain Men (It’s NOT Looks or Money)57:35: The Movie’s Biggest Love Lesson that Every Man Needs to KnowIf Phil can escape Punxsutawney, you can break out of your dating rut. Bing! Listen now!Introducing ‘It’s Rom-Complicated!’ How to find love by watching—wait! Haven’t we done this before?FOR A FREE STRATEGY CALL WITH CONNELL TO LEARN HOW TO HAVE GREAT FIRST DATES:http://www.datingtransformation.com/contactTO GET FREE ACCESS TO “THE FLIRTY 30,” CHARMING QUESTIONS TO ASK WOMEN ON DATES, ON THE APPS, AND WHEN YOU APPROACH:http://www.datingtransformation.com/FLIRTY30WANT A FREE COPY OF CONNELL’S NO. 1 AMAZON BESTSELLING BOOK, “DATING SUCKS BUT YOU DON’T”? EMAIL CONNELL AND WRITE “FREE BOOK” IN THE SUBJECT LINE AND YOU’LL GET IT INSTANTLY:Connell@datingtransformation.com
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Jan 30, 2025 • 30min

“I Went from Zero to 83 Matches in a Week!” The 6 Essential Photos You Need for Dating App Success

Not getting enough quality matches on Hinge, Bumble or Tinder? Here’s the problem: Your photos aren’t making the right impression. But there’s a simple fix. Dating coach Connell Barrett reveals the 6 essential photos that he and his clients use to consistently get good matches on the apps. Connell’s client Ben puts it best: “I went from zero good matches on Hinge to getting 83 matches in one week. Suddenly I had too many dates!” Connell also reveals the 5 photo mistakes that make women swipe left—so you don’t sabotage your own success.You’re about to get the blueprint for the perfect profile, down to the ideal photo order:3:40: Essential Photo No. 1: The “Radically Authentic” Portrait to Hook Her Interest9:25: Essential Photo No. 2: The “Intriguing Photo” that Makes Her Want to Learn About You12:25: Essential Photo No. 3: The “Aww Factor” Image that Melts Her Heart15:50: Essential Photo No. 4: The “Man of Action” Shot that Turns Her Head18:55: Essential Photo No. 5: The “Social Man” Pic that Showcases Your Attractive Life20:48: Essential Photo No. 6: The “Wildcard” Photo that Makes Swiping Right a No-Brainer24:01: Plus! 5 Photo Mistakes that HURT You on the Apps!Listen now, update your photos, and start getting dates with women you actually want to meet.WATCH THIS VIDEO SHOWING YOU THE 6 ESSENTIAL PHOTOS:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lcSb0-cMbsU&t=4sFOR A FREE STRATEGY CALL WITH CONNELL TO LEARN HOW TO HAVE GREAT FIRST DATES:http://www.datingtransformation.com/contactTO GET FREE ACCESS TO “THE FLIRTY 30,” CHARMING QUESTIONS TO ASK WOMEN ON DATES, ON THE APPS, AND WHEN YOU APPROACH:http://www.datingtransformation.com/FLIRTY30WANT A FREE COPY OF CONNELL’S NO. 1 AMAZON BESTSELLING BOOK, “DATING SUCKS BUT YOU DON’T”? EMAIL CONNELL AND WRITE “FREE BOOK” IN THE SUBJECT LINE AND YOU’LL GET IT INSTANTLY:Connell@datingtransformation.com
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Jan 28, 2025 • 52min

“Will You Be My Boyfriend?” The 10 Green Lights that Trigger Instant Attraction in Wonderful Women

How do you make her want YOU to be her boyfriend? It’s simpler than you think. Just show her these 10 “green lights.” In this episode of “How to Get a Girlfriend,” dating coach and bestselling author Connell Barrett teaches you 10 attraction triggers that help women see you as boyfriend material. And these are NOT sketchy pickup moves. They’re practical strategies to showcase your most authentic, confident self, and create true connections. Because women are drawn to authentic gentlemen!You’re about to learn…03:32: Green Light No. 1: How to Be Authentic and Spark a Romantic Connection09:29: Green Light No. 2: How to Lead a Date with Confidence12:42: Green Light No. 3: How to Play Up Your Passions to Stand Out from Other Guys16:17: Green Light No. 4: How to Talk About Your Future in a Compelling Way19:48: Green Light No. 5: How to Be Playful and Create Instant Chemistry26:16: Green Light No. 6: How to Flirt in the Way Women LOVE, without Being Cringey30:04: Green Light No. 7: How to Ask Great Questions that Keep Conversations Flowing34:40: Green Light No. 8: How to Talk About Your Ex the Right Way37:48: Green Light No. 9: How to Tell a Story that Helps Her Open Up to You40:24: Green Light No. 10: How to Make Her Laugh and Feel Instantly Drawn to YouListen now, apply these techniques, and find your dream girlfriend!FOR A FREE STRATEGY CALL WITH CONNELL TO LEARN HOW TO HAVE GREAT FIRST DATES:http://www.datingtransformation.com/contactTO GET FREE ACCESS TO “THE FLIRTY 30,” CHARMING QUESTIONS TO ASK WOMEN ON DATES, ON THE APPS, AND WHEN YOU APPROACH:http://www.datingtransformation.com/FLIRTY30WANT A FREE COPY OF CONNELL’S NO. 1 AMAZON BESTSELLING BOOK, “DATING SUCKS BUT YOU DON’T”? EMAIL CONNELL AND WRITE “FREE BOOK” IN THE SUBJECT LINE AND YOU’LL GET IT INSTANTLY:Connell@datingtransformation.com
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Jan 23, 2025 • 54min

Exclusive! How to Win on Dating Apps—Secrets from the Man Who Invented Swiping, Tinder’s Jonathan Badeen

Ready to finally get great matches on Tinder? Who better to guide you than the man who invented swiping and changed dating forever: Tinder’s visionary co-founder, Jonathan Badeen. Back in the day, Jonathan was struggling to meet women and get dates. (Sound familiar?) He launched Tinder in part to help his own love life, and the world has never been the same. In this exclusive interview with dating coach Connell Barrett, Badeen shares the lightbulb moment when he came up with the swiping idea, reveals the biggest mistakes men make on the apps, and explains why he would absolutely swipe right on Minnie Mouse.In this episode, Jonathan and Connell talk about:2:37: Why Tinder is for More than Just Hookups14:01: The Aha Moment when Jonathan Came Up with Swiping17:26: Why Authenticity is What Women Want—on Tinder and in Real Life26:33: The Real Reason You’re Not Getting Good Matches30:15: The Myth that “Dating Apps Just Don’t Work”34:04: How to Inject Fun into Your profile to Get Women Messaging You First35:47: How Shy Guys and “Nerds” Can Win on the Apps47:01: Why Jonathan Would Swipe Right on Minnie Mouse and Swipe Left on “The Godfather 3”Listen now for wisdom from the man who changed dating—and start landing great Tinder dates today.FOR A FREE STRATEGY CALL WITH CONNELL TO LEARN HOW TO HAVE GREAT FIRST DATES:http://www.datingtransformation.com/contactTO GET FREE ACCESS TO “THE FLIRTY 30,” CHARMING QUESTIONS TO ASK WOMEN ON DATES, ON THE APPS, AND WHEN YOU APPROACH:http://www.datingtransformation.com/FLIRTY30WANT A FREE COPY OF CONNELL’S NO. 1 AMAZON BESTSELLING BOOK, “DATING SUCKS BUT YOU DON’T”? EMAIL CONNELL AND WRITE “FREE BOOK” IN THE SUBJECT LINE AND YOU’LL GET IT INSTANTLY:Connell@datingtransformation.com
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Jan 21, 2025 • 42min

10 Invisible Red Flags that Get You Rejected: Which Mistakes Are YOU Making? Plus 10 Fast Fixes

Ever had a woman ghost you, friend-zone you, or suddenly lose interest—and you had no idea why? Odds are, you accidentally pushed her away. There are 10 invisible red flags that turn women off, and most men don’t even realize they’re making these mistakes! In this episode, dating coach Connell Barrett reveals these attraction-killing errors and shares easy, practical fixes for each one.Here are the 10 red flags that turn women off:04:29: #1 Hiding Your Authentic Self and Being Someone You’re Not06:03: #2 Coming Off as Insecure or Needy09:20: #3 Long, Awkward Pauses in Conversations11:26: #4 Lying or Exaggerating About Your Life14:35: #5 Using Canned, Rehearsed Pickup Lines16:01: #6 Touching Her Too Much…or Not Enough!18:42: #7 Planning Boring, Forgettable Dates22:38: #8 Failing to Be Playful and Fun26:39: #9 Bringing Up Your Ex the Wrong Way29:56: #10 Trying Too Hard to Impress HerListen now, to turn red flags into green lights—and get a great girlfriend!FOR A FREE STRATEGY CALL WITH CONNELL TO LEARN HOW TO HAVE GREAT FIRST DATES:http://www.datingtransformation.com/contactTO GET FREE ACCESS TO “THE FLIRTY 30,” CHARMING QUESTIONS TO ASK WOMEN ON DATES, ON THE APPS, AND WHEN YOU APPROACH:http://www.datingtransformation.com/FLIRTY30WANT A FREE COPY OF CONNELL’S NO. 1 AMAZON BESTSELLING BOOK, “DATING SUCKS BUT YOU DON’T”? EMAIL CONNELL AND WRITE “FREE BOOK” IN THE SUBJECT LINE AND YOU’LL GET IT INSTANTLY:Connell@datingtransformation.com
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Jan 16, 2025 • 30min

What to Write on Your Bio: 7 Secrets for Way More Matches! Plus: Steal These 10 Funny, Flirty Prompts

Do the apps frustrate you because you just don’t get many good matches? Here’s the problem: Your bio is boring women! Let’s fix this fast. In this episode of “How to Get a Girlfriend,” dating coach Connell Barrett shares his 7 secrets for writing an online-dating bio that womenlove—and that’s authentic to YOU. Using his simple formula, you’ll finally get good matches on Tinder, Bumble, or Hinge. Plus, his 10 funniest bio prompts will get women giggling… and swiping right.You’re about to learn:02:40: Why Authenticity is Your Online-Dating Superpower4:43: The Bio Mistake that Costs You Matches—and How to Fix It6:00: Don’t! Do! This!8:45: The Right Way to Flirt on Your Profile12:00: The 3-Line Bio Formula that Women Can’t Resist15:01: How to Write About Yourself in an Attractive Way17:50: The Flirty Line that Gets Her Messaging You First20:55: A Hinge Hack to Triple Your Matches23:01: Connell’s Top 10 Funniest Bio Lines that Women Love—Steal Them!Ready to flood your inbox with good dating leads? Listen now and write a bio that will bring you a BIG step closer to meeting your future girlfriend.FOR A FREE STRATEGY CALL WITH CONNELL TO LEARN HOW TO HAVE GREAT FIRST DATES:http://www.datingtransformation.com/contactTO GET FREE ACCESS TO “THE FLIRTY 30,” CHARMING QUESTIONS TO ASK WOMEN ON DATES, ON THE APPS, AND WHEN YOU APPROACH:http://www.datingtransformation.com/FLIRTY30WANT A FREE COPY OF CONNELL’S NO. 1 AMAZON BESTSELLING BOOK, “DATING SUCKS BUT YOU DON’T”? EMAIL CONNELL AND WRITE “FREE BOOK” IN THE SUBJECT LINE AND YOU’LL GET IT INSTANTLY:Connell@datingtransformation.com
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Jan 14, 2025 • 43min

Ask the Dating Coach: ‘HELP! She Wants Me to Baa Like a Sheep During Sex. What Do I Do?’

It’s time to “Ask the Dating Coach!” as Connell Barrett takes your questions. If you struggle with what to say on dates, Connell shares three essential flirting moves to help you spark romantic connections. (Farewell, Friend Zone!) He also reveals why women prefer nice guys over so-called alpha males. And a listener has a “sheepish” question about talking dirty in bed.Highlights from this episode:01:51: Andrew Asks: “A Woman Wants Me to Baa Like a Sheep in Bed. What Do I Do?”03:19: How to Talk Dirty Without Feeling Awkward08:57: Zach Asks: “Am I Too Nice? Do Women Only Want to Date Alpha Males?”11:25: Why the “Alpha Male” Is a Total Myth13:48: How Kindness, Confidence and Authenticity Will Help You Get a Girlfriend24:30: Barry Asks: “Why Can’t I Get Past the First Date?”25:52: Connell’s Aha Moment that Made Him Magnetic to Women31:07: Three Flirting Moves to Escape the Friend Zone and Land Second DatesHit play and start transforming your love life todayFOR A FREE STRATEGY CALL WITH CONNELL TO LEARN HOW TO HAVE GREAT FIRST DATES:http://www.datingtransformation.com/contactTO GET FREE ACCESS TO “THE FLIRTY 30,” CHARMING QUESTIONS TO ASK WOMEN ON DATES, ON THE APPS, AND WHEN YOU APPROACH:http://www.datingtransformation.com/FLIRTY30WANT A FREE COPY OF CONNELL’S NO. 1 AMAZON BESTSELLING BOOK, “DATING SUCKS BUT YOU DON’T”? EMAIL CONNELL AND WRITE “FREE BOOK” IN THE SUBJECT LINE AND YOU’LL GET IT INSTANTLY:Connell@datingtransformation.com

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