

How to Get a Girlfriend with Connell Barrett
Connell Barrett
Yes, you can get a great girlfriend! And dating coach Connell Barrett will show you how to confidently connect with women by being authentic—no creepy pickup moves needed. On the How to Get a Girlfriend Podcast, Connell offers the kinds of tested dating tips he shared in his bestselling book, Dating Sucks but You Don’t, and in his TV appearances (GMA, “Today.”) In his 12 years as a coach, Connell has helped thousands of men in 17 countries find love. No wonder Psychology Today named him “America’s top dating coach for men.” Connell personally faced—and fixed—every common dating problem, from not knowing how to flirt to dating-app struggles to low self-confidence. After meeting his dream girlfriend Jess, Connell now helps nice guys and gentlemen find love by dating with “Radical Authenticity.” Ready to meet your soulmate? Join Connell and his expert guests every week for game-changing advice. Carpe date ’em. Seize the date!
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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

Jan 9, 2025 • 40min
Dating Apps Are Broken—Inner Circle is the Fix! Find Love Using this Innovative App (Featuring David Vermeulen)
Burnt out on dating apps? The endless swiping, the lack of quality matches, the fake profiles—it’s exhausting! But Inner Circle is changing the game. Equal parts social club and dating app, Inner Circle is built for ambitious singles who want to swipe less and connect more, forming real, meaningful relationships. In this episode, dating coach Connell Barrett welcomes Inner Circle’s founder David Vermeulen. He shares how his innovative platform helps successful, driven men and women connect authentically—first online and then IRL at fun, exclusive events in cities like New York, London, Paris and Rio.With Connell and David as your guides, you’ll discover:4:46: The Dating Horror Story that Inspired David to Start Inner Circle6:38 How Inner Circle’s Technology Virtually Eliminates Fake Profiles7:55 Why the Platform’s IRL Events is “Where the Magic Happens”10:43 A Game-Changing Strategy for Introverts to Meet Women in the Real World11:25: Connell’s One-Sentence Dating Mantra that Will Transform Your Love Life19:29: How “Tinder is Like McDonald’s,” in David’s View27:41: Why Quality Matches Always Beat Quantity30:54: How to Decide if She’s Worth a Second Date33:36: A Simple Writing Tip to Make Your Bio Magnetic to Women35:32: David’s Surprising Rule for Online-Dating Success: “Opposites Don’t Attract”Ready to finally connect with women on a dating app that actually works? Listen now!LEARN MORE ABOUT INNER CIRCLE:https://about.theinnercircle.co/CHECK OUT INNER CIRCLE ON INSTAGRAM:https://www.instagram.com/innercircleco/DOWNLOAD THE INNER CIRCLE APP:https://apps.apple.com/us/app/inner-circle-dating-community/id838136374FOR 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

Jan 7, 2025 • 1h 18min
Forget Resolutions! Here's Your New Year's REVOLUTION: 5 Game-Changing Dating Strategies to Attract Your Ideal Girlfriend in 2025
The new year is here, and now’s the time to attract your dream girl. But not knowing where to start can feel overwhelming. You need a clear, tested plan for success. In this episode of “How to Get a Girlfriend,” dating coach Connell Barrett shares 5 proven strategies that practically guarantee you’ll find love in 2025. These aren’t flimsy resolutions you’ll abandon by February. They’re bold, revolutionary daily rituals to authentically connect with wonderful women.Using Connell’s tested moves, you’re about to learn:01:30: Why Resolutions Fail—and How to Build Rituals that Get Dating Results05:45: What Women Really Want—Authenticity!—and How to Give it to Them14:20: How to Truly Connect with Women Who are Your Type24:18: A Morning Ritual that Supercharges Your Motivation and Confidence38:10: The Daily Practice that Virtually Guarantees You Will Find Love in 202551:10: The Online-Dating Secret to Skyrocket Your Number of Quality Matches1:08:30: What You MUST Do Today to if You Want a Great GirlfriendYour dream girl is waiting—don’t wait another day to start your journey. 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

Jan 2, 2025 • 1h 6min
From 10 Years of Loneliness to Landing His Dream Girl Allie: How Jake Found Love—and How You Can, Too!
Feeling stuck in a dating dry spell? So was Jake. At 30, this shy, nerdy engineer (and proud Creed fan) felt too afraid to talk to women. And he hadn’t had a girlfriend in a decade. But with personalized guidance from dating coach Connell Barrett, Jake learned how to confidently connect with women on the dating apps and IRL. In one whirlwind week, Jake went on five first dates. “That’s more than I’d had the entire previous year,” he said with a laugh. Then he met bright, bubbly Allie, who’s now his girlfriend. “I knew she was the one.”Channeling Creed, this episode will take your love life… higher! Connell and Jake discuss:09:30: The Missed Approach Opportunity that Ignited Jake’s Breakthrough13:35: The Mindset Shift Every Man Needs to Attract His Dream Girlfriend16:30: How Jake Landed Five Dates in Just One Week17:28: The First-Date Aha Moment that Led to a Sexy Make-out20:25: A 15-Minute Ritual for Instant Confidence22:06: How Connell’s “80-20” Flirting Rule Helps You Know What to Say to Women34:17: A Playful Teasing Move that Builds Attraction on Dates40:45: The Wordless Approach Technique that Works in Loud Venues45:38: How to Help the Right Woman See You As Her Dream Guy58:19: Connell’s No. 1 Daily Dating Tip to ApplyWith Allie as his partner, Jake’s decade of loneliness is behind him.Listen now and start your journey to finding the girlfriend you deserve!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

Dec 31, 2024 • 29min
Which Dating App is Right for YOU? The Top 7 Apps to Swipe Right on Love and Find Your Soulmate
With over 1,000 dating apps out there, it’s hard to know which one is right for you—and which will waste your time and money. In this episode of “How to Get a Girlfriend,” dating coach and bestselling author Connell Barrett reveals his top 7 apps that he and his clients used in 2024. Whether you’re looking for meaningful connections or fun, casual dates, this guide will help you find the perfect app to help you get matches and dates… and even find your soulmate!Here’s what Connell covers in this episode:1:30: Why Choosing the Wrong App Costs You Matches and Dates2:45: No. 7: The League—it’s About Quality, Not Quantity4:45: No. 6: Why Badoo is Great if You Aren’t Hollywood Handsome7:11: No. 5 and No. 4: Match and eHarmony—Which Long-Term Relationship Platform is Better for You?12:45: How Coffee Meets Bagel Will Help You Get Coffee Dates with Your Type of Women15:15: No. 2: Bumble’s Latest Innovations that Make Finding Love Easier than Ever19:07: No. 1: The Top Dating App of 2024 is… Hinge! Here’s Why Every Man MUST Be on Hinge22:37: Bonus Tip: A Clever Way Hinge Can Help You Succeed on Other Dating AppsTune in now to turn your swipes into sparks—and matches into love!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

Dec 24, 2024 • 1h 12min
Bummed About NO Good Matches on the Apps? These 15 Quick Fixes Will Turn Your Profile into a Match Magnet (Live Coaching with Zach)
It’s Christmas, and Santa Connell has a gift for you: Matches galore on the dating apps! Because endless swiping and ZERO matches makes you say, “ho, ho, NO!” It’s getting old, right? In this episode of the “How to Get a Girlfriend” podcast, dating coach Connell Barrett helps his client Zach fix the same issues that frustrate you. Zach—a personal trainer and 40-year-old single dad—learns 15 proven online-dating moves to turn his phone into a date-generating machine. And hey, the more good matches you have, the sooner you can attract a wonderful girlfriend who loves you for you.Here are some of the strategies Connell shares with Zach. You’re about to learn:6:41: How to Maximize Online-Dating Success with Minimal Effort (15 Minutes Daily!)8:49: Why Being a Single Dad is a Feature, Not a Flaw—and How to Talk about it On Your Profile14:35: Connell Crafts a Clever, Authentic “DILF” Prompt for Zach that Women Will Love17:49: The 3 Photos Every Man MUST Have on his Hinge, Bumble or Tinder Profile21:08: The Secret to Writing Funny Prompts that Make Her Message YOU First23:18: Boosting your Profile: When, Why and How to Do It27:07: From Matching to Texting to Getting the First Date, in 3 Simple Steps30:04: How to use Video Clips to Skyrocket Your Matches32:15: The 5 Big Profile Mistakes You Didn’t Know You Were Making55:43: Hinge Hack: How to Write Poll Prompts to Triple Your Matches1:01:17: How to Date Without Drinking Alcohol and Still Have FunHit “play” now and start getting good matches on the apps.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.comQuotes"Transparency fosters genuine connections and sets clear expectations." - Zach"The focus on self-improvement paves the way for deeper connections and fulfilling relationships." - Zach

Dec 19, 2024 • 30min
From Lonely to Locking Lips: My 25 Tested Approach Moves to Kiss a Total Cutie on New Year’s Eve
Are you facing a lonely New Year’s Eve? Just you, Ryan Seacrest, and the ball—along with your romantic hopes—dropping. (More like New Year’s ROTTEN Eve…) Guess what: 2024 doesn’t have to end that way! In this episode of the “How to Get a Girlfriend” podcast, dating coach and bestselling author Connell Barrett shares 25 powerful, practical approach moves to help you land that magical midnight kiss with someone special. You’ll learn how to defeat approach anxiety, confidently talk to women, and maybe ring in the new year with a new love—or at least a sexy make-out. And you’ll do it all with class. Think authentic charm, not creepy smarm.With 12 years of experience helping men approach and talk to women, Connell shares these game-changing tips:1:16: Why Ryan Seacrest Sucks (Let’s Vent)5:17: A Mindset Tip to Fix Approach Anxiety10:50: Three Openers to Use with Any Woman12:01: How to Stop Fearing Rejection and Get in the Zone14:39: The Bold Approaching Move that Dials Up Attraction with Women18:12: The Three Questions to Ask Every Woman You Meet20:45: The “Z Pattern”—a Technique to Create Romantic Tension with Eye Contact22:11: Three First-Kiss Moves that Work Almost Every TimeListen now and make this New Year’s Eve as fun and sexy as a first kiss.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.comQuotes"True confidence comes from commitment, not from fearing the outcome." - Connell Barrett"What seems risky is often the safest path to success." - Connell Barrett

Dec 17, 2024 • 1h 13min
Make Her Your Girlfriend in Just 3 Dates (Seriously!) Live Coaching with Jack
Maybe you’ve been in Jack’s shoes. He goes on a few dates, and everything seems fine. Then—bam! She says, “I’m just not feeling a connection.” Frustrating? Absolutely. “It happens a lot, and I don’t know what I’m doing wrong,” Jack, a 33-year-old sales rep., admits to dating coach Connell Barrett at the start of their first session. By the end of their call, Jack has a proven 3-date plan to make the right woman see him as boyfriend material. Listen as Connell uncovers Jack’s hidden flirting weaknesses (Jack’s aha moment hits at 52 minutes) and turns them into strengths.Jack’s coaching session with Connell will show you:6:41 – Why Women May Not See You as Boyfriend Material9:33 – 3 Simple Ways to Build Romantic Tension on Dates13:25 – The 3-Date Roadmap to Help the Right Woman See You as the Partner She Wants17:53 – Creative Date Ideas that Make Her Want to Keep Seeing You24:19 – How to Stop Getting Ghosted and Start Getting More Dates27:30 – The Easy Way to Text Women without Seeming Needy41:03 – How to Tease Women with Charm, NOT Tricks or Manipulation52:49 – Jack’s Aha Moment: Why He’s Been Hitting the 3-Date Wall57:12 – The Secret Flirting Move that Makes Nice Guys Irresistible1:01:18 – How to Give a “Power Compliment” that Get Women Swooning1:04:18 – The Power of Sharing AUTHENTIC Personal Stories on DatesListen now and start your 3-date journey to winning her heart!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.Quotes"Recognizing where you’re stuck is the first step toward finding your way forward." - Jack"Shared laughter and playful exchanges frequently initiate the best connections." - Jack

Dec 13, 2024 • 1h 8min
Stop Settling TODAY! How to Crush Self-Doubt and Attract the Special Woman You Deserve — Featuring Garrain Jones
Have you ever settled—in love, life, or both? It can leave you feeling stuck. Garrain Jones knows what it means to be stuck. He grew up poor without a father, who was murdered, then served time in prison on drug charges. But he refused to settle. Garrain transformed his life, becominga bestselling author and renowned coach who now inspires millions. Oh, and along the way he landed his dream girl—his wife, Blair! In this episode, Garrain joins dating coach Connell Barrett to help you become the best version of yourself. “To attract a high-value woman,” he says, “you need to become a high-value man.”Here’s what you’ll learn in Connell and Garrain’s powerful conversation:3:50 How to Bounce Back from Rock Bottom15:30 The 5 Books Every Man Should Read21:33 Why Women Want Authentic Men, Not Fake, Toxic “Alpha Males”32:00 Why Playfulness Is a Man’s Secret Flirting Weapon—and How to Use It39:42 The Biggest Dating Lesson Garrain Learned Before Meeting His Wife, Blair40:44 A Flirting Move You Can Steal: How Garrain Used to Get Women to Approach HIM at Bars52:07 How to Become the Charismatic Man Women Want to Date58:45 The Jaw-Dropping Truth Bomb Garrain Told Blair on their First Date60:03 Garrain’s 3-Step Formula for Never Settling AgainIt’s time to stop settling and start thriving! Your dream relationship awaits. Listen now.LEARN MORE ABOUT GARRAIN JONES’S INCREDIBLE STORY:https://www.garrainjones.com/TO APPLY TO HIS “ARTIST POWER” PROGRAM:https://go.garrainjones.com/apply-artist-power-leadership-programREAD GARRAIN’S BESTSELLING BOOK, “CHANGE YOUR MINDSET, CHANGE YOUR LIFE”:https://www.amazon.com/Change-Your-Mindset-Life-Transformation/dp/1734155507FOR 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

Dec 11, 2024 • 1h 32min
Stuck in Your Head at the Bars? How to Confidently Approach and Talk to Women—Even if You’re Shy (Live Coaching with Eric!)
Are you shy? Do you want to approach attractive women at bars, but you freeze up, unsure of what to say? So you stand there and do nothing, while outgoing guys chat up the women you wish you could meet. You’re not alone. For shy guys, starting a conversation can feel impossible. In this live-coaching episode of “How to Get a Girlfriend,” dating coach Connell Barrett helps his introverted client Eric get out of his head and confidently talk to women in bars. Discover proven techniques to start conversations, dodge awkward silences, and become the guy others watch approaching—and charming—wonderful women.Here are some highlights from Eric’s coaching session with Connell:6:45—How to Talk with Women Authentically—Not Like Some Weird Pickup Artist10:50—Connell’s Go-To Icebreaker for Approaching ANY Woman11:30—The “Karaoke Opener,” Which Gives Shy Guys Instant Charismas19:10—The Wrong Way to Approach Women (Never, Ever Say This!)29:00—How to Be Bold, Not Timid, in Your Approaches31:23—The One Word That Instantly Sparks Attraction39:30—What Women REALLY Find Creepy (It’s Not What You Think!)46:20—3 Playful Ways to Start Conversations that Lead to Numbers52:01—The Word Every Woman Wants to Hear when You First Meet Her1:03:08—Learn the “Push-Pull,” the Flirting Move to Keep You Out of the Friend Zone1:09:02—How to Text Her and Get Dates (and Not Get Ghosted)1:12:17—The 2 Kinds of Photos You Need on Your Dating Profile to Get Good Matches1:20:00—Why Women LOVE “Interview Mode”… When You Do it Connell’s WayAre you ready to get out of your head in bars and get into some flirty conversations? Hit play and take one step closer to finding 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