| Last night, I spent a little time observing a dog while having coffee with a buddy of mine. I said "Look at the dog. He's the most loved creature out here right now. No one has anything against him, everyone loves him."
Earlier, I was walking out of the coffee shop, and he came straight up to me. I thought to myself, "Hey cool, a dog. He's coming up for me to pet him, I love dogs." But instead of coming up just to pet him, he jumped up and put his paws on my chest! I just laughed and scratched his ear, and thought "Man, what a friendly dog." Afterwards, I really thought there was a lot to learn from that.
So, I tested out some "dog-approach theory." Now, my approach is pretty good right now. Still using canned material, but I have a solid approach. I need serious help with mid-game, and eventually closing. But for now, my approach is good. Anyway, back to the theory. While walking to work in the morning, a HB7 was approaching from the other direction. My buddy looked at me and said "*Engage" and I went to test the theory. I didn't wait for her to past and circle around. I didn't make it look like I just "happened" to get in her way. I made a bee line for her. I made direct eye contact the whole time, with a big smile on my face. I could see the look on her face saying "Uh, this guys coming to talk to me? Is he going to hit on me? What is this?" She flashed a nervous smile and had a slight shake in her voice. "Can I get your opinion on something?..."
After I finished the opener, I ejected. My mid-game is really hurting right now, and I wanted to leave on a good note. But as I left, I kept an eye on her shadow and saw her look back as I left. I think "dog-approach" theory might have some ground to be useful. Anyone else wanna try it out?
*My buddy and I have a game we play. He spots a chick and says "engage." If I don't do it, I owe him a dollar. Really helps with AA.
P.S. Any tips on mid-game would be appreciated. Feel free to message, as I'd rather focus on the OP theory than why I suck at mid-game. _________________ Do not be desirous of having things done quickly. Do not look at small advantages. Desire to have things done quickly prevents their being done thoroughly. Looking at small advantages prevents great affairs from being accomplished.
-Confucius
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