One typical scenario during the first few minutes of your date is the awkwardness that you both feel. Though you will overcome it later on. To avoid those awkward moments during your date, here is a very simple dating advice. But you can also use it any time throughout the meeting.

We call it: 'Ipod for 2'

Now this technique works in almost any environment and most situations.

So here's a scenario: You've just met a girl by the subway station near your house. (you got her to come to meet you right?:) It is your first 'date' and you are wearing an Ipod. You exchange your greetings, and begin some playful banter.

Step 1: As you walk through the street towards your destination, you say "Hey you have to hear this amazing song."

And hand her just one of the earbuds. (If you're feeling bold, go ahead and stick it in her ear for her;) The key is that the other earbud stays in your ear, preferably the one closer to her...

Step 2: Play whatever song you want. The trick is to share something with her that you genuinely enjoy listening to and are hopefully even passionate about. Just don't play U2's, "With or Without You" because that would just be lame.

In fact, to be on the safe side, stay away from anything too lovey dovey sounding.

Step 3: Just be with her as the music plays and keep heading towards your destination. (Doesn't matter if you're stationary or sitting down btw)

The benefit of this technique is twofold;

1. You share something with her that is very important for you. This sets the stage for her to share something personal back.

2. It isn't possible to share Ipod headphones and NOT be constantly touching the person you're sharing them with... The more music you play her, the more comfortable she is getting with your touch. And it is totally incidental! (How else could you both listen?To put it simply, you now have a good reason to get physically close to her. 'Ipod for 2' is one of the most simple yet effective dating tips for men that you can even use it anytime throughout the interaction, so don't feel obligated to try it at the very beginning.

In fact, if the date is going well it has much more potential impact when used after some initial bonding has occurred.