Dear Michelle Valentine,

I’m a financially stable, professional working female with a Master’s degree in Marketing.

I enjoy my career, and it is very important to me to find a mate that share my achievements (such as an advanced degree and a corporate position) because I want someone who enjoys and understand my type of life.

The problem has arisen quite a few times of men responding to my profile who are completely unsuitable for me in those aspects.

Sometimes, they just write or call and tell me “I don’t have an education or career you’re seeking, but I’m a really nice guy…” What can I do to alleviate this problem?

Janette, via email

Dear Janette,

Your dilemma is a common, but easily resolved problem.

After reading your profile, it was obvious why unsuitable men were responding – you never stated how important their education of career was to you!

Feel free to blatantly state, “must have an advanced education… or please do not reply.”

Show how much more important their education and career are to you than say, “rollerblading and walks on the beach.”

Your profile will be more representative of what you are looking for, and will save some guys out there from being rejected later.

Dear Reader:

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XO

Michelle Valentine