How To Be A Wingwoman

By the women who do it for a living.

- Hanna Woodside

Yep, that’s right, professional wingwoman is now a genuine job. The role?

“To help your single clients approach guys, strike up a conversation, then shine a spotlight on how great she is,” says Susan Baxter, president of an agency that helps women switch off their dating apps and meet people in real life.

We asked the pros for their proven-in-the field tricks, so you can be a better wingwoman to your single mates, too. (Oh, and so your friends know the plan if you’re looking. Our pleasure!)

1 Don’t make it awkward

If your friend spots someone she likes, don’t march over and say, “Hey, my friend over there likes you.” Instead, “Ask something neutral that includes your friend, such as, ‘Hey, we’re thinking of going somewhere after this place, where do you guys suggest?’” says Susan. “Then motion for your friend to join you.”

2 Connect the dots subtly