How To Make Your Girlfriend's Parents Like You
What’s more frightening to a man than “We need to talk”?. There is something else and that is, “I want you to meet my parents”.
You will need:
- Basic grooming
- Firm handshake
- Gift for her parents
Step1:
Find out as much as you can about her parents. Are they extremely conservative? Or avid travellers? Or aging hippies? Or obsessed golfers? The more you know about them, the better you can dress and steer the conversation.
Step2:
Get a haircut- even if it is a trim! And clean your fingernails. This tells her parents that you think enough of their daughter to make an effort.
Step3:
Ask your girlfriend’s advice on what you should wear. If you have a doubt, go for pants and a button-down or a collared shirt.
Step4:
Bring a gift. A bouquet of flowers or a bottle of wine( depending on the culture) are usually appropriate.
Step5:
When your introduced, smile, look at her parents in the directly in the eyes, and extend your hand. Nothing says “I can take care of your daughter” better than a firm handshake.
Step6:
Ask lots of questions. People love to talk about themselves. Score extra points by asking about what your girlfriend was like as a child.
Step7:
Hold doors open, pull a ladies’ chair and stand up anytime a woman enters or leaves the room. Etiquette matters a lot in impressing her parents.
Step8:
Be prepared to answer a lot of questions about your background and life goals. Grin and bear it.
Step9:
Thank them when you leave. Make a lasting impression by sounding sincere like “Thanks so much for dinner. That pot roast was really delicious.”